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Thanks to Parshal over at the Snipershide forum for the idea for this test. Quick Anneal case annealer "Test 2" is test anneal same case 3 times to see if there are any major changes or to find the average time for annealing. Sample size 5. Federal brass 223 rem Results - Percentage (time) Case 1 54% (3.7) 53% (3.9) 52% (3.7) Case 2 54% (3.7) 53% (3.7) 53% (3.7) Case 3 54% (3.5) 53% (3.4) 53% (3.4) Case 4 54% (3.8) 53% (3.8) 52% (3.6) Case 5 53% (3.8) 53% (3.8) 53% (3.8) Averages - Case 1 - 53%, 3.7666666 seconds Case 2 - 53.333%, 3.7 seconds Case 3 - 53.333%, 3.433 seconds Case 4 - 53%, 3.733 seconds Case 5 - 53%, 3.8 seconds Averages for all combined - Percentage - 53.133333% Time - 3.686666 seconds Doesn't seem like the cases were ruined and likely are still usable but I cannot be certain. For safety reasons, you should probably discard the cases if you conduct a multiple "test anneal" function.

Quick Anneal case annealer Test is a simple sample size 1 of PPU 223 Rem brass. Test anneal, size , test anneal, to see if any changes occur. I may do repeat this test but using a full length sizing die instead of a Lee collet die to see if any changes occur. Results - Test Anneal - 49%, 4.7 seconds Test Anneal after sizing with Lee collet die - 49% 5.1 seconds Can't formulate a solid conclusion from a sample size of 1, but something to note is that if you're the type to anneal, size, anneal, that your anneal time will potentially require adjustments.

Some people may have issues loading 7 rounds into a Beretta 1301 magazine tube and the reason can be one of two things. 1. Your rounds are too long; Unfired shell lengths anywhere from 2.155" to 2.450" for 2.75in shells and 2.405" to 2.760" for 3in shells is considered in spec. Note that the shortest in spec unfired 3" fold crimp shell is equivalent to the max length of an unfired in spec 2.75in shell fold crimp shell. The roll crimp shells are likely the reason why you won't be able to fit 7rds into the magazine tube as it is somewhat mimicking shorter 3" shells. The fired hull lengths is what determines whether a shell is a 2 3/4 or 3 inch shell. For more information about lengths of ammo for 12ga, see page 20 of the SAAMI specifications https://saami.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/ANSI-SAAMI-Z299.2-Shotshell-2015-R2019-Approved-2019-04-23.pdf SAAMI specs below - 2 3/4" cartridges is - 2.405" (tolerance -0.25") folded (star) 2.45" (tolerance -0.25") rolled 2.760" (tolerance - 0.100") uncrimped (fired) 3" cartridges is - 2.655" (tolerance -0.25") folded (star) 2.760" (tolerance -0.25") rolled 3.010" (tolerance -0.100") uncrimped (fired) 2. You have the "Cap for Cross Magazine Tube 1301/A400/A391 12 Ga" in the magazine tube. Remove it as it's not necessary. All this plastic spring cap does is prevent the spring from flying into your face or eyeballs when removing the end cap; well that and reduces the amount of space inside the magazine tube. Reinstall either your aluminum Nordic end cap (or other brand) or the new "Gen 3" plastic shroud/cap/cover without the spring cap. Just be aware that future disassembly will result in the spring "springing" out and hold onto the cap otherwise the cap will be launched into the air. https://estore.beretta.com/en-eu/cap-for-cross-magazine-tube-1301-a400-a391-12-ga/ Beretta part #C59944

This is a demonstration of twin loading/load two from a side saddle, also called "tactical twins." (Note: I did not coin the term nor did I come up with this technique. Demonstrated on Beretta 1301 Tactical with a pro style lifter, Aridus Industries QDC side saddle, the single shell caddy (by ejection port) is a RCI Xtra Shell caddy, mounted with MLOK and some velcro to prevent rotation. The technique isn't shotgun dependent however, a good side saddle that retains shells "brass down" reliably under recoil is recommended. Practice and refining this technique to fit you and the way your body moves is also recommended.

Ghost loading Beretta 1301 (Tactical or Comp) with a pro style lifter (Beretta Part #C7C940 for the 1301 Tactical/3" Receivers A400 Xplor, Xcel, Upland, Lite, A300 Outlander; Part #C7C121 for the 1301 Comp/3.5" receivers A400 Xtreme, Xtreme+, Xplor 3.5, A350 Xtreme) is possible. 𝐀 𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐞: 𝐔𝐒 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐬 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 (𝐓𝐌 𝟏𝟎𝟔𝟗𝟖𝐀-𝟏𝟎/𝟏) 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝟏𝟎𝟏𝟒 (𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢 𝐌𝟒) 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐠𝐮𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 "𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐋𝐨𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠," 𝐨𝐧 𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝟐𝟒. 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐲 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐠𝐮𝐧 (𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬𝐧'𝐭 𝐚 𝐁𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐚 𝟏𝟑𝟎𝟏)? Generally speaking, ghost loading works for most semi-automatic, tube magazine fed shotguns. You should always confirm with your particular firearm at the range. This may work for this particular 1301 and not for your shotgun. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐠𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐝? Ghost loading is a type of administrative loading procedure for maximum shotgun capacity beyond stated maximum capacity. You set up the ghost load with the chamber round in preparation for use (normally with self defense in mind, however it can be done for hunting or PRIOR to the start of a stage in competition - check the rules and regulations for both of those). So instead of starting with 8 rounds total (7 in tube +1 in chamber), you have 9 rounds to start off with. 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 is to maintain capacity if you set your shotgun in "cruiser ready" (also known as patrol ready) which is a full mag, nothing in the chamber, hammer down, safety on or off (depends on the firearm). For this example, this would be 7 rounds in the magazine tube only. The procedure for use would then be to hit the shell release button (which feeds a round from the magazine tube), cycle the action, safety off then fire. Ghost loading for cruiser ready, you skip the chamber round and load the ghost round. This essentially maintains 7+1 except it has a potential safety benefit of not having a round in the chamber since your theoretical chamber round is simply sitting on the lifter. The procedure for use would be cycle the action (pull charging handle back and let go), safety off and fire, thus skipping the step of pressing the shell release button. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐚 𝐠𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 - This isn't something that is done after you shoot empty (run dry) and need to load as fast as possible to continue shooting (aka speed reload, emergency reload) nor is it done when you need to "top off" the magazine mid stage or during a lull in a fight as it is way too slow. 00:00 Disclaimer 00:30 Load procedure 01:50 Test Function Do this at your own risk.

Beretta 1301 (Tactical or Comp), possibly A300 or A400 applicable as well lifter disassembly and assembly for repair or replacement.