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ALWAYS KEEP THIS MANUAL WITH YOUR FIREARM. INCLUDE IT WITH
THE FIREARM WHEN IT CHANGES OWNERSHIP.
WARNING: FIREARMS CAN BE DANGEROUS AND CAN POTENTIALLY
CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY, DAMAGE TO PROPERTY OR DEATH, IF HANDLED
IMPROPERLY. THE FOLLOWING SAFETY RULES ARE AN IMPORTANT
REMINDER THAT FIREARM SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
WARNING: Always ensure that the safety is fully engaged until ready to fire.
NOTICE: The Manufacturer and/or its Local Official Distributors assume
no liability for product malfunction or for physical injury or property damage
resulting in whole or in part from criminal or negligent use of the product,
improper or careless handling, unauthorised modifications, use of defective,
improper, handloaded, reloaded or remanufactured ammunition, customer
misuse or neglect of the product, or other factors beyond manufacturer's direct
and immediate control.
EN
In addition to the Basic Safety Rules, there are other Safety Rules pertaining to
the loading, unloading, disassembly, assembly and use of this firearm, located
throughout this manual.
WARNING: READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS
FIREARM. MAKE SURE THAT ANY PERSON USING OR HAVING ACCESS TO
THIS FIREARM READS AND UNDERSTANDS THIS ENTIRE MANUAL PRIOR
TO USE OR ACCESS.
NOTICE: As the interchangeable barrel of this shotgun has a serial number
different from that stamped on the receiver, it may be necessary, when referring
to the gun, to specify also the serial number of the barrel/s.
WE RECOMMEND THE USE OF ORIGINAL BERETTA SPARE PARTS
AND ACCESSORIES. THE USE OF OTHER MANUFACTURER'S SPARE
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES COULD CAUSE MALFUNCTIONS AND/OR
BREAKAGES THAT WILL NOT BE COVERED BY THE BERETTA WARRANTY.
WARNING: Do not attempt to load more cartridges into your Beretta shotgun
than local legislation permits. Beretta will not be held responsible for any product
malfunction, property damage, physical injury or legal repercussions which
have been caused through not abiding by the loading instructions as stated
in the present manual. Alterations or adjustments (not contemplated by the
manufacturer) to any part of the shotgun which change the ammunition capacity
voids the manufacturer's warranty.
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BASIC SAFETY RULES
CAUTION: READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE SHOTGUN.
CAUTION: FIREARMS CAN BE DANGEROUS AND CAN POTENTIALLY
CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY, DAMAGE TO PROPERTY OR DEATH, IF HANDLED
IMPROPERLY. THE FOLLOWING SAFETY RULES ARE AN IMPORTANT
REMINDER THAT FIREARM SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
1. NEVER POINT A FIREARM AT SOMETHING THAT IS NOT SAFE TO
SHOOT.
Never let the muzzle of a firearm point at any part of your body or at another
person. This is especially important when loading or unloading the firearm.
When you are shooting at a target, know what is behind it. Some bullets
can travel over a mile. If you miss your target or if the bullet penetrates
EN the target, it is your responsibility to ensure that the shot does not cause
unintended injury or damage.
2. ALWAYS TREAT A FIREARM AS IF IT WERE LOADED.
Never assume that a firearm is unloaded. The only certain way to ensure
there are no cartridges in a firearm is to open
the chamber and visually and physically
examine the inside to see if a round is present.
Removing or unloading the magazine will
not guarantee that a firearm is unloaded or
cannot fire. Shotguns and rifles can be checked
by cycling or removing all rounds and by then
opening and inspecting the chamber so that a
visual inspection of the chamber for any remaining rounds can be made.
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3. STORE YOUR FIREARM SO THAT CHILDREN CANNOT GAIN ACCESS
TO IT.
It is your responsibility to ensure that children under the age of 18 or other
unauthorised persons do not gain access to your firearm. To reduce
the risk of accidents involving children, unload your firearm, lock it
and store the ammunition in a separate locked location. Please note
that devices intended to prevent accidents - for example, cable locks,
chamber plugs, etc., - may not prevent use or misuse of your firearm by
a determined person. Firearm storage in a steel gun safe may be more
appropriate to reduce the likelihood of intentional misuse of a firearm by a
child or unauthorised person.
EN
4. NEVER SHOOT AT WATER OR AT A HARD SUR-
FACE.
