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Posted: 5/12/2022 9:28:49 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: You got a smoking deal on that package! Congrats! It was way too good to pass up. Should be here tomorrow I’ll post some pics when it’s in hand. Suppressor adapter shipped too. |
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Posted: 5/15/2022 6:46:49 PM EST
[#2]
This thing ran like a top with federal bulk pack. What a fun gun!! Shooting clays is great.
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Posted: 5/15/2022 8:31:45 PM EST
[#3]
Quote HistoryQuoted: This thing ran like a top with federal bulk pack. What a fun gun!! Shooting clays is great. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/243189/1A0DB788-3E0A-4744-BBF8-9B6195CE802A-2385332.jpg I hate you, but meant in a respectful way 
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Posted: 5/15/2022 8:46:27 PM EST
[#4]
Quote HistoryQuoted: This thing ran like a top with federal bulk pack. What a fun gun!! Shooting clays is great. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/243189/1A0DB788-3E0A-4744-BBF8-9B6195CE802A-2385332.jpg 
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Posted: 5/16/2022 11:42:01 AM EST
[#5]
Quote HistoryQuoted: This thing ran like a top with federal bulk pack. What a fun gun!! Shooting clays is great. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/243189/1A0DB788-3E0A-4744-BBF8-9B6195CE802A-2385332.jpg my SOT buddy took a setup like that to his local shotgun range (Prado). He was out there for just a couple minutes before range staff came out and kicked him off the range. You'd think they'd like quieter shotguns on the range 
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Posted: 5/16/2022 2:30:31 PM EST
[#6]
Quote HistoryQuoted: my SOT buddy took a setup like that to his local shotgun range (Prado). He was out there for just a couple minutes before range staff came out and kicked him off the range. You'd think they'd like quieter shotguns on the range Weird. It’s definitely not quiet with birdshot to me but it’s not painful either. I was just impressed it ran so well. Love the balance of this gun. |
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Posted: 6/11/2022 3:46:49 PM EST
[#7]
Finally got one in the flavor I was after. Man, that a real hunt to find. These things in some configurations are hen's teeth. Very grateful for having found it.
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Posted: 6/11/2022 4:47:28 PM EST
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Finally got one in the flavor I was after. Man, that a real hunt to find. These things in some configurations are hen's teeth. Very grateful for having found it. Which config? I'm holding out for a 21" Comp version in olive green. Never seen one yet. |
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Posted: 6/11/2022 4:53:11 PM EST
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The extension mag tube seemed cheap as hell to me and I hated how the internal tube prevents easy replacement with something more durable. The mag tube clamp was also dubious in terms of "plastic" quality.
 Beretta does the Microsoft "no longer support" thing too. No longer "support" the cracking slide Tomcat's. Won't even let you pay for replacement. Told me to "retire" the Tomcat.
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Posted: 6/11/2022 4:54:34 PM EST
[#10]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Which config? I'm holding out for a 21" Comp version in olive green. Never seen one yet. That 21 Comp in green looks sweet. Man, like a hole in my foot  , but maybe I need another as a spare. |
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Posted: 6/13/2022 7:40:43 PM EST
[#11]
Does anyone know if the Magpul stock matches the color of the FDE Beretta?
