Charles Daly 301 tactical home defense shotgun unboxing

[@jld3229]

I like this 12 gauge. I am glad you received the choke tubes.....a real plus for versatility. Thanks for this great unboxing video.

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Thanks for watching JD yeah I think it's going to make this shotgun so much more versatile.

[@FreeIndeed72]

Is this basically the updated version of the earlier Charles Daly Field 12 gauge pump? Are Remington parts such as forearms and stocks compatible with these?

[@rickymckim4480]

This one is new to me,I dig it.

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Thanks for watching

[@thystaff742]

Having a chrome lined barrel means a lot for a shotgun. I had a Maverick 88 that wasn't chrome lined and still got pitted even keeping it oiled.

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Yeah I agree having a chrome line bore is definitely a plus. Thanks for watching

[@ToolsandTargets]

Another good looking shotgun and a great price. I really like that gray color! I'm always partial to the 18.5" to 20" barrels just for the easier handling and maneuverability but definitely looking forward to the tests.😎

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

I don't understand why more companies don't add removable chokes to there home defense shotguns, I think it would make it a more versatile firearm. I prefer shorter barrel shotguns. Thanks for watching

[@williamhewett1098]

Picked one of these few months mine is tactical came with a 5 round mag also a 10 round mag cycles nice also have a citadel like it also

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Thanks for watching I appreciate it

[@jeffbardroff5873]

It looks like a nice gun but it sounds when you slide it it sounds like a plastic toy gun. I don't know about these guns today all of them they seem like they're cutting corners and every one of them even the expensive ones I like the older rifles back in the 90s that's when they made them good and sturdy. Reason they're making these expensive guns but they still say they're a budget. I mean who can afford a Henry rifle that's Single Barrel $600. It's still high for a shotgun or even a rifle you can get a Ruger or a Savage for that much

[@jamesakers2719]

I’ve gotta Charles Daly honcho 12ga and like it a lot lookin forward to see the series about yours

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

I like the looks of the honcho, thanks for watching

[@rickeybullington6314]

@@HamiltonOutdoors that is one good looking shot gun you have their.

[@davidfuertes1973]

Rob , I know that Charles Daily is manufacturing the new Honchos in the U.S , but I’m wondering if they’re going to start manufacturing any other of there shotguns as well. Like always an informative and great Video.👍🏼

[@marcthomas2482]

Looks like a good value. The ability to change chokes makes it several guns in one. With an extra full turkey choke it should put out a pretty good pattern. Years back when NEF was still in business I got one of the Pardner Pump guns in 12 ga with a short barrel. Ran some turkey loads through it and it did okay, even without interchangeable chokes. Still have it and makes a fine home defense choice with some 00 Buck. Good vid Rob. Looking forward to the tests.

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

I ordered a Carlson 675 turkey choke for this gun. Going to try and do some testing with it

[@davidcunningham6856]

Sweet little Shotty ya got there! Definitely reminds me of my Dickinson XX3D-M2. Looks exactly the same internally, also made in Turkey & fits Beretta/Benelli parts. Gotta figure they're all made in the same factory for several different companies. Thanks for sharing!

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Thanks David for watching, and if they ain't made in the same factory. They surely have the same guy designing them all and selling them all the plans to build them. Thanks for watching the video. How has your Dickinson shotgun worked out for you? Any problems?

[@garrettrhoden4459]

What beretta and Benelli parts will fit on the 301? Stocks and things? Or just internal parts

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

@@garrettrhoden4459 just magazine extension tubes. And they take some modifications. And choke tubes

[@garrettrhoden4459]

So a benelli m4 collapsible stock wouldn’t work on the 301?

[@Astartesparty]

Awh I bought mine from Cabelas aswel didn’t have the choke tubes lame …

[@keithbays2724]

I bought one of these back in December. It had a burr on the bolt that I smoothed down to make it cycle better.

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Glad you got it smoothed out. How are you liking yours?

[@keithbays2724]

@@HamiltonOutdoors it still pumps a little stiff.

