How can I identify if my 1301 is an LE model?Originally Posted by Ben_G
It is a Gen 1.5 (I think) and seems to have no chokes, or threading for it.
How can I identify if my 1301 is an LE model?
It is a Gen 1.5 (I think) and seems to have no chokes, or threading for it.
"Well you know, it's a toolbox. You put the tools in for the job." Sam
the SKU/ Jcode should have that on the box. They ten to have "LE" in the code, and the label is literally blue. If that's gone, you should be able to look up the SN.
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The civilian market will not be able to purchase a non choke version. Will that change in the future?
How does a person who purchased a le version know if they are 922r compliant?
Im surprised a non compliant 922r woukd be available for LE personal purchase. Are LE exempt from 922r for personaly owned weapons? What about the officer who retires or leaves LE?
I'll wager you a PF dollar™ 😎
The lunatics are running the asylum
There are no current plans to further complicate the SKU proliferation of the 1301 that I'm aware of. It's of course possible the non-choke will be in line for commercial at some point in the future, but I have no information on if or when that'd be.
As for the 922r stuff, as I noted, that was general industry commentary on one of several reasons why LE SKUs going to anybody can be an issue. I'm not a lawyer, so I can't/won't evaluate different setups and their compliance, nor am I familiar with the underpinning mechanisms for LE 922r sales exemptions; I just know I've seen LE SKUs on the market from multiple MFGs that could not be done commercially due to 922r.
I'm not qualified enough in that area to become liable for telling someone how to evaluate the compliance of their personal gun for import restrictions. If you're concerned, speak to a lawyer or someone comfortable pretending to be one online. All I feel comfortable saying is that to the best of my understanding it "opens up a potential legal issue for ... consumers" . When I personally see a deal that I know is a steal and looks like a likely an LE config (extended mag tube when its not normally available, original euro spec stocks, etc), I pass on it because I don't want to open that can of worms, especially as a budding NFA enthusiast and a known person to .gov as being in the industry. I try to stay at least a zipcode away from anything even questionable.
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My 1301 is a LE model from a LE source. Mine came is a cardboard box and didn’t include a manual… only a card that referred me an online manual. My friend purchased a civilian version around the same time and his came with a hard case.
I could be wrong, but I think most people offering that service will not do it to a chrome lined barrel, and I believe our 1301s are?
Correct and correct.
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I have a 1301 waiting to be picked up. I would prefer not to read almost 700 pages of this thread to find an answer to the question of whose extended magazine tube has the best reputation. I understand this is subjective and I am not trying to start drama. Thank you to all who choose to assist.
Kev
As someone who's been hit with the "use our search engine" here before, I'm with you. The real question is which 1301 are you getting, is it an Italian model with the 5rd tube? I got a Nordic 1301 extension and I'd say lots of others would agree it's a solid option. (You can buy the 1301 kit with a clamp, QD and pic rail, or just the regular extension from them.)
However I believe the new ones come with a 7rd tube installed at the factory, you may be lucky.
Mine is the 1301 comp. Sorry for the confusion. I did use the search feature, I have been told that before. I was wanting user input. Thank You for your help.
Kev
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