I’m also looking for suggestions on an optic and mount. Thanks.  Attached File |
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Posted: 6/13/2022 7:45:59 PM EST
[#12]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Does anyone know if the Magpul stock matches the color of the FDE Beretta? I’m also looking for suggestions on an optic and mount. Thanks. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/196752/07F07FA6-F2AC-4A2C-BD88-0D6288568E93_jpe-2417408.JPG Beretta's webshop usually has the Aridus CROM mount for the T2 |
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Posted: 6/13/2022 8:09:48 PM EST
[#13]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Beretta's webshop usually has the Aridus CROM mount for the T2 Thanks. Does that one mount low enough for a lower 1/3 cowitness? Edit. Never mind I read the description. |
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Posted: 6/14/2022 5:24:55 AM EST
[#14]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Does anyone know if the Magpul stock matches the color of the FDE Beretta? I’m also looking for suggestions on an optic and mount. Thanks. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/196752/07F07FA6-F2AC-4A2C-BD88-0D6288568E93_jpe-2417408.JPG @Lungbuster It definitely doesn't, I might have a picture somewhere of when I had the FDE stock on it. I'll look I switched to the black stock and handguard. Edit, found them  Attached File Attached File |
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Posted: 6/14/2022 9:34:43 AM EST
[#15]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Thanks. Does that one mount low enough for a lower 1/3 cowitness? Edit. Never mind I read the description. For reference, the CROM name is an acronym for Co-witness Ready Optic Mount. |
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Posted: 6/14/2022 9:45:46 AM EST
[#16]
Quote HistoryQuoted: @Lungbuster It definitely doesn't, I might have a picture somewhere of when I had the FDE stock on it. I'll look I switched to the black stock and handguard. Edit, found them https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/493545/20210902_192609_jpg-2417738.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/493545/20211004_232615_jpg-2417739.JPG Damn. That sucks. I like the two-tone black/FDE look of yours. How did it look with the FDE hand guard still on? |
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Posted: 6/14/2022 9:46:33 AM EST
[#17]
Quote HistoryQuoted: For reference, the CROM name is an acronym for Co-witness Ready Optic Mount. Thanks. Here I was thinking it was a reference to Conan’s god.
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Posted: 6/14/2022 11:13:26 AM EST
[#18]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Damn. That sucks. I like the two-tone black/FDE look of yours. How did it look with the FDE hand guard still on? Black stock and the standard FDE handguard? I don't have a picture of it, but sometime this week or weekend I can throw the stock handguard back on and take a picture for you if you would like. |
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Posted: 6/14/2022 5:07:32 PM EST
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Every local dealer I check with says these are unobtanium
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Posted: 6/14/2022 7:17:41 PM EST
[#20]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Black stock and the standard FDE handguard? I don't have a picture of it, but sometime this week or weekend I can throw the stock handguard back on and take a picture for you if you would like. I’d appreciate it (if you have the time).. It probably wouldn’t look as good without the black hand guard. @Yumago |
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Posted: 6/15/2022 4:54:10 PM EST
[#21]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Every local dealer I check with says these are unobtanium I received a Grab a Gun back in stock notice today for the 24" Comp. |
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Posted: 6/30/2022 5:58:42 AM EST
[#22]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I’d appreciate it (if you have the time).. It probably wouldn’t look as good without the black hand guard. @Yumago Haven't forgot about you @Lungbuster been busy. I have the gun at home and all that. Going to try and do it today or tomorrow. |
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Posted: 6/30/2022 6:11:11 AM EST
[#23]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Nordic plus 2 and Aridus. Best shotgun on the planet. I have owned them all. Amazing shotgun. Super fast and reliable. The bolt handle is pure garbage though. Flimsy plastic that does not match the rest of the shotgun. Why they cheaped out there is beyond me. |
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Posted: 6/30/2022 6:34:46 AM EST
[#24]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Haven't forgot about you @Lungbuster been busy. I have the gun at home and all that. Going to try and do it today or tomorrow. @Yumago I appreciate it brother but don't worry about it. I have the black stock being shipped to me from GG&G so I'll be able to see what it looks like soon anyways. Now I just need to find the black handguard in stock somewhere and this project will be complete.... maybe. |
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Posted: 6/30/2022 8:14:24 AM EST
[#25]
Quote HistoryQuoted: @Yumago I appreciate it brother but don't worry about it. I have the black stock being shipped to me from GG&G so I'll be able to see what it looks like soon anyways. Now I just need to find the black handguard in stock somewhere and this project will be complete.... maybe. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Haven't forgot about you @Lungbuster been busy. I have the gun at home and all that. Going to try and do it today or tomorrow. @Yumago I appreciate it brother but don't worry about it. I have the black stock being shipped to me from GG&G so I'll be able to see what it looks like soon anyways. Now I just need to find the black handguard in stock somewhere and this project will be complete.... maybe. Aridus has the black handguard in stock - probably won't last long https://www.aridusindustries.com/products/1301hga-blk/ @Lungbuster |
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Posted: 6/30/2022 8:20:18 AM EST
[#26]
Thanks Spacejunk. Ordered.