[@richardmason4705]

Just picked mine up from sportsman’s warehouse for $179 Can’t wait to go try it out, maybe tomorrow after my honeydew list

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Congratulations on the new gun, and thanks for watching

[@411adaptivegolf]

I'm currently setting up a black aces tactical smax for turkey! Put a carlsons .665 choke, 18.5 in barrel and 50 yards is my max with the long beard xr ammo! Covers a 10x10 paper pretty good!

[@411adaptivegolf]

Want someone to put a longer barrel off another Turkish import on one of these 18 barrel ones!

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

I ordered a Carlson turkey tube yesterday to do some testing with. Thank you for watching glad to hear yours is doing well out to 50 yards.

[@CaptainIanFace]

Picked one of these up at a sportsman's warehouse for $199, on sale from $249. That KYgunco deal looks good, but I don't have a local shop and FFL transfer fees around here get ridiculous. The biggest difference is mine only came with the modified choke (as advertised by S.W., I was never expecting 3 chokes) I'm happy with what I paid for what I got. It seems like a solid shotgun and I can shoot anything from shot to slugs through the modified choke so I'm good with it. For $200 a 18.5" that takes choke tubes and has a pic rail for a flashlight is amazing.

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

In looking at these online I think it kind of has to do with who the importer of the gun was, as to what chokes you received with the gun. Mine was imported by chiappa I would be interested to know if yours was also imported by chiappa or some other importer. I know these have been brought into the country by several different importers overtime. Thanks for watching I've yet to get to shoot mine but I'm looking forward to doing it.

[@snaponsocksdotcom3360]

You can shoot all that through a full choke also.

[@melodymakermark]

Mine came from the same importer. No choke tubes though, just the wrench.

[@brentforeman3439]

Got mine today - YEAH! Like the chokes, it looks a lot better than my standard old Mav 88. Seen mixed reviews on the quality of this gun - if it holds up as good as the Mav 88 I'll be happy.

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Yeah I hope mine holds up as well. Thanks for watching

[@HillbillyMusings]

Slick looking shotgun. I like the colors

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Yeah I'm pleased with it so far, of course I haven't shot it yet. They're about to work me to death. Ain't had time to do much. Except spend the extra money I'm making! LOL

[@HillbillyMusings]

@@HamiltonOutdoors money is for spending!! And firearms are an investment 😀

[@jeffreyrobertson7652]

Nice pump shotgun Rob Really like the looks of it can’t wait to see the shooting video Stay Safe My Friend

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Thanks Jeff I appreciate you watching

[@williambowden1509]

That’s a nice Looking shotgun . Not bad for the price.

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

If it shoots well and is durable it will be a outstanding buy. Thanks for watching

[@melodymakermark]

I bought this gun on Black Friday 2021 from Sportsmen’s Warehouse for $179.99. Mine is all black. Mine did not come with chokes, just the wrench. I’ll have to see if this was in error. I believe the ad stated “accepts Benelli chokes” but didn’t say they came with the gun. Anyway, this is my first pump shotgun, and it’s intended use is home defense. I added a UTG flashlight to the pic rail. As I said, first pump gun I’ve ever owned. I’d been thinking a Mossberg, but at less than half the price, this one looked worth a shot, and my initial impression is very positive. I bought a couple boxes of 2 3/4” #5 shot. Looking forward to taking it out.

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Yes from what I understand only the tactical gray came with the choke set.

[@shawncarpenter6251]

Thanks for the video. I just picked up a 301 tactical and I appreciate the review. Hopefully mine works out ok. Just curious if you had a lot of play in the slide action? My foregrip seems loose and rattles around from left to right, just not sure if that’s normal?this is my first gun and is for home defense for my family. I don’t recall the one on display feeling so loose, mine was brand new in the box.

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

That's not uncommon for the slide handle of a pump action shotgun to rattle around a little bit. It has to be kind of loose in order to slide to its reward position without binding up. Still have mine sitting in there in the gun safe. Still one of my favorite shotguns

[@shawncarpenter6251]

Ok thanks so much I appreciate your reply and you have good informative videos👍

[@NYJJ99]

I got the same shotgun but didn’t come with the choke tubes set. (Black box) Unless they forgot it... 🤔 Sportsman’s Warehouse I got it from. I also looked on the Kentucky gun company and they have the shotgun listed. CD 301 but nothing about the choke box included. I do notice something about modified choke (on Sportsman’s warehouse) it mentions but not on the Kentucky gun company one.

