Beretta 1301 Tactical Enhanced - Duty-Grade Semi-Auto Shotgun with Pistol Grip Synthetic Stock The enhanced Beretta 1301 Tactical refines a proven duty platform with controls and features tuned for fast, reliable operation in law-enforcement, home-defense, and high-use environments. Chambered in 12 gauge with an 18.5 inch cold hammer-forged, back-bored barrel, the shotgun uses Beretta's BLINK gas system with a cross-tube gas piston to produce rapid, consistent cycling and a reduced recoil impulse for faster follow-up shots. The back-bored barrel geometry helps direct recoil away from the shooter's hand, significantly reducing muzzle flip for better controllability. Ergonomics emphasize speed and positive manipulation: the gun ships with a pistol grip and a synthetic fixed stock for secure control in dynamic positions, three oversized controls - an oversized charging handle, a large textured bolt release, and an oversized reversible safety - and an aggressively checkered forend that promotes a firm hold even with gloves. The protected ghost-ring rear sight and interchangeable front sight provide quick target acquisition, and the aircraft-grade MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rail on the receiver accepts optics without modification. Out of the box the 1301 Tactical Enhanced includes an OptimaBore HP Improved Cylinder choke in flush configuration and a factory one-piece magazine tube that yields a 7+1 capacity with standard 2.75 inch shells (some longer shells may reduce capacity to 6+1). The package is built for hard use, offering enlarged controls for reliable operation in adverse conditions, tool-friendly maintenance, and a rugged synthetic stock and pistol grip combination that balances comfort, durability, and handling. Designed for shooters who need rapid, repeatable function, low-effort controls, and reduced muzzle movement, the enhanced 1301 Tactical pairs Beretta's fast-cycling BLINK system, durable forged barrel construction, and shooter-forward ergonomics into a compact, mission-ready shotgun.