Beretta is pleased to announce that the new 1301 Tactical Mod.2 Shotgun has been awarded the esteemed 'Shotgun of the Year' title at the 2024 Industry Choice Awards (ICA) for the 2nd year in a row. The ICA evaluators are a diverse group of firearms enthusiasts from the Southeast and Midwest of the U.S., each consuming over 5,000 rounds of ammunition annually and possessing extensive experience with various firearms, optics, and accessories. These evaluators participate in multiple competitions and events across several states and rely on personal interactions, online research, and videos to guide their purchasing decisions, which often exceed $5,000 for daily carry, competition, or home protection. The ICA provides free and unbiased feedback through a rigorous testing process conducted in both retail and range environments by 20 to 30 experienced evaluators.

Evaluator comments included:

• “There is a reason Beretta has a reputation for excellence in shotguns. Manipulating and shouldering this one puts those reasons on display,”

• “Outstanding. In the moment of flight or fight, the oversized charging bolt is a home run along with the bolt release. One is not fumbling to get this platform into action or to reload it to get back into action. Everything is within one area, so you don't have to search for anything.”

• “No doubt that this shotgun could be put through incredibly hard use and still function properly. Built like a tank, even the reinforced coupler between the magazine tube and the barrel is very rigid, and a nice touch.“

• “Shotgun of the year!”

"On behalf of the Beretta family and in recognition of the exceptional work and dedication of the Beretta Engineering and Manufacturing team, we are thrilled and honored that Beretta shotguns have once again been selected for this distinguished achievement," said Logan Killam, Sr. Product Manager.

The Beretta 1301 Tactical Mod.2 Shotgun is setting the standard for the world’s finest tactical shotgun. With a legacy built on precision engineering and relentless innovation, the Beretta 1301 Tactical Mod.2 Shotgun emerges as the natural successor setting new standards for excellence in the realm of tactical shotguns.

MAIN FEATURES:

• B-LINK OPERATING SYSTEM
  Beretta’s ultrafast B-LINK gas operating system with a cross tube gas piston allows for 36% faster cycling than its competition.
• AGGRESSIVE KNURLING FOREND
  An upgraded forend and stock with aggressive knurling provides an unrivaled grip in even the most intense situations.
• M-LOK® COMPATIBILITY
  Three sections of M-Lok allows for ease of customization of attaching accessories like lights or lasers to enhance your shooting experience.
• PRO-LIFTER
  Designed for ease and speed, it ensures a smooth, trouble-free reload keeping your focus on the target.
• SEMI-FLAT TACTICAL STYLE TRIGGER
  Offers a lightning fast, crisp break with reduced reset time, allowing for faster follow-up shots and unmatched accuracy.

The Beretta 1301 Tactical Mod.2 is available in a range of colors and stock configurations, including Black, FDE, OD Green or Gray in a 7+1 capacity and retails for an MSRP of $1,799 - $1,999.

For additional information, visit www.Beretta.com.