Beretta 1301 Tactical 12 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun, 18.5 in Barrel, BLINK Gas System, 7-Round, Ghost-Ring Sights - Black
This Italian-made Beretta 1301 Tactical stands out with its BLINK gas system, 18.5 in OB HP back-bored barrel, and a factory 7-round extended magazine tube that stops short of the muzzle. It features a receiver-top 1913 Picatinny rail with adjustable ghost-ring rear sight and a protected front post, plus oversized controls for fast, confident handling. Marked with CIP and Gardone proof marks and imported by Beretta USA in Gallatin, TN, this example is in excellent condition and ready to impress.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: It is in fantastic shape with very minimal use.
What’s Included
- Beretta 1301 Tactical 12 Gauge semi-automatic shotgun
- Installed 7-round extended magazine tube with polymer clamp and sling attachment point
- Receiver-top 1913 Picatinny rail with adjustable ghost-ring rear sight and protected front post
- Screw-in choke system (no choke tube installed)
The 18.5 in OB HP (18.6 mm) back-bored steel barrel delivers consistent patterns and works with a screw-in choke system; no choke tube is currently installed. The chamber accepts both 2 3/4 in and 3 in 12-gauge shells, offering flexibility across duty, training, and defensive roles.
Beretta’s BLINK gas-operated action with a rotary bolt provides fast, reliable cycling. Oversized controls include an enlarged, textured bolt-release and an oversized charging handle for secure manipulation. A cross-bolt safety rounds out the control layout.
The shotgun uses a 7-round extended magazine tube that stops short of the muzzle and is secured by a polymer clamp with an integrated sling attachment point. The black synthetic stock is fixed with molded checkering and a rear sling-swivel stud, paired with a matching black synthetic forend. Length of pull is 13.25 in.
The aluminum-alloy receiver is finished in black and topped with a 1913 Picatinny rail. Sights include an adjustable ghost-ring rear and a protected front post. Markings include "1301 TACTICAL - 12 GA" and "MADE IN ITALY - PATENTED." with the Beretta trident logo. The firearm bears CIP and Gardone proof marks, the Beretta USA Gallatin, TN import mark, and the serial number is repeated on the bolt.