Shooting at the surface of water or at a rock or other
hard surface increases the chance of ricochets or
fragmentation of the bullet or shot, which can result
in the projectile striking an unintended or peripheral
target.
5. KNOW THE SAFETY FEATURES OF THE FIRE-
ARM YOU ARE USING, BUT REMEMBER: SAFETY DEVICES ARE NOT
A SUBSTITUTE FOR SAFE HANDLING PROCEDURES.
Never rely solely on a safety device to prevent an accident. It is imperative
that you know and use the safety features of the particular firearm you
are handling, but accidents can best be prevented by following the safe
handling procedures described in these safety rules and elsewhere in the
product manual. To further familiarise yourself with the proper use of this
or other firearms, take a Firearms Safety Course taught by an expert in
firearms use and safety procedures.
6. PROPERLY MAINTAIN YOUR FIREARM.
Store and carry your firearm so that dirt or lint
does not accumulate in the working parts. Clean
and oil your firearm, following the instructions
provided in this manual, after each use to prevent
corrosion, damage to the barrel or accumulation of
impurities which can prevent use of the firearm in an
emergency. Always check the bore and chamber(s)
prior to loading to ensure that they are clean and
free from obstructions. Firing with an obstruction
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in the barrel or chamber can rupture the barrel and injure you or others
nearby. In the event you hear an unusual noise when shooting, stop firing
immediately, engage the manual safety and unload the firearm. Make sure
the chamber and barrel are free from any obstruction, like a bullet blocked
inside the barrel due to defective or improper ammunition.
7. USE PROPER AMMUNITION.
Only use factory-loaded, new ammunition manufactured to industry
specifications: CIP (Europe and elsewhere), SAAMI® (U.S.A.). Be certain
that each round you use is in the proper calibre or gauge and type for the
particular firearm. The calibre or gauge of the firearm is clearly marked
on the barrels of shotguns and on the slide or barrel of pistols. The use
of reloaded or remanufactured ammunition can increase the likelihood of
excessive cartridge pressures, case-head ruptures or other defects in the
ammunition that can cause damage to your firearm and injury to yourself
EN or others nearby.
8. ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GLASSES AND EARPLUGS WHEN
SHOOTING.
The chance that gas, gunpowder or metal fragments
will blow back and injure a shooter who is firing a gun
is rare, but the injury that can be sustained in such
circumstances can be severe, including the possible
loss of eyesight. A shooter must always wear impact
resistant shooting glasses when firing any firearm.
Noise-reducing earplugs or headphones will reduce
the risk of damage to hearing caused by prolonged
shooting activity.
9. NEVER CLIMB A TREE, FENCE OR OBSTRUCTION WITH A LOADED
FIREARM.
Open and empty the chamber(s) of your firearm
and engage the manual safety before climbing or
descending a tree or before climbing a fence or
jumping over a ditch or other obstruction. Never
pull or push a loaded firearm toward yourself or
another person. Always unload a firearm, visually
and physically check to see that the magazine,
loading mechanism and chamber are unloaded, and
action is open before handing it to another person.
Never take a firearm from another person unless it is unloaded, visually
and physically checked to confirm it is unloaded, and the action is open.
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10. AVOID ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OR JUDGE-
MENT/REFLEX IMPAIRING MEDICATION WHEN
SHOOTING.
Do not drink and shoot. If you take medication that
can impair motor reactions or judgement, do not
handle a firearm while you are under the influence
of the medication.
11. NEVER TRANSPORT A LOADED FIREARM.
Unload a firearm before putting it in a vehicle (chamber empty, magazine
empty). Hunters and target shooters should load their firearm only at their
destination, and only when they are ready to shoot. If you carry a firearm
for self-protection, leaving the chamber unloaded can reduce the chance
of an unintentional discharge.
12. LEAD WARNING.
Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas, cleaning firearms, or
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handling ammunition may result in exposure to lead and other substances
known to cause birth defects, reproductive harm, and other serious physical
injury. Have adequate ventilation at all times. Wash hands thoroughly after
exposure.
CAUTION: It is YOUR responsibility to know and abide by Federal, State and
Local laws governing the sale, transportation and use of firearms in your area.
WARNING: This firearm has the capability of taking your life or the life of
someone else! Always be extremely careful with your firearm. An accident is
almost always the result of not following basic firearm safety rules.
Especially for U.S. consumers:
For information about Firearm Safety Courses in your area, please visit the
National Rifle Association’s web site at www.nra.org.
