History of the Winchester Model 1300
Since its inception in 1978, the Winchester Model 1300 Series has enjoyed a stellar reputation as a line of classic shotguns. This series alone offers approximately 32 variants on the base design of the Model 1300, covering a full range of applications from military and law enforcement to security and target shooting.
Of all the models available, the Model 1300 is available in 12 or 20 gauge, with a choice of barrel lengths and anti-glare, satin or camo finishes to suit the operator's taste. Most come with the usual seven or eight round tubular magazines and Winchester's patented speed pump system.
In some forms, the Model 1300 can handle both rifle and lead rounds, all of which are operated via a conventional pump-and-slide system. The swipe action is considered one of the fastest operating systems available for this type of shotgun. Construction is steel, aluminum and composite, with some variants allowing interchangeability from full stock to pistol grips.
Some also offer sling swivel and mounting options for scopes and sights, as well as adjustable TRUGLO fiber optic sights if desired.
The design is conventional, with a rectangular receiver with a plate edge and an ejection port for releasing spent grenade casings. The magazine is a connecting tube that is fixed under the barrel. The barrel protrudes in front of the magazine. Some seven-round models can actually hold up to eight rounds, with one round loaded in the receiver ready to fire - leaving a full eight rounds in the magazine tube.
Some 1300 models feature rear bolts for quicker response and easy range for younger shooters. The trigger is held in an elongated trigger ring. The handle forms an ergonomic handle that can be traditional or straight "English" style. As mentioned, the stock is optional on some models and is completely replaced by a pistol grip for concealment and carrying.
The "Ocean" model is designed for use in salt-contaminated areas such as: B. Conception along the coast, where salt can erode otherwise delicate craftsmanship.
Type 1300 Combat Forms include Type 1300 Defender, Police, Slug Hunter, Marines, and Stainless Security. The Defender was banned in some European countries due to its high magazine capacity and shorter than normal barrel length.
Regardless, the genre has a massive following around the world, especially in the US, both in esports and home defense.
See a list of variants for the full family series.
Specification
Roles
- Close Combat (CQB) / Personal Protection
Dimensions
1,003 mm (39.49 in)
457 mm (17.99 in)
6.75 lbs (3.06 kg)
Optional optics
Performance
Rotary Piston Pump
320 rounds per minute
164 ft (50 m; 55 yd)
Changes
Model 1300 - Basic Series Names
Model 1300 "Black Shadow" - Anti-Glare Barrel and Matte Body; Composite Bearings; Accelerated Pump Action; Size 12 and 20; 26" and 28" Barrels.
Model 1300 "Sombra Boom" - Weaver Scope Mount; Rifled 22" Barrel; Association
Model 1300 "Shadow Deer" - 12 or 20 gauge; anti-glare finish in composite, forearm and metal surfaces; adjustable sights; sling pivot post; 22" barrel.
Model 1300 "Shadow Deer Combo" - 22" rifled barrel or 28" vented ribbed field barrel; 12 gauge; non-glare finish.
Model 1300 "Camp Defender" - 22" barrel; adjustable open sights; satin hardwood stock and front end; WinChoke system; eight-round magazine; 12 gauge.
Model 1300 "Coastal Marine" - Nickel Plated Stainless Steel Barrel; Anodized Aluminum Receiver; 18" Barrel, Bore Choke, Eight Round Magazine, Sling Swivel, Detachable TRUGLO Fiberglass Front Sight, 12 Gauge .
Model 1300 "Defender 8-Shot" 12ga - 12 gauge; eight-round magazine; shotgun or rifle firing capability; 18" barrel with cylinder bore; non-glare metal finish; lightweight composite stock and Front Bezel; Full Stock Version or Pistol Grip; Removable Front TRUGLO Fiberglass Visor; 12 or 20 Gauge Barrel (Only Full Stock Models, Otherwise Only 12).
Model 1300 "Defender 8-Shot" 20ga Shooting and towing warhead capability; eight-round magazine; 18-inch barrel; non-glare metal finish; lightweight composite stock and front stop; full stock or Pistol grip; full stock available in 12 or 20 gauge, otherwise 12 gauge for pistol grip models.
Model 1300 "Defender 8-Shot Pistol Grip" - Shot and Rifled Bullet; Eight-round Magazine Capacity; 18" Barrel; Glare-Free Metal Finish; Composite Stock and Front End; Full Stock or Pistol Grip Versions; Removable TRUGLO Fiberglass Visor; Full Stock Available in 12 or 20 Sizes.
Model 1300 "Defender 8-Shot Pistol Grip & Stock Combo" - lead and rifled rounds; eight-round magazine capacity; 18" barrel with cylinder bore; non-glare metal finish; lightweight composite stock and Front; Removable TRUGLO Fiberglass Visor; Pistol Grip or Full Stock Version; Size 12.
Model 1300 "New Shadowgrass" - Moss Oak Camo; Weather Resistant Composite