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Posted: 6/30/2022 8:23:24 AM EST
[#27]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Every local dealer I check with says these are unobtanium Showing as in stock here. YMMV. https://www.bereli.com/shooting/beretta-1301-tactical-shotgun-w-pistol-grip-mag-extention/?aff=6 |
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Posted: 6/30/2022 8:56:05 AM EST
[#28]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Thanks Spacejunk. Ordered. Enjoy your 1301 Had an employee range day over the weekend, put over 60 slugs through mine. It can definitely empty very quickly. A coworker of mine shot it and is now looking into getting one 
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Posted: 6/30/2022 6:27:15 PM EST
[#29]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Enjoy your 1301 Had an employee range day over the weekend, put over 60 slugs through mine. It can definitely empty very quickly. A coworker of mine shot it and is now looking into getting one Thanks. Once the hand guard is put on I think it will be complete. I may play around with chokes, I like using #4 buck and Hevishot T for hunting foxes and coyotes. I picked up 10 boxes of Fed Fligh Control 00. I’ll play around with that too. |
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Posted: 6/30/2022 9:03:21 PM EST
[#30]
Quote HistoryQuoted: The bolt handle is pure garbage though. Flimsy plastic that does not match the rest of the shotgun. Why they cheaped out there is beyond me. |
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Posted: 6/30/2022 9:17:41 PM EST
[#31]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Thanks. Once the hand guard is put on I think it will be complete. I may play around with chokes, I like using #4 buck and Hevishot T for hunting foxes and coyotes. I picked up 10 boxes of Fed Fligh Control 00. I’ll play around with that too. My only problem with the handguard is how smooth it is. I put some grip tape on it for a temporary fix, I need to find someone to stipple it. |
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Posted: 7/7/2022 11:23:15 AM EST
[#32]
Mine:
 Attached FileThanks for the help and suggestions everyone. I have to slightly raise my head to see through the optic. I’m not sure if I want to get a cheek riser for the stock or buy the CROM mount and hope that lowers it enough. |
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Posted: 7/7/2022 11:30:16 AM EST
[#33]
Quote HistoryQuoted: My only problem with the handguard is how smooth it is. I put some grip tape on it for a temporary fix, I need to find someone to stipple it. I haven’t shot mine yet since I put the new handguard and stock on but that might be a good idea. I already stole your black/FDE “look”.. @Yumago |
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Posted: 7/7/2022 2:07:48 PM EST
[#34]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I haven’t shot mine yet since I put the new handguard and stock on but that might be a good idea. I already stole your black/FDE “look”.. @Yumago Seems like I am one of the only Black/FDE people out there so glad you are joining me
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Posted: 7/7/2022 2:35:37 PM EST
[#35]
I’m starting to think the mossy 940 is the better investment at this point.
