Beretta 1301 – Unloaded start with closed bolt

[Jan Serfontein]

Hi,

Just after some advice with regards to an unloaded start with a Beretta 1301. The carrier stop (Small silver button at the back of the carrier) – What is the most popular way to depress this to get the first round onto the carrier, before racking the bolt?

I have tried with using my weak hand, after loading the tube, but I am sure there is a better way of doing it. Any advise or guidance is greatly appreciated!

Thanks,

Jan

[Practical-Shotgun.com]

Hi Jan,

Many people pull the trigger as they rotate the gun up into the mount and then rack as they shoulder it.

Stephen

[Jan Serfontein]

Thanks! And that is allowed under the rules? Just don’t want to get into trouble for having a finger in the trigger guard while loading.

Cheers,

Jan

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