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Finding a proper field shotgun for a young hunter or anyone with a shorter reach usually means compromising somewhere. The Charles Daly 301 Compact skips that problem. It takes the proven 301 pump platform and trims it down with a 22 inch vent-rib barrel and a compact synthetic stock, giving you a 20 gauge that shoulders naturally and swings fast without feeling like a toy. At around 6 pounds, it carries easily through a long day of walking fence lines or sitting in a blind.
The 3 inch chamber handles everything from light target loads to heavier hunting shells, and the 4+1 magazine tube keeps you in the action. The receiver is aluminum to keep weight down, paired with a steel barrel, and the pump action cycles with a smooth, positive lock-up that inspires confidence when a bird flushes. A grooved receiver and bead front sight keep the sighting picture simple and fast, exactly what you want on a working field gun. The checkered synthetic stock and forend wear Mossy Oak Obsession camo and shrug off rain, mud, and the general abuse a hunting season dishes out.
Charles Daly ships the 301 Compact with three choke tubes: Improved Cylinder, Modified, and Full. That covers close-flushing quail, mid-range doves, and longer pokes at ducks or turkeys without buying anything extra. Better yet, the barrel is threaded for the Beretta/Benelli Mobil choke pattern, one of the most common thread systems out there, so upgrading to specialty tubes down the road is cheap and easy.
The shorter stock and soft-shooting 20 gauge make this a natural pick for youth hunters learning the ropes, but plenty of adults appreciate the compact fit too, especially with heavy clothing in cold weather. The manual thumb safety is simple to teach and simple to use. For the money, it is tough to find a more practical way to get someone into wingshooting with gear that genuinely works.
It's one of the better options in its class for young hunters. The shorter compact stock fits smaller frames properly, the 20 gauge keeps recoil manageable, and at roughly 6 pounds it's easy to carry all day. It's a real field gun, so a new hunter won't outgrow its capabilities quickly.
The barrel uses the Beretta/Benelli Mobil choke thread pattern, which is one of the most widely supported systems on the market. Improved Cylinder, Modified, and Full tubes come in the box, and aftermarket Mobil-pattern tubes from most major choke makers will thread right in.
Yes. The 3 inch chamber handles both 2.75 inch and 3 inch 20 gauge shells, so you can run light target loads for practice and step up to heavier magnum loads for waterfowl or turkey. Capacity is 4+1 with standard shells in the tube magazine.
It's a versatile field gun at heart. The 22 inch barrel and included choke selection make it well suited for doves, upland birds, small game, and duck blinds where a quick-swinging shotgun shines. The Mossy Oak Obsession camo stock also makes it a natural fit for spring turkey woods.
| UPC | 8053800941334 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 930.225 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Shotgun |
| Barrel Length | 22" |
| Caliber/Gauge | 20 Gauge |
| Capacity | 4 + 1 |
| Chokes Included | Full/Improved Cylinder/Modified |
| Color | CAMOFLAGE |
| Length | 38 |
| Package Height | 3.0 |
| Package Width | 7.5 |
| Product Type | Shotgun |
| Safety | Thumb |
| Shipping Weight | 8.15 |
| Sights | F: Brass Bead |
| Sights Type | Fixed Sights |
| Youth Shotgun | Yes |
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