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Posted: 7/7/2022 5:07:37 PM EST
[#36]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I'm starting to think the mossy 940 is the better investment at this point. I'm blessed to have both (actually, I just bought a second, spare 1301 ), and I kinda consider them to be different animals. We have the JM930 Tactical Class with Mesa Tactical stock, and IMHO it's just a bigger, heavier, seemingly more overbuilt machine as compared to the 1301, with in my mind importantly a larger capacity - my 930 is either 9+1 or 10+1 with its factory tube (I can never remember which). IMO the 1301 is super light, streamlined, and it points so intuitively it's uncanny. It feels tiny compared to the 930, but the 930 does have a longer barrel. I have not yet truly abused either, and with the 1301 I gotta admit, from all that I'm reading, one can get by for a long ass time without having to clean it while it still stays reliable. Its piston apparently has a flexible sleeve like structure that supposedly almost self cleans. But I dunno if "flexible" might possibly mean subject to breakdown or degradation of the years - I just don't know. On the other hand, the 930 is supposed to be cleaned like every 200-500 rounds, depending upon whose opinion and review you're reading. I understand the JM versions have the nickel boron coated gas piston, which might take it to even a higher round count before cleaning is needed, but I still need to test this myself. |
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Posted: 7/8/2022 7:52:34 AM EST
[#37]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Mine: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/196752/ADFCD340-33A0-4F94-B9E3-A8519C21C304_jpe-2444565.JPG Thanks for the help and suggestions everyone. I have to slightly raise my head to see through the optic. I’m not sure if I want to get a cheek riser for the stock or buy the CROM mount and hope that lowers it enough. The factory rail mounts every optic too high for that comb height. The CROM removes the factory rail and rear sight and sits the optic right down on the receiver, lowering the optic window to be right about where the rear sight sits now. That is the whole point of the CROM. |
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Posted: 7/8/2022 7:55:43 AM EST
[#38]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I’m starting to think the mossy 940 is the better investment at this point. I haven't seen a 940 in the wild yet. I have seen probably more 1301s in class than maybe anyone but Tom Givens (and even then I'm not sure) and I can count on one hand the number of problems i've seen. And even then, some of those problems were user induced or because they bought a package from a company that included a part that didn't work well like those Nordic magazine followers that hang up in the magazine tube or can get spit back into the receiver if the shell stop/release latch isn't set up to work with it. I'll stick with the 1301. |
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Posted: 7/8/2022 8:26:20 AM EST
[#39]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I'm blessed to have both (actually, I just bought a second, spare 1301 ), and I kinda consider them to be different animals. We have the JM930 Tactical Class with Mesa Tactical stock, and IMHO it's just a bigger, heavier, seemingly more overbuilt machine as compared to the 1301, with in my mind importantly a larger capacity - my 930 is either 9+1 or 10+1 with its factory tube (I can never remember which). IMO the 1301 is super light, streamlined, and it points so intuitively it's uncanny. It feels tiny compared to the 930, but the 930 does have a longer barrel. I have not yet truly abused either, and with the 1301 I gotta admit, from all that I'm reading, one can get by for a long ass time without having to clean it while it still stays reliable. Its piston apparently has a flexible sleeve like structure that supposedly almost self cleans. But I dunno if "flexible" might possibly mean subject to breakdown or degradation of the years - I just don't know. On the other hand, the 930 is supposed to be cleaned like every 200-500 rounds, depending upon whose opinion and review you're reading. I understand the JM versions have the nickel boron coated gas piston, which might take it to even a higher round count before cleaning is needed, but I still need to test this myself. