The Charles Daly 601 is a gas-operated, semi-automatic 12-gauge field shotgun featuring a 28-inch ventilated rib barrel and a checkered hardwood stock. The receiver is machined from aluminum alloy and finished in black anodize, paired with a blued barrel and a brass bead front sight. The design accepts Beretta/Benelli Mobil-style interchangeable choke tubes and is configured with a manual thumb safety for right-hand shooters. Intended for field use and sporting clays, the 601 combines traditional wood furniture with a modern gas system.
Key Specifications
- The gauge is 12 Gauge.
- The action type is Semi-Auto (gas operated).
- The barrel measures 28 inches and features a ventilated rib.
- The maximum chamber size is 3 inches.
- The stock material is Hardwood with a checkered finish.
- The metal finish is Blued on the barrel with a black anodized receiver.
- The overall length is 48.5 inches.
- The sighting system is a brass bead front sight.
- The choke system uses Beretta/Benelli Mobil-style choke threads and includes interchangeable tubes.
- The stock style is a Field configuration.
The Charles Daly 601 pairs a classic hardwood appearance with practical field features: a ventilated rib for quick sighting, a gas system tuned for common 2.75″ and 3″ loads, and interchangeable choke capability for patterning flexibility. Whether used for sporting clays or upland field work, the 601 presents a straightforward, serviceable platform that balances traditional ergonomics with modern functionality.
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