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NOMENCLATURE
A Receiver
A1 Trigger
A2 Safety button
A3 Trigger guard
A4 Trigger guard retaining pin
A5 Bolt release button
A6 Carrier
A7 Carrier stop push button
A8 Loading gate
A9 Ejection port/cartridge chamber
B Bolt assembly
B1 Cocking handle
EN B2 Two lugs locking head
B3 Operating rods with sleeve
C Barrel
C1 Barrel breech
C2 Indexing lugs
C3 Locking shoulders
C4 Gas cylinder
C5 Piston with elastic seal
C6 Exhaust valve assembly
C7 Front sight
C8 Muzzle
D Stock
D1 Recoil pad
E Fore-end
E1 Fore-end flange with exhaust port
E2 Fore-end cap
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D1 D A B C7
C
E C8
E1
C7 A D D1
C8 C EN
E1 E
A4 A9 B1 A4
A3 A1 A2 A7 A6 A5 A8 A2 A3 A1
C3 C1
C4
C2
C5 C6
B2
B3
E2
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Contents
BASIC SAFETY RULES 4
NOMENCLATURE 8
DESCRIPTION 10
DATA AND TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS 12
OBSTRUCTION CHECK 13
LOAD CHECK 14
AMMUNITION 15
HOW TO LOAD AND FIRE 17
HOW TO UNLOAD THE SHOTGUN 19
EN DISASSEMBLY 20
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 22
SPECIAL MAINTENANCE 27
REASSEMBLY 28
STOCK DROP AND CAST MODIFICATION 30
STORAGE 32
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DESCRIPTION
Developed from the versatile Beretta gas operated, self-cleaning system, the
new 1301 Tactical utilizes an exclusive exhaust valve that allows the shotgun
to fire a broad range of ammunition. In combination with the rotating head of
the breech bolt, the new B Link system further reduces the already low felt
recoil, directing the recoil force directly in line with the shooter's shoulder. This
minimizes recoil of the firearm on firing and lends additional stability to the
shotgun in firing subsequent rounds.
The 1301 Tactical has also been optimized to ensure lower gas dispersal. As a
result, the system has a self-cleaning feature that further minimizes maintenance
and significantly reduces the stress to which the operating parts are subjected
to at higher charges, thereby ensuring the greatest possible service life of
the firearm. The shotgun without any adjustment or intervention can shoot
cartridges from 70 mm (2 ¾ in) /24 g (7/8 oz), to 76 mm (3 in) /57 g (2 oz). EN
The new piston has been designed to constantly clean out gunpowder residue
in the cylinder, increasing the efficiency of the firearm and reducing the need for
maintenance. The elastic piston seal has a rough finish to optimize cleaning.
shotgun ASSEMBLY WARNING: In order to prevent damage to the elastic
piston seal, first insert the piston into the chamber cylinder and then insert the
magazine tube through the piston hole.
The valve unit is connected to the barrel, making assembly and disassembly
of the barrel itself easier.
The cocking handle, the bolt release lever, and the safety button are
oversized to minimize effort and ease manipulation. The safety button is
reversible for left-handed shooters.
The rounded profile receiver and the ghost ring sights guarantee quick and
instinctive aiming.
The trigger guard, in heavy duty polymer, has an innovative new texture. Its
new semi-square shape makes finger positioning easier. The rounded shape
and absence of sharp corners have been designed for more rapid, more secure
trigger grip.
The stock and fore end are designed with aggressive checkering for improved
grip in order to enjoy the best performance during firing.
The low felt recoil is obtained thanks to the rubber recoil pad that ensures the
stability of the shotgun on the shooter’s shoulder.
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Steelium Technology
Steelium is the production technology of the Beretta barrels that transforms
the special tri-alloy steel into an exceptional barrel, also due to manufacturing
process that is just as unique. Thanks to the deep drilling, cold hammer forging
and to the special vacuum distension, the steel acquires the ideal characteristics
to offer the best ballistic performance available today.
Optima-Bore®HP
The special Optima-Bore® HP geometry is conceived to offer the best
performance, even with High Performance steel shot. The shot pattern remains
perfect and uniform with the fixed choke cylinder.
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DROP AND CAST SPACERS
Between the stock and the receiver is a technopolymer spacer and inside the
stock is a stainless steel plate that can be used to change the drop and cast of
the stock by simply modifying the assembly configuration. A set of additional
spacers is also provided to further change the drop by replacing the spacer
pair.
