Savage’s New Stevens 301 Shotguns Offer Several .410 Turkey Hunting Solutions

These break-action single-shot smoothbores are light, handy, and affordable.

By The Editors | Published May 28, 2020 3:33 PM

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The Stevens 301 XP Turkey shotgun from Savage Arms. Savage Arms

The single-shot 301 XP Turkey Bottomlands. All 301 turkey guns come with iron sights as well as a rail for a red-dot optic. The XP models include a mounted, boresighted Tasco red-dot. *Savage Arms*

As ammunition makers continue to refine shotgun loads, the venerable .410 caliber has become popular for turkey hunters who appreciate the maneuverability and lightweight of the shotguns chambered for the skinny shells, and the light recoil of powerful and far-reaching TSS loads.

Savage Arms has introduced a dedicated gobbler gun perfect for the modern turkey hunter that is simple, yet feature rich.

The Stevens 301 Turkey is a light, fast-handling shotgun that’s perfect for those who appreciate the challenge of the .410.

“We built the 301 Turkey guns around Federal’s HEAVYWEIGHT TSS turkey loads,” says Jessica Treglia, Sr. Brand Manager at Savage Arms. “These shotguns are light, which makes them easy to hold still while you’re calling in birds. The 26-inch barrel produces a tight pattern, which allows hunters to take ethical shots at longer ranges. If you’re up to the challenge of hunting with a .410, you’ll love the 301 Turkey models.”

The 301 is also available in 12 and 20-gauge models and all use Win Choke pattern choke tubes, with an extra-full choke included.

All models include a bead sight that is compatible with TruGlo sight systems and a detachable optics rail. The XP models include a Tasco 1×30 red-dot sight mounted and boresighted from the factory. All models are priced under $240, and the models without a red-dot sight are just over $200, making the 301 an affordable option for almost any turkey hunter.

Stevens 301 Turkey Shotgun

The Stevens 301 Turkey is a single-shot, break action shotgun with a removable one-piece rail that makes it easy to equip with an optic, or you can use the front bead sight. The shotgun comes chambered for .410, as well as 12- and 20-gauge. All chamberings are available in Mossy Oak Bottomland and Obsession camouflage options.

Features:

Single-shot, break-action shotgun
Synthetic stock and fore-end with Mossy Oak Bottomland camo
26-inch barrel optimized for Federal Premium HEAVYWEIGHT TSS turkey loads
3-inch chamber
Swivel studs on stock and fore-end
Removable one-piece rail for optional optic or red dot
Bead sight compatible with TruGlo sight systems
Extra-full choke included (Win. choke pattern ½-32UN)
Manual hammer blocking safety

Stevens 301 Turkey Bottomland

The Stevens 301 Turkey shotgun in Bottomlands camo. — The Stevens 301 Turkey shotgun in Mossy Oak Bottomland camo from Savage Arms. It comes with a rail for mounting red-dot optics. *Savage Arms*

Chambering: .410, 12 gauge, 20 gauge
Stock: Mossy Oak Bottomland
Barrel Length: 26″
MSRP: $204

Stevens 301 Turkey Obsession

Chambering: .410, 12 gauge, 20 gauge
Stock: Mossy Oak Obsession
Barrel Length: 26-inch barrel
MSRP: $204

Stevens 301 Turkey XP

The Stevens 301 Turkey XP offers even more speed and precision with the addition of its Tasco 1×30 red dot optic. The optic comes mounted and boresighted. The shotgun comes chambered for .410, as well as 12- and 20-gauge. All chamberings are available in Mossy Oak Bottomland and Obsession camouflage options.

Features:

Single shot, break action shotgun
1×30 Tasco Red Dot Mounted & Boresighted
Synthetic stock and fore end with Mossy Oak Bottomland camo
26 inch barrel optimized for Federal Premium HEAVYWEIGHT TSS turkey loads
3 inch chamber
Swivel studs on stock and fore end
Removable one piece rail
Front bead sight
Extra full choke included (Win. Choke pattern ½ 32UN)
Manual hammer blocking safety

Stevens 301 Turkey XP Bottomland

The Stevens 301 XP Turkey shotgun in Bottomlands camo from Savage Arms. — The Stevens 301 Turkey XP shotgun in Mossy Oak Bottomland camo from Savage Arms. *Savage Arms*

Chambering: .410, 12 gauge, 20 gauge
Stock: Mossy Oak Bottomland
Barrel Length: 26″
MSRP: $239

Stevens 301 Turkey XP Obsession

Chambering: .410, 12 gauge, 20 gauge
Stock: Mossy Oak Obsession
Barrel Length: 26-inch barrel
MSRP: $239

Stevens 301 Turkey Thumbhole

For those who prefer the speed and functionality of a thumbhole stock, Savage has made the 301 available with a synthetic thumbhole stock. The 301 Turkey Thumbhole has an ambidextrous check riser, making it great for taking right- or left-handed shots. This model is only available in .410 bore.