Charles Daly Chiappa 601 930.204Pt 12 28 Trutimber

The Charles Daly Chiappa 601 is a gas-operated semi-automatic shotgun built for hunters who need a reliable, modern 12-gauge that handles fast follow-up shots and adapts to different hunting scenarios. This 28-inch-barreled model comes dressed in TrueTimber Prairie camo, pairing practical fieldcraft with a professional flat dark earth finish on the receiver and barrel. At 7.2 lbs and 48.25 inches overall, it balances maneuverability in tight cover with enough heft to manage recoil—a genuine working gun, not a range toy.

Gas operation keeps things simple and reliable: the rotary bolt design cycles cleanly, and the magazine-tube feed system gives you 4+1 capacity for most hunting situations. Beretta/Benelli-pattern chokes (MC-3 ICMF standard) let you swap tubes for ducks, pheasants, turkey, or upland birds without buying a different barrel. The fixed fiber optic front sight gets you on target quickly in low light, and the manual safety sits where your thumb naturally falls.

Comfort matters on a long hunt: the checkered synthetic stock and forend in TrueTimber Prairie won't slip in wet conditions, and the aluminum receiver with steel barrel keeps weight reasonable without sacrificing durability. The receiver is grooved for a scope mount if you want to run optics. Auto-ejection means spent hulls launch clear, speeding your reload when seconds count.

Key Features

• Gas-operated semi-automatic with rotary bolt for reliable cycling
• 28-inch barrel threaded for Beretta/Benelli Mobil chokes (MC-3 ICMF)
• 4+1 magazine tube capacity
• Fixed fiber optic front sight for fast target acquisition
• TrueTimber Prairie camo stock and forend with checkering for grip
• Flat dark earth Cerakote finish on receiver and barrel
• Aluminum receiver, steel barrel construction
• Manual safety
• Scope mount grooves on receiver
• Auto-ejection

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What chokes come with the Charles Daly Chiappa 601?

The shotgun ships with MC-3 ICMF chokes (Beretta/Benelli Mobil standard), letting you swap tubes to match your hunting application without changing barrels.

Is this shotgun suitable for duck and upland hunting?

Yes. The 28-inch barrel, interchangeable choke system, and reliable gas operation make it versatile across waterfowl, pheasant, quail, and other upland pursuits. TrueTimber Prairie camo works well in many environments, and the 4+1 capacity gives you follow-up shots when needed.

Can I mount a scope on the Chiappa 601?

The receiver is grooved for scope mounting, so you can attach optics if your hunting style calls for them.

What is the weight and is it comfortable to carry all day?

At 7.2 lbs, the Chiappa 601 is reasonably light for a 12-gauge semi-auto, and the checkered synthetic stock provides secure grip even in wet conditions. Most hunters find it manageable for a full day in the field.