DATA AND TECHNICAL
CHARACTERISTICS
Gauge 12
Chamber 76 mm (3 in.)
Operation Semi-automatic, with exhaust valve (B Link)
Locking system Rotating head breech bolt
Receiver Light alloy
Barrel Alloy steel, fully chromed bore
Safety Button-operated, on trigger guard. Reversible
Magazine Capacity 2 cartridges with reducer
4 cartridges without
reducer 7 with magazine extension
Stock Adjustable drop. Cast-on, Cast-off.
MAGAZINE CAPACITY: Limited to 2 cartridges with standard reducer plug
mounted (up to 4 cartridges without reducer plug). Optional magazine
extensions (magazine capacity up to 7 cartridges) are available in
accordance to import country legislation.
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OBSTRUCTION CHECK
Check the barrel to ensure there are no obstructions in the chamber and bore.
This is extremely important because serious injury can result to the user or to
nearby persons if a cartridge is fired in an obstructed barrel or chamber.
Check the inside of the barrel prior to completely assembling the firearm and
before use; if the firearm is already assembled the following procedure should
be followed:
• Follow the instructions in the “Disassembly” section and remove the barrel
from the shotgun.
• After removing the barrel, look right through the barrel from the rear and make
sure there are no obstructions, even minor ones.
• If an obstruction in the barrel is detected, a competent gunsmith must remove
the obstruction. Inspect again the shotgun before it can be fired. EN
• Remount the barrel, following the instructions set out in the “Reassembly”
section.
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LOAD CHECK
At various points in this manual, you will be requested to inspect the ejection
port, the loading gate, and the cartridge chamber of your Beretta semi-automatic
1301 Tactical to ensure that it is unloaded. This should become second nature
to you, as should the following precautions:
• Never assume that the gun is unloaded.
• Never point or push the gun toward yourself or another person.
• Always inspect the ejection port, the loading gate and the cartridge chamber
to make sure they are empty. The cartridge chamber is the portion of the
barrel into which the cartridge is inserted.
• Pull back the breech bolt to lock it into the open position and engage the
safety before handing the shotgun to another person.
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• Never take from or give the shotgun to another person unless the breech bolt
has been opened and the ejection port, loading gate and cartridge chamber
have been inspected to ensure they are completely empty.
Inspect the ejection port, the loading gate and cartridge chamber as indicated
below:
CAUTION: Keep your finger off the trigger and keep the barrel pointed in a safe
direction.
• Check that the carrier stop push button is pressed all the way down.
Otherwise, push it down.
• Use the cocking handle to retract the breech bolt until it locks into the open
position.
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• Engage the manual safety by pressing the safety button to hide the red ring.
• Inspect the firearm by looking through the ejection port, the feeding gate
and the cartridge chamber. They must be empty. Check that there are no
cartridges in the magazine tube. If there are, unload the firearm as indicated
in “How to unload the shotgun”.
• Press the breech bolt release button and gently guide the breech bolt to the
locked position.
EN
• Disengage the safety (red ring visible) and hold the breech bolt back 2 cm,
pull the trigger, to decock the hammer.
CAUTION: When the safety button shows the red ring, the SAFETY IS
DISENGAGED, so the firearm is ready for use. When the red ring is not visible
on the safety button, the SAFETY IS ENGAGED.
AMMUNITION
WARNING: Beretta assumes no liability for physical injury or property damage
resulting from the use of defective, improper, hand-loaded, reloaded or
remanufactured ammunition. Serious damage or injury, even death, may be
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caused from the use of ammunition that is not suitable, loaded with force, or
loaded with obstructions in the barrel.
The Beretta 1301 Tactical does not require adjustments or interventions
to shoot from 70 mm (2 3/4 in) /24 g (7/8 oz), to 76 mm (3 in) /57 g (2 oz)
cartridges.
CAUTION: The Beretta 1301 Tactical has an Optima-Bore® HP barrel that make
it possible to fire High Performance steel shot ammunition. You will find the
markings for the gauge and chamber length for your shotgun on the side of the
barrel. Every 1301 Tactical has been tested with special proof test ammunition
at 1320 bar with high performance steel shot. These tests guarantee the ability
to shoot either ordinary or HP steel shot (usually higher than 3.5 mm of diameter)
which cause higher pressure in the barrel.
