The Charles Daly 301 delivers reliable semi-automatic performance in a versatile hunting and sporting package. This 12-gauge shotgun combines a 28-inch ventilated rib barrel with TrueTimber Prairie camouflage patterning for effective concealment in field conditions.
What Makes This Different
The 301 features a gas-operated system that cycles 2¾" and 3" shells reliably across different loads. The Flat Dark Earth Cerakote finish on the barrel and receiver provides superior corrosion resistance compared to standard bluing. Auto-ejection eliminates the need to manually extract spent shells, maintaining faster follow-up shot capability during rapid shooting sequences.
Key Features
- Gas-operated semi-automatic action handles 2¾" and 3" 12-gauge shells
- 28-inch ventilated rib barrel with three included choke tubes (IC, M, F)
- 4+1 capacity with drop-out trigger group for easy maintenance
- TrueTimber Prairie synthetic stock resists weather and impact damage
- Flat Dark Earth Cerakote barrel and receiver finish
- Auto-ejection system for rapid shell extraction
- Cross-bolt safety located behind trigger guard
Field testing demonstrates consistent cycling with standard hunting loads from 2¾" target shells through 3" magnum waterfowl rounds. The ventilated rib aids in heat dissipation during extended shooting sessions while providing a clean sight picture. Weather sealing at critical junction points maintains function in wet conditions typical of waterfowl and upland hunting.
Technical Specs
- Gauge: 12-gauge, 2¾" and 3" chamber
- Barrel Length: 28 inches with ventilated rib
- Capacity: 4+1 rounds
- Stock: TrueTimber Prairie synthetic
- Finish: Flat Dark Earth Cerakote barrel/receiver
- Chokes: 3 tubes included (Improved Cylinder, Modified, Full)
- Safety: Cross-bolt type behind trigger guard
- Action: Gas-operated semi-automatic with auto-ejection
The Charles Daly 301 provides proven semi-automatic reliability at a competitive price point. Three included choke tubes cover most hunting and sporting applications without additional purchases.