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There is a reason the single-shot break action never goes out of style. It is about as simple and dependable as a shotgun gets, and the Stevens 301 Compact takes that proven idea and scales it down for people who never quite fit a full-size gun. With a 12.8 inch length of pull, a 36 inch overall length, and a carry weight of only 5.3 pounds, this 20 gauge mounts naturally for smaller-framed hunters and anyone teaching a new shooter the fundamentals without fighting a stock that is two inches too long.
The 22 inch carbon steel barrel wears a matte black finish that will not throw glare in the turkey woods or the dove field, and the black synthetic stock shrugs off rain, mud, and truck-bed abuse that would beat up a wood gun. The 3 inch chamber gives you room to run everything from light target loads on clays day to heavier hunting loads when it counts. A simple brass-style bead up front keeps aiming quick and uncomplicated, and the two-position safety is easy to check at a glance. The break action itself is crisp and positive, and with only one shell in the gun at a time, it is a great teaching tool for building good habits.
Stevens ships this one with a removable modified choke tube in the Winchoke pattern, which is a smart middle-ground constriction for squirrels, rabbits, doves, and general field work. Since it accepts Winchoke-style tubes, you can swap to a tighter or more open pattern down the road without any gunsmithing.
Between the mild recoil of the 20 gauge, the light weight, and the no-nonsense controls, the 301 Compact makes a lot of sense as a first shotgun, a loaner for camp, or a grab-and-go gun for small game season. It does the simple things well, and that is exactly what you want from a break action.
It is one of the better choices out there for that role. The 12.8 inch length of pull and 5.3 pound weight fit smaller frames far better than a full-size gun, and the single-shot break action encourages careful, deliberate shooting habits. The 20 gauge also keeps recoil manageable, especially with lighter field loads.
Yes. It ships with a removable modified choke tube in the Winchoke thread pattern, so it accepts other Winchoke-style tubes. That means you can run a full choke for turkey or open it up for close-range clays without modifying the gun.
It has a 3 inch chamber, so it runs both 2 3/4 and 3 inch 20 gauge shells. That covers everything from light target loads up to heavier hunting loads for turkey and small game. Being a light gun, magnum loads will have some kick, so start new shooters on lighter shells.
No, this particular model is not drilled and tapped for optics mounting. It comes with a fixed front bead, which suits its role as a straightforward field gun. If you want a red dot for turkey hunting, Stevens offers separate 301 Turkey models with a rail from the factory.
| UPC | 011356225597 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 22559 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Shotgun |
| Barrel Finish | MATTE BLACK |
| Barrel Length | 22" |
| Caliber/Gauge | 20 Gauge |
| Capacity | 1 |
| Chokes Included | Modified |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 38 |
| Model | |
| Package Height | 2.5 |
| Package Width | 7.9 |
| Product Type | Shotgun |
| Safety | Two-Position |
| Shipping Weight | 7.05 |
| Sights | Bead Front |
| Sights Type | Fixed Sights |
| Youth Shotgun | No |
| Units per Box | 1 |
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