CAUTION: Never use cartridges that do not correspond to the indicators on
EN the barrel.
CAUTION: Only use cartridges with a length equal to or less than the chamber
length indicated on the barrel.
CAUTION: To avoid using improper ammunition, always check the
characteristics stamped on the cartridge box and on the cartridge. Be sure to
use the right cartridge gauge and length for your firearm.
STEEL SHOT
All Beretta barrels, are designed for use with factory steel shot cartridges loaded
to international standard specifications. The use of reloaded or remanufactured
ammunition can increase the likelihood of excessive pressure, case rupture or
other defects in the ammunition.
MAGAZINE CAPACITY
The magazine of the 1301 Tactical has a capacity limited to 2 shots, in line
with the current hunting regulations in many countries, due to the insertion of
a reducer.
This reducer restricts firearm use to no more than three rounds (two in the
magazine, and one in the cartridge chamber).
This device is fitted by Beretta during manufacture and assembly of the 1301
Tactical.
WARNING: Wholesalers, dealers or gunsmiths are not authorised to carry out any
Warranty repair or adjustment on behalf of the Manufacturer (unless they are a
Repair Point authorised by the Manufacturer and/or by its Local Official Distributors).
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HOW TO LOAD AND FIRE
WARNING: Before loading the firearm, it is a good idea to practice the following
handling procedures without the use of ammunition. Never handle a loaded
firearm until you are fully familiar with the loading procedures. Always inspect
the ejection port, the loading gate and the cartridge chamber to make sure they
are empty. Check that there are no cartridges in the magazine tube. Before
loading the firearm, ensure that the safety is engaged. Always keep the firearm
pointed in a safe direction. (See points 1, 2 and 4 of the BASIC SAFETY RULES.)
WARNING: Always check the barrel before loading the firearm to make sure
that it is clean and free of possible obstructions.
WARNING: The shooter and all bystanders must always wear protective eye-
wear and ear protection during shooting. Residue from gunpowder, lubricant
or metal fragments may be projected backwards and cause injury. Noise- EN
reducing earplugs or earmuffs will reduce the risk of damage to hearing caused
by prolonged shooting activity.
CAUTION: Always keep your finger off the trigger and avoid contact of other
objects with the trigger if you don't intend to fire.
• Check that the carrier stop push button is pressed all the way down.
Otherwise, push it down.
• Use the cocking handle to retract the breech bolt until it snaps into the open
position.
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• Engage the manual safety by pressing the safety button to hide the red ring.
CAUTION: The safety can only be engaged with the hammer in the cocked
position. The hammer is cocked by pulling back the breech bolt. When the
safety button shows the red ring, the SAFETY IS DISENGAGED, so the firearm
is ready for use. When the red ring is not visible on the safety button, the
SAFETY IS ENGAGED.
EN
WARNING: The manual safety is merely a mechanical device and is in no way
a substitute for the Basic Safety Rules of firearm handling.
• Introduce the first cartridge into the cartridge chamber through the ejection
port.
• Keeping your hands away from the ejection port, press the release button and
guide the breech bolt to lock.
WARNING: The firearm is now loaded and ready to fire after the manual safety
is disengaged. Always keep your finger off the trigger and avoid contact with
the trigger by other objects if you don't intend to fire. Never point a firearm at
something that is not safe to shoot. (See points 1, 2 and 4 of the BASIC SAFETY
RULES).
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WARNING: Beretta assumes no liability for any injury or property damage
resulting from improper or careless handling or intentional or accidental firing
of the shotgun.
• Move the carrier to insert the cartridges into the magazine through the loading
port to latch behind the cartridge retaining lever.
• To fire, disengage the safety (red ring visible) and pull the trigger. EN
• The shotgun will fire the cartridge in the chamber first, and then it will
automatically introduce the cartridge from the magazine tube into the
chamber.
WARNING: After pulling the trigger, if the shotgun doesn't fire, engage the
safety, wait at least one minute and unload the shotgun as described in the
corresponding section.
Never attempt to reuse or fire ammunition that did not fire the first time. Dispose
of unfired or damaged ammunition properly, in accordance with the ammunition
manufacturer’s recommendations.
WARNING: If another cartridge is fired into an obstructed barrel, damage and
very serious injury may occur.
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If you do not plan to fire a second shot, engage the safety (red ring not visible)
keeping the firearm pointed in a safe direction and the fingers away from the
trigger. If you have finished firing, unload the shotgun as indicated in: “How to
unload the shotgun”.