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I'm starting to think the mossy 940 is the better investment at this point. I'm blessed to have both (actually, I just bought a second, spare 1301 ), and I kinda consider them to be different animals. We have the JM930 Tactical Class with Mesa Tactical stock, and IMHO it's just a bigger, heavier, seemingly more overbuilt machine as compared to the 1301, with in my mind importantly a larger capacity - my 930 is either 9+1 or 10+1 with its factory tube (I can never remember which). IMO the 1301 is super light, streamlined, and it points so intuitively it's uncanny. It feels tiny compared to the 930, but the 930 does have a longer barrel. I have not yet truly abused either, and with the 1301 I gotta admit, from all that I'm reading, one can get by for a long ass time without having to clean it while it still stays reliable. Its piston apparently has a flexible sleeve like structure that supposedly almost self cleans. But I dunno if "flexible" might possibly mean subject to breakdown or degradation of the years - I just don't know. On the other hand, the 930 is supposed to be cleaned like every 200-500 rounds, depending upon whose opinion and review you're reading. I understand the JM versions have the nickel boron coated gas piston, which might take it to even a higher round count before cleaning is needed, but I still need to test this myself. I’m at roughly 6k -7k rounds with my 1301 with no issues. Mostly bird with a fair amount of slugs (both standard and low recoil Remington law enforcement) and maybe 100 rounds of various buck. I abuse the poor thing with little cleaning and pretty rough use and it hasn’t complained. Quick squirt of dry lube before a match seems to keep it happy. I don’t think my 1301 will outlast my m2 (it been used for 3 gun going on over a decade, and just keeps going) but both handle being shot fast and dirty really well. I’ve seen way to many mossburgs simply not run to put any faith in them. Their almost as bad as the box fed guns to keep running. Seems like there’s always someone cursing a mossy at a match. General sentiment is either they run or they don’t. It’s a coin flip if you get a good one. |
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Posted: 7/8/2022 10:28:27 AM EST
[#40]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I’ve seen way to many mossburgs simply not run to put any faith in them. Same here. I just sold my last one. I've never shot the 940, but if it's like the other Mossbergs..... |
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Posted: 7/8/2022 1:22:29 PM EST
[#41]
Quote HistoryQuoted: The factory rail mounts every optic too high for that comb height. The CROM removes the factory rail and rear sight and sits the optic right down on the receiver, lowering the optic window to be right about where the rear sight sits now. That is the whole point of the CROM. That’s in-line with what I’ve read about it. I may just go with the $12 cheek riser vs. the crom for now but that may change. I’ve been wanting to buy a T2 anyways. |
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Posted: 7/8/2022 4:42:53 PM EST
[#42]
I've never had my JM930 miss a beat. But I clean it after each range trip. Seems more than acceptable to me.
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Posted: 7/9/2022 8:20:40 AM EST
[#43]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I’m starting to think the mossy 940 is the better investment at this point. Mossberg's history speaks for itself, but they did do a couple cool things with the 940. Specifically the M-Lok barrel clamp and milled receiver. |
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Posted: 7/12/2022 4:46:43 AM EST
[#44]
Tag
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Posted: 7/13/2022 6:28:33 PM EST
[#45]
I've read through the thread but it's been a while - if I'm looking for my first 1301 (and really, first shotgun of any type), would the experts recommend fixed choke or no?
https://www.reddit.com/r/gundeals/comments/vxkof4/shotgun_beretta_1301_tactical_12ga_185_w/ popped up this morning - heck of a deal for the new Gen2 model, but comments say it is fixed choke. It would mainly be a range toy and MAYBE home defense. I'd like to try 3-gun at some point. The new Mossberg 940 Pro interests me, but think I'd stay with the tried and tested 1301 at this point. |
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Posted: 7/14/2022 10:06:59 AM EST
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Langdon doesn’t offer the black base model anymore and they don’t know if they will offer them again in the future. Boo. I’m not a fan of OD, FDE or the marine coat.
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Posted: 7/14/2022 1:18:24 PM EST
[#47]
GG&G now producing items for Langdon Tactical (optic mounts, forearm adapters, etc) and available on their website.
https://www.gggaz.com/beretta-1301-accessories.html |
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Posted: 7/14/2022 1:23:39 PM EST
[#48]
good on GG&G i have the aridus handgaurd and crom mount but they were difficult and more expensive than the GGG offerings.
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Posted: 7/14/2022 2:20:16 PM EST
[#49]
Does anyone know of a recoil reduction system that can be put on a 1301 tactical. I have looked and can't find anything other than butt stock pads.
The recoil doesn't bother me I am a big guy. The problem is my wife likes to shoot it but the recoil is hard on her. She is 5 foot 2 inches tall and weighs 100 lbs. Any info would be greatly appreciated. |
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Posted: 7/14/2022 2:25:09 PM EST
[#50]
Quote HistoryQuoted: GG&G now producing items for Langdon Tactical (optic mounts, forearm adapters, etc) and available on their website. https://www.gggaz.com/beretta-1301-accessories.html Well look at that! 
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