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Yes the Kentucky gun company ad does not say that it has interchangeable chokes. I actually watch the only video on KZbin at the time on the gun. In which the guy demonstrated said nothing about the gun. I messaged him and asked him if his definitely came with interchangeable chokes. And he assured me his did. I do know a couple other of my viewers have purchased the 301 from Kentucky gun company and there's all came with the choke tubes.

[@NYJJ99]

@@HamiltonOutdoors Thanks for the response. I may return mine then. I believe that’s a deal breaker. I emailed Sportsman’s Warehouse to find out what they say.. Do you think it’s that big of a deal? I didn’t see the video until after my purchase otherwise I would’ve got the gray

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

@@NYJJ99 did you buy the one with the black one with black furniture? Cuz I do not believe the black one comes with interchangeable chokes. The only one I can say definitely is the tactical gray model.

[@NYJJ99]

@@HamiltonOutdoors That may be the difference. It’s the black one.. The gray doesn’t say it comes with it either though. 🤔

[@joespeno51]

great video !

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Thanks for watching

[@steven3379]

Nice ! I still need to shoot my Iver Johnson HP18... probably will take it apart, check it before . I too am curious what the difference in pattern looks like! Keep the videos coming, good stuff!

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

LOL I know what that's like I've yet to shoot the citadel PAT, haven't had time. I put in 34 hours overtime this pay period. Thanks for watching

[@steven3379]

@@HamiltonOutdoors Wow...that's a bunch of overtime! ...👍

[@billsummy2412]

Looks awesome pard :)

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Yeah if it's any good, it will be kind of what I've been looking for in a short barrel shotgun. The ability to be more flexible. Thanks for watching bill

[@atumre4705]

Nice Shotgun.

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Yeah I'm kinda liking it, but I really like all shotguns. Kinda a weakness of mine. Thanks for watching

[@snaponsocksdotcom3360]

I have one, put a full choke and scope on it. Works well. Its my coyote gun.

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

That's awesome thanks for watching

[@357bullfrog9]

I got a Charles Daly field 12 gauge auto about 10 years ago. You think the new parts will fit my old one? Mines made in turkey

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Not sure bullfrog

[@leojagawaga6481]

Got mine no choke tubes ?

[@Cameraman148]

Nice! Are you and Boomstick having a Contest to see who gets the Most Gunzs ?LOL Good Purchase !

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Boomstick will win that one hands down, my firearms budget for the year is near depletion! LOL thanks for watching Bill

[@Numbers2Read]

Just bought this weapon. First shotgun and could not figure out how to assemble. Thanks

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Thanks for watching

[@gregb6469]

Ever get it put together right?

[@Numbers2Read]

@gregb6469 Yes, I did. Thanks for asking. Love this shotgun. Its really well made. Lightweight. It's just perfect. Thanks again

[@seaboss17]

Hello. Do you still have this 301? If you do, how is it holding up? Any issues with it? Thank you.

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Still have it and no issues so far

[@seaboss17]

Thank you for the quick reply.

[@NicklisFamilyAdventures]

That's a nice looking shot gun. I may have to go look for one of those. How you liking it ?

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

So far I'm really liking it, I appreciate you watching if you can find a good deal on one they're definitely worth it

[@emmabangert3394]

My son has a 301 tactical pump action and while cleaning he pump it by accident and now it is caught up on the o rings and can't relase to disassemble how do you fix it

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

I don't know what o-rings you are speaking about. That I'm aware of there are no o-rings in the 301.

[@vedq5TVvideo]

I just bought one cool

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Thanks for watching

[@94Cavscout]

I keep seeing everyone who buys these gets them extra choke tubes but mine didn’t I bought it brand new from modern sportsman champlin mn. I think I got jipped.