EN • When the last cartridges has been fired, the breech bolt remains open,
showing that the magazine is empty.
• Engage the safety (red ring not visible) and if necessary, reload the shotgun
according to the instructions given previously.
WARNING: Always unload the firearm immediately after firing is completed.
Never store a loaded firearm. To store the shotgun, see: “Storage”.
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HOW TO UNLOAD THE SHOTGUN
WARNING: The firearm is loaded and ready to fire. Always keep your finger off
the trigger and avoid contact with the trigger by other objects if you don't intend
to fire. Never point the firearm at someone or at hard, flat surfaces. (See points
1, 2 and 4 of the BASIC SAFETY RULES.)
• Keeping the firearm pointed in a safe direction, check that the safety is
engaged (red ring not visible).
EN
• Pull back the breech bolt to extract and expel the live cartridge from the
chamber.
• Release the breech bolt so that it locks open.
• Raise the carrier, push the cartridge lightly into the magazine tube and at the
same time press down the release button, guiding the cartridges out of the
magazine tube.
• After checking the magazine tube and the receiver are empty, keeping the
shotgun pointed in a safe direction, disengage the safety (red ring visible).
• Keeping the breech bolt pulled back 2 cm, pull the trigger, thereby decocking
the hammer.
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DISASSEMBLY
WARNING: Always check that the shotgun is unloaded (empty cartridge
chamber, empty receiver, empty magazine). Inspect the firearm by looking
through the ejection port, the loading gate and the chamber. If it is not empty,
unload it as instructed in the relevant section. Check that the hammer is
decocked.
WARNING: Never point the firearm at someone or at hard, flat surfaces. Always
treat the shotgun as if it were loaded. (See points 1, 2 and 4 of the BASIC
SAFETY RULES.)
NOTICE: It is advisable to carry out the disassembly operations over a table to
catch components should they drop.
BARREL
EN
• Check that the carrier stop push button is pressed all the way down. If it is
not, push it all the way down.
• Pull the breech bolt all the way back so that it remains open.
• Unscrew the front cap of the fore-end in an counter-clockwise direction.
• Holding the shotgun by the barrel, pull the fore-end straight out toward the
muzzle.
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• Pull the barrel out of the stock-receiver assembly while holding the piston
inside the gas cylinder.
NOTICE: NEVER STRIP the spring of the valve or the valve retaining nut. The
valve device is self-cleaning and requires no maintenance. If necessary, contact
a competent gunsmith.
BREECH BOLT ASSEMBLY EN
(Breech bolt, operating rods with sleeve, recoil spring, and piston stop.)
WARNING: The breech bolt assembly need only to be disassembled in order
to clean its components.
• Keeping the index or middle finger of the left hand on the cocking handle,
press the release button and allow the breech bolt to move forward slowly
until it stops.
• Press the head of the breech bolt until the groove on its neck corresponds to
the edge of the bolt body.
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• Keeping the head depressed in this position, extract the cocking handle from
the breech bolt, pulling forcefully.
• Over a flat surface, with the ejection port pointed upwards, pull forward on the
breech bolt assembly, the operating rods with sleeve, the recoil spring, and
the spring holder, to force the breech bolt out from the receiver.
EN
TRIGGER PLATE
NOTICE: The trigger plate only needs to be disassembled in order to clean the
trigger mechanism.
• Engage the safety (the hammer is cocked).
• Press the carrier stop push button, if it has not already been pressed.
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• Remove the trigger guard retaining pin by pressing with a pin punch or an awl.
• Keeping the release button pushed all the way down, remove the trigger plate
from the receiver using the trigger guard as a lever, first in the direction of the
barrel and then outward.
EN
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ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Clean and lubricate your shotgun any time combustion residue, grease or dirt is
deposited in any of the mechanisms. Cleaning and lubrication of the firearm after
each use is the best way of ensuring that the components are protected against
combustion corrosion or rusting from use in humid or salty environments.
At the end of a shooting day, carry out the Routine Maintenance as indicated
below.
WARNING: Always check that the shotgun is unloaded (empty cartridge
chamber, empty receiver, empty magazine). Inspect the firearm by looking
through the ejection port, the loading gate and the chamber. If it is not empty,
unload it as instructed in the relevant section. Check that the hammer is
decocked.
