Beretta A300 Patrol

[Fastattack]

I just watched "The Getaway" with Steve McQueen and suddenly discovered a new fondness for my pump-action. I'll wait.

[LBDamned]

You might start seeing vendors dumping 1301s on sale in anticipation of the A300 in favor...

$1260 here: https://botach.com/beretta-1301-tact...n-fixed-stock/

[dougd1015]

Good price.

[xXRifleManXx]

I really want to see that stock become available for the 1301.

[TeamAllen]

Originally Posted by Scratch705

From shot show interview video with classic firearms, the rep said that the tiger strip color will be a limited production just for this first batch kinda like a first edition special.

I was just watching that video this morning. thought they said they were shipping end of January? I guess I will have to go back and listen again.
Could have just been my wishful thinking.

[k1dude]

The first video says the 1301 is softer shooting. The second video says the 300 is softer shooting.

[trackhazard]

I heard both about my 1301 before I bought it. Some reviews were saying its pretty soft shooting. Others were saying it kicks a bit for a semi. One guy on a different forum said it was so bad, he sold the shotgun.

I didn't find any issues with recoil on my 1301 Comp. Maybe the longer barrel and extension I put on help. If the A300 Patrol is anywhere near, it should be fine.

[LBDamned]

1301... $1420 - it's always been no tax, free shipping when I've used em (didn't put this in cart, so, didn't confirm its still that way)

https://armsunlimited.com/beretta-13...ube-extension/

[Oceanbob]

Originally Posted by LBDamned

1301... $1420 - it's always been no tax, free shipping when I've used em (didn't put this in cart, so, didn't confirm its still that way)

https://armsunlimited.com/beretta-13...ube-extension/

Yeah, that’s a LE no choke model. Not my first choice. But cheap.
New ones are $1660 and $1760 today as fresh supplies arrive at retailers.

[LBDamned]

Originally Posted by Oceanbob

Yeah, that’s a LE no choke model. Not my first choice. But cheap.
New ones are $1660 and $1760 today as fresh supplies arrive at retailers.

I have one. Not concerned about chokes - it's a back of thrle house defense gun, using slugs and heavy 00... M4 is primary, at front of house and for outdoor if needed.

Thile model listed is a good choice for my use.

[Garbcollector]

Looks like it has more features than a 930 mossberg

[TeamAllen]

Preorder $854.05 to your FFL w/ code BERELIREVIEW5
Only Black and Grey currently available for preorder.

https://www.bereli.com/beretta-a300-...-tube-shotgun/

Subtotal: $899.00 USD
Coupon Code (BERELIREVIEW5): -$44.95 USD
Shipping: $0.00 USD
Tax: $0.00 USD
Grand Total: $854.05 USD

[joefrank64k]

The Tiger Stripe are starting to show up on-line for backorder.

Seems everyone has the TS listed at MSRP, of course (Limited Edition!!), haha!!

I’ll still end up with one, I’m afraid.

ETA: EuroOptic has them for $1000.97 with Mil/LEO and e-check payment: https://www.eurooptic.com/Beretta-A3...tion-Semi.aspx

ETA2: Riflegear @MSRP: https://www.riflegear.com/p-20408-be...er-stripe.aspx

[W.R.Buchanan]

Yes I handled several of these at SHOT, I liked it more than the 1301. It is lighter and just felt better. The price is better too.

MSRP of $1099 plus the new price on the 1301 being jacked up to $1799 should direct sales to the A300, which is exactly what Beretta is trying to do.

I like the way these operate also. I think they've got a winner.

Randy

[k1dude]

Originally Posted by W.R.Buchanan

Yes I handled several of these at SHOT, I liked it more than the 1301. It is lighter and just felt better. The price is better too.

MSRP of $1099 plus the new price on the 1301 being jacked up to $1799 should direct sales to the A300, which is exactly what Beretta is trying to do.

I like the way these operate also. I think they've got a winner.

Randy

Interesting. According to their official specs, it's supposed to be heavier. It was something like 7.1 pounds for the A300 Patrol vs 6.6 pounds for the 1301 Tactical.

[whatarush]

Originally Posted by Fastattack

I just watched "The Getaway" with Steve McQueen and suddenly discovered a new fondness for my pump-action. I'll wait.

that is a great movie

[TeamAllen]

Omaha Outdoors is offering some additional color options. Not sure if they are factory or they are doing it themselves?
https://www.omahaoutdoors.com/berett...ultima-patrol/

[LBDamned]

$949 - usually free shipping, no tax (I didn't add to cart to confirm this one)

https://armsunlimited.com/beretta-a3...-auto-shotgun/

[DirkDiggz]

I ordered the limited edition tiger striped version last week from shydasoutdoorcenter.com for $1,118.00. Order was placed on the 8th and it still says awaiting shipment. It was in stock during the ordering process, hopefully this doesn't turn into a backorder or something else. I'm kind of stuck, I picked up a 940pro holosun(unfired boxed) last week from a calguns member its going to be ready to pick up tomorrow. Going to put one of them up for sale after a head to head comparison.

[BOBGBA]

I wouldn't believe anyone that says they have them in stock, until you see them show up at the big retailers.

[LBDamned]

Originally Posted by BOBGBA

I wouldn't believe anyone that says they have them in stock, until you see them show up at the big retailers.

I've bought several guns from arms unlimited that cant be found in big retailers.

I don't know their connections, but they have rare stuff and have shipped fast on my orders.

[BOBGBA]

I look forward to the first poster here that posts a picture of one (laying on the frontpage of their local newspaper with the date shown) along with where they got it.

