Description
There's a reason single shot turkey guns have made such a comeback, and the Stevens 301 Turkey is a big part of it. Modern TSS loads changed the game for the 20 gauge, packing gobbler-stopping patterns into a shell that doesn't need a heavy gun behind it. Stevens built the 301 around that idea: a simple break action, a 26-inch barrel with a 3-inch chamber, and an extra-full choke tube already in the box. Load one shell, ease the hammer back when the moment comes, and make it count.
Built for the Spring Woods
The synthetic stock and forend wear Mossy Oak Bottomland, the classic dark timber pattern turkey hunters have trusted for decades, while the barrel and receiver keep a matte black finish that won't throw glare at a sharp-eyed tom. At roughly 6 pounds and 41.5 inches overall, the 301 carries easy on long walks to the roost, and the factory sling swivel studs mean you can throw a sling on it and keep your hands free for calls and gear. A recoil pad and manual hammer block safety round out the practical touches.
Optics Ready From the Factory
Red dots have become the go-to for serious turkey setups, and the 301 comes with a removable one-piece Picatinny rail so you can mount one without any drilling or gunsmithing. Prefer to keep it simple? The front bead is compatible with TruGlo sight systems if you want to upgrade to a fiber optic later. The barrel is threaded for Win Choke pattern tubes, so swapping chokes to fine-tune your pattern is quick and affordable.
Why the Stevens 301 Makes Sense
This is a gun that does one job and does it well. It's light enough for a youth hunter or a run-and-gun veteran, simple enough that there's nothing to fuss with in the field, and tuned specifically for the TSS loads that have turned the 20 gauge into a legitimate long-beard setup. Pattern it with your favorite turkey load, zero your optic, and you're set for opening morning.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Stevens (Savage Arms)
- Model: 301 Turkey
- Manufacturer Part Number: 19618
- UPC: 011356196187
- Gauge: 20 Gauge
- Action: Break Action, Single Shot
- Barrel Length: 26"
- Chamber: 3" (also accepts 2-3/4" shells)
- Capacity: 1 Round
- Choke: Extra-Full, Win Choke thread pattern
- Sights: Bead, TruGlo compatible, plus removable Picatinny rail
- Stock: Synthetic, Mossy Oak Bottomland camo
- Metal Finish: Matte Black
- Overall Length: 41.5"
- Weight: Approx. 6 lbs
- Safety: Manual Hammer Blocking Safety
What’s Included
- Stevens 301 Turkey single shot shotgun
- Extra-full choke tube (installed)
- Removable one-piece Picatinny rail
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mount a red dot on the Stevens 301 Turkey?
Yes, and it's one of the best things about this gun. It ships with a removable one-piece Picatinny rail already set up on the receiver, so most micro red dots bolt right on with no gunsmithing. If you'd rather run the bead, just pull the rail off.
What choke tubes does the 301 Turkey accept?
The barrel is threaded for Win Choke pattern tubes, one of the most common thread patterns out there, so aftermarket options are easy to find. An extra-full turkey choke comes installed from the factory, and it pairs well with dense TSS loads for tight patterns at realistic turkey distances.
Is a 20 gauge single shot enough gun for turkeys?
With modern ammo, absolutely. This barrel was designed around Federal HEAVYWEIGHT TSS loads, which pattern so densely that a 20 gauge now performs like the 12 gauges of years past, with a lot less recoil. Pattern your gun before the season and pick the load that shoots tightest for you.
How heavy is the Stevens 301 Turkey and does it kick much?
It weighs right around 6 pounds, which makes it a joy to carry but does mean stout turkey loads will let you know they went off. The good news is you're firing one shot at a bird, not burning through a case at the range, and the factory recoil pad helps take the edge off. Many hunters practice with light field loads and save the TSS for patterning and the hunt.





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