The Charles Daly 601 12 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun (Charles Daly part no. 930.204) is a straightforward field gun built with a blued 28-inch vent rib barrel and a black synthetic stock. Made by Charles Daly, it runs a gas-operated action with a 3-inch chamber, giving it the versatility to handle dove, upland birds, and waterfowl alike. A brass bead front sight offers a simple, traditional reference for wing shooting, and a manual thumb safety keeps operation straightforward in the field. It ships with a broad five-choke selection to cover nearly any range a hunter might face. This 601 is a solid, no-frills choice for hunters who want a dependable 12 gauge autoloader without paying for camo or upgrades they do not need.

Key Specifications

• Chambered for 12 gauge, giving it broad ammunition availability and versatility.
• Accepts up to a 3-inch shell for flexibility across hunting loads.
• Features a 28-inch vent rib barrel for a long, steady sighting plane.
• Holds a 4-round capacity for a useful number of shots afield.
• Measures 48.5 inches overall, a standard length for a full-size field autoloader.
• Weighs approximately 7.1 pounds, manageable for a full day of hunting.
• Wears a brass bead front sight for a simple, traditional wing-shooting reference.
• Ships with a broad five-tube choke set: Full, Improved Cylinder, Improved Modified, Modified, and Skeet.
• Runs a gas-operated semi-auto action for reliable, low-maintenance cycling.
• Fitted with a manual thumb safety for straightforward operation.
• Barrel wears a blued finish over a black anodized receiver and black synthetic stock.

Frequently Asked Questions

What choke tubes come with this 601? It ships with a broad five-tube set covering Full, Improved Cylinder, Improved Modified, Modified, and Skeet chokes.

What sight does the gun use? A brass bead front sight is fitted for a simple, traditional wing-shooting reference.

What is the barrel length and chamber size? This model has a 28-inch vent rib barrel with a 3-inch chamber, suited to a wide range of 12 gauge loads.

Buy the Charles Daly 601 12 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun, 28-inch Barrel, Blued Synthetic

With five choke tubes included and a classic blued-and-black finish, this 601 is ready to cover dove fields, upland cover, and duck blinds alike. It is a dependable, no-nonsense autoloader built for hunters who value versatility over extras. Order it from our semi-auto shotguns lineup for fast, insured shipping to your local FFL.