[NATEWA]

Love Beretta shotguns - smart move to introduce the patrol model.

Currently have an a300 Ultima in 20 guage but would like to sell it and get a 12 guage model. Had a 3901 for years and my hunting friend has an old extrema (391?) that keeps running without any issues.

My hope is Beretta will make a “patrol kit - short barrel and mag tube extension” so hunters can convert their hunting shotgun over for a home defense role after the duck hunting season.

[LBDamned]

Originally Posted by BOBGBA

I look forward to the first poster here that posts a picture of one (laying on the frontpage of their local newspaper with the date shown) along with where they got it.

I'm sure someone will go out of their way to do that for you

[BOBGBA]

Originally Posted by LBDamned

I'm sure someone will go out of their way to do that for you

It won't happen, because Beretta knows how to roll out a product. They will take care of their bigger dealers first, not the small time operators. There will be a lot of demand for the product right off the bat, so I'm hoping they will have the production line going full steam. Of course, we could hear the "covid" supply chain excuse...

Originally Posted by NATEWA

Love Beretta shotguns - smart move to introduce the patrol model...My hope is Beretta will make a “patrol kit - short barrel and mag tube extension” so hunters can convert their hunting shotgun over for a home defense role after the duck hunting season.

A nice thought, but I think Beretta would rather sell you a complete firearm made for a single purpose.
It doesn't seem like they want to have a combo type hunting & defense style shotgun.

[NATEWA]

Originally Posted by BOBGBA

It won't happen, because Beretta knows how to roll out a product. They will take care of their bigger dealers first, not the small time operators. There will be a lot of demand for the product right off the bat, so I'm hoping they will have the production line going full steam. Of course, we could hear the "covid" supply chain excuse...



A nice thought, but I think Beretta would rather sell you a complete firearm made for a single purpose.
It doesn't seem like they want to have a combo type hunting & defense style shotgun.

I’m sure they’ll make more money if they don’t sell a combo. I’ll stick with my 870 and hope RemArms continues making a V3 HD barrel with mag extension.

[LBDamned]

Originally Posted by BOBGBA

It won't happen, because Beretta knows how to roll out a product. They will take care of their bigger dealers first, not the small time operators. There will be a lot of demand for the product right off the bat, so I'm hoping they will have the production line going full steam. Of course, we could hear the "covid" supply chain excuse...

I'm sure they're all lying

https://www.garysgunshop.com/beretta/-389557
https://www.gunbroker.com/Item/970866520

[BOBGBA]

Yep, I believe there are many internet retailers that will take your money and not actually have the gun in stock.
Not all of them, but many of them.
If you have a trusted source go ahead and use them.

[DirkDiggz]

After my purchase the gun went from in-stock to out of stock, good sign but you never know with online retailers.

[TeamAllen]

I wonder if there is some rule that they can't ship them before Feb 28th or something. That was the date from Bereli, for the pre order.

[joefrank64k]

The Grey are in-stock at EuroOptic.

$909.89 with mil/LEO + eCheck: https://www.eurooptic.com/Beretta-A3...to-Shotgu.aspx

ETA: The other colors can be backordered.

[LBDamned]

^^^ I possible, only "big dealers" get em first

[joefrank64k]

Just got the in-stock notice from Riflegear on the Tiger Stripe.

Order placed. Got a confirmation receipt.

They were showing two in-stock when I clicked through. Now OoS again.

[LBDamned]

^^^ They're lying to you, they're 'small time operators'

[TeamAllen]

Originally Posted by joefrank64k

Just got the in-stock notice from Riflegear on the Tiger Stripe.

Order placed. Got a confirmation receipt.

They were showing two in-stock when I clicked through. Now OoS again.

Glad you were able to snag a Tiger Stipe edition. That will be cool. Hopefully they start popping up and ship.
Let us know if you are able to go in at start the DROS

[joefrank64k]

Originally Posted by TeamAllen

Glad you were able to snag a Tiger Stipe edition. That will be cool. Hopefully they start popping up and ship.
Let us know if you are able to go in at start the DROS

The two they showed in-stock were at their TX store. When you order on-line from them, they normally ship to the Fountain Valley location and notify you when it's ready for DROS.

It will be interesting to see how long that takes.

[TeamAllen]

Thanks for the update. I am familiar how they operate. I was hoping they were in the FV store and you were starting the DROS today. You would be one of the first to have one out in the wild. I am waiting on my Gray pre-order and hoping for shipping notification. Trying to be patient but am excited about this one for some reason.
I dislike how there is more sales tax in FV than the other cities in the county.

Update: Just received UPS shipping notification on my order.

[joefrank64k]

Originally Posted by TeamAllen

Thanks for the update. I am familiar how they operate. I was hoping they were in the FV store and you were starting the DROS today. You would be one of the first to have one out in the wild. I am waiting on my Gray pre-order and hoping for shipping notification. Trying to be patient but am excited about this one for some reason.
I dislike how there is more sales tax in FV than the other cities in the county.

Update: Just received UPS shipping notification on my order.

Nice!! Hopefully it gets to you quick.

There was another Tiger Stripe in-stock at Riflegear. It was listed as "on line" (no store location).

It lasted about 45 seconds, haha!!

[BananaKetchup]

Just got the shipping label, just says label created. Ordered from bereli, did the 2 day shipping but it shows the label is UPS ground. Oh well.

[swiftone]

Yea - phone dinged, I opened the email from Riflegear, clicked the link and OOS.

Honestly don't know how I could had been faster...