EN WARNING: Never point the firearm at someone or at hard, flat surfaces. Always
treat the shotgun as if it were loaded. (See points 1, 2 and 4 of the BASIC
SAFETY RULES).
NOTICE: For Routine Maintenance, simply disassemble it following the
procedures described in the relevant section.
BARREL
• Carefully clean the inside of the barrel with a cloth patch to remove any
combustion residue.
• Thoroughly clean the locking shoulders on the barrel breech.
• Pull a soft, clean, dry cloth through the barrel.
• Lightly lubricate the barrel with a soft clean cloth soaked with Beretta Gun Oil.
• Check the barrel. The barrel and cartridge chamber must be clean and free
from obstructions.
CAUTION: Excess oil or grease obstructing the barrel, even partially, is very
dangerous when firing and may cause damage to the shotgun and serious injury
to the shooter and to bystanders. Never spray or apply oil to the cartridges. Use
lubricants properly. You are responsible for the proper care and maintenance
of your firearm.
GAS CYLINDER, PISTON, MAGAZINE TUBE
CAUTION: Use of Magnum and Super Magnum cartridges results in high
combustion gas emissions.
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The particular composition of the powders of some Super Magnum ammunition
can leave consistent deposits of combustion residue. The parts of the shotgun
where this problem is most likely to arise are the gas cylinder, the piston and
elastic piston seal and the magazine tube.
• Ensure that the piston glides freely on the magazine tube.
• To clean the walls of the gas cylinder, spray the walls with Beretta Gun Oil and
clean thoroughly with a bronze brush.
• After removing any combustion residue, clean the inside of the gas cylinder
with a clean cloth.
NOTICE: The components specified above must not be lubricated.
EXHAUST VALVE ASSEMBLY
NOTICE: NEVER DISASSEMBLE the exhaust valve assembly. If necessary, EN
contact a competent gunsmith.
SPECIAL MAINTENANCE
Depending on the conditions of use of the firearm, and at the end of
the hunting season, Beretta recommends you carry out the following
extraordinary maintenance operations in order to keep the shotgun in
perfect working order.
BREECH BOLT ASSEMBLY
(Breech bolt, operating rods with sleeve, recoil spring, and piston stop).
• Spray the parts and clean with Beretta Gun Oil.
• Thoroughly dry with a soft cloth and lightly lubricate.
TRIGGER PLATE
• Thoroughly clean the parts with a soft cloth.
• Lightly lubricate all the metal components and the trigger plate retaining pin.
RECEIVER
• Proceed as indicated for the breech bolt. Clean thoroughly with a soft cloth
and lubricate the internal breech bolt guides.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to carry out repairs to any firearm without
proper knowledge or training. Do not alter parts or use substitute parts not
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manufactured by Beretta. Any alterations or adjustments that may be necessary
to the operating mechanism should be performed by the Manufacturer or by its
Local Authorised Distributor.
REASSEMBLY
WARNING: Always check that the shotgun is unloaded (empty cartridge
chamber, empty receiver, empty magazine). Inspect the firearm by looking
through the ejection port, the loading gate and the chamber. If it is not empty,
unload it as instructed in the relevant section.
WARNING: Never point the firearm at someone or at hard, flat surfaces. Always
treat the shotgun as if it were loaded. (See points 1, 2 and 4 of the BASIC
SAFETY RULES).
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• Work in reverse order to assembly, taking care to ensure that the hammer is
cocked, the safety is engaged and the carrier stop push button is pressed
down.
• Keeping the release button pressed well down, make the rear part of the
trigger plate adhere precisely to the receiver and push firmly towards the
stock, as far as it will go.
• Rotate the trigger plate until it is inserted in its housing in the receiver.
• Insert the trigger guard retaining pin only when the hole of the trigger guard is
centred on the receiver.
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BREECH BOLT ASSEMBLY
(Breech bolt, operating rods with sleeve, recoil spring, and piston stop).
• Working on a flat surface with the ejection port turned up, mount the breech
bolt assembly, operating rods with sleeve, recoil spring and piston stop on
the magazine tube.
• Push the operating rods with sleeve all the way in to insert the breech bolt into
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the receiver.
• Press the head of the breech bolt until the groove on its neck corresponds to
the edge of the bolt body.
• Keeping the head pressed down in this position, insert the cocking handle on
the breech bolt. Fasten it into position by hitting it firmly.
BARREL
• Check the barrel. The barrel and cartridge chamber must be clean and free
from obstructions.