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

I think the one in tactical grey was the only one with the choke set. I have had others who bought the black version tell me theirs only came with 1 tube

[@joetaylor8687]

Picked up one at Sportsman's Warehouse the other day. It doesn't have the two extra choke tubes, the white on the sight, or the same finish . . . but it is a 301. Lots of oil on these things . . . very "industrial" manufacturing and quality. Hopefully it's reliable and reasonably efficient, though.

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Yeah I have to try to get time to shoot mine. Congratulations on the new gun, hope it serves you well and thanks for watching

[@doughnuts6801234]

Did yours come with the pistole grip says it does online

[@joetaylor8687]

@@doughnuts6801234 Nope, no pistol grip on mine . . . just a standard stock.

[@michaelhedgepeth5106]

Nice 👍❗

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Thanks for watching

[@davonbrackett9521]

Can i switch out the 14" barrel from the honcho with this model??

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

I would advise against that even if it would work. Because in doing so you would probably make it a class 3 firearm. Shotguns are limited to a 18-in barrel length to be legal. By putting the 14 inch barrel on this firearm you would be creating a class 3 firearm, which would be a federal offense and a felony. So even if it would work I wouldn't do it.

[@ronaldbobeck1026]

I am guessing it will not rust. Lite gun wt. Is good for us older dudes. For Air Force Security Policeman. We had the Stevens M37. In Vietnam.

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

This gun with the nickel finish should be fairly impervious to corrosion. These guns were originally made with a nickel finish. To be used in more Marine environments around saltwater. Thanks for watching

[@Mike-hr7lr]

Are these any good for dove hunting??

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

I think the fact that it has interchangeable chokes would make it a good gun for dove hunting. Would be light and quick to swing on target.

[@Mike-hr7lr]

@@HamiltonOutdoors yea because I the local store has one here for sale and was wondering if it was good. Thanks for the info

[@oliverbrowne3006]

Is this Gun made in Turkey?

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Yes

[@toyman81]

Where can you purchase this shotgun?

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

www.kygunco.com/

[@Alixxusa]

Will you do a cleaning video on this? Oil her up for a first time Charles Daly owner

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

I will try to get around to doing that

[@Alixxusa]

@@HamiltonOutdoors I'd really appreciate that. What tools you use and oils you prefer. Would be doing us first time owners a real courtsey 🙏🏻

[@joeltowle2737]

Is it a Winchester clone?

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

No it's actually copied after a Beretta single shot shotgun

[@Juno_Beach]

you bought this instead of a Maverick 88 ?

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Well at the time I bought this I couldn't find a Maverick 88. Plus this has the option of interchangeable choke tubes in the short barrel the 88 doesn't

[@andywilson8698]

Does it take 3 in shells?

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Yes it shoots 3 inch magnums

[@paulbearer8215]

Shoots them.. But wont cycle them.

[@jasonwillmott5131]

Is that the nickel version?

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Yes thanks for watching

[@jasonwillmott5131]

@@HamiltonOutdoors np been looking for a review on that model been looking at getting one how does it shoot

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

@@jasonwillmott5131 it had issues. If you watch some of the other videos I done on it you can see what was going on with it. I sent it back and they are going to replace it.

[@homelessman3483]

What about the 601? Anyone have one? They're semi auto and 200$

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

I have seen that on Kentucky gun company. I had seriously thought about getting one.

[@homelessman3483]

@@HamiltonOutdoors Yeah man they have them Vances and a few other stores near me all around 200-250$ I keep seeing people with the 601 dps (the m1014 clone) but cant find reviews for the stock one im seeing in the shop.. I may just pick it up and trade it off if i cant get it to run smooth.

[@plumcrazypreston2797]

Chiappa = (KEY-oppuh) = Italian gun firm

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Thanks for watching I appreciate it

[@forestfinegan2398]

LOOKS LIKE A PIECE OF CHEAP CRAP

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Actually it's a good shotgun

[@357bullfrog9]

I got a Charles Daly field 12 gauge auto about 10 years ago. You think the new parts will fit my old one? Mines made in turkey

[@HamiltonOutdoors]

Probably typically they don't change their designs a whole lot.