• Insert the piston into the gas cylinder of the barrel, tightening the elastic seal
with the fingers to make it easier to install the piston in the cylinder.
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• Check that the carrier stop push button is pressed all the way down. If it is
not, push it all the way down.
• Pull the breech bolt all the way back so that it remains open.
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CAUTION: When the release button is pressed, the breech bolt is pushed
forward by the recoil spring, until it is stopped at the ejection port by the cocking
handle, with the likelihood of damage to both parts.
• Insert the barrel into the receiver, ensuring that the magazine tube cap
shaft enters the piston hole as well as that of the gas cylinder and the valve
assembly.
• Push it all the way into the receiver until it stops.
• Slide the fore-end into place over the gas cylinder / the valve assembly and
magazine tube. Checking for the correct centring on the receiver face. The
fore-end is in the correct position when it is fully against the receiver.
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• Screw the fore-end cap for the magazine tube extension on tightly.
• Keep your fingers away from the ejection port, press the breech bolt release
button and gently guide the breech bolt to lock.
• Keeping the breech bolt pulled back 2 cm, pull the trigger, thereby decocking
the hammer.
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with firearms cannot gain access to it. To reduce the risk of accidents involving
children, unload your firearm and lock it away. Store the ammunition in a
separate locked location. (See point 3 of the BASIC SAFETY RULES).
NOTICE: If the firearm will not be used for a long time, keep it lubricated and
disassembled (see the chapters “Maintenance” and “Storage”).
STOCK DROP AND CAST MODIFICATION
WARNING: Always check that the shotgun is unloaded (empty cartridge
chamber, empty receiver, empty magazine). Inspect the firearm by looking
through the ejection port, the loading gate and the chamber. If it is not empty,
unload it as instructed in the relevant section.
WARNING: Never point the firearm at someone or at hard, flat surfaces. Always
treat the shotgun as if it were loaded. (See points 1, 2 and 4 of the BASIC
SAFETY RULES).
The Beretta 1301 Tactical has a pre-set factory stock cast-off setting (for right-
handed shooters) with 55 or 60 mm drop.
The components which govern the drop and the cast are:
the drop-cast front spacer, made of reinforced techno polymer fibreglass.
the stock steel plate.
Both the front spacer and the plate are designed to secure two different
drops, each with a cast-off or a cast-on (for left-handed shooters) depending on
how they are assembled. A set of additional spacers is also provided to further
change the drop by replacing the spacer pair.
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REPLACING THE STOCK DROP AND CAST SPACERS
NOTICE: The right-hand cast is designated by the initials DX. The left-hand cast
is designated by the initials SX. The drop and cast of the front spacer and
plate must always be synchronised.
WARNING: Stock drop and cast modification must be carried out by a
competent gunsmith. Failure to comply with these instructions can lead to
damage to property or injury to persons.
REQUIRED TOOLS
1 Philips and 1 flat-head screwdriver.
1 Hexagonal wrench, 6 mm.
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1 Torque wrench with a 13-mm pipe extension.
FIELD STRIPPING
• Use the Phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws sunk into the stock.
• Remove the Beretta Microcore recoil pad from the stock.
• Use the 13-mm tube wrench to completely unscrew the retaining nut of the
stock and remove the nut, spring washer and plate .
• Separate the stock from the receiver and remove the plate .
REASSEMBLY
• Centre the front spacer on the stock bolt tube. Make sure that the indicator
showing the desired drop and cast (“C-60-DX” in the diagram) is visible on
the spacer.
• Reposition the stock. Place the rear plate inside the stock. Make sure that
the same marking is visible on the plates.
• Use the 13-mm tube wrench to insert the retaining nut of the stock and spring
washer and tighten down with tightening torque 1.6 - 1.8 Kgm (Kilogram-
meters) 139-155 Ip (inch pounds). The use of a proper dynamometric wrench
is recommended.
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STORAGE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of accidents involving children or unauthorized
persons, keep your firearm locked away and store the ammunition in a separate
locked location!
NOTICE: Store the firearm disassembled (barrel/fore-end and receiver/stock) in
the supplied case. Before storage, always check the condition of the shotgun
and its case. Ensure that they are perfectly dry.
Moisture and water drops can damage the shotgun.
NOTICE: Do not store the shotgun in a leather or fabric case. These materials
attract moisture, even though they may appear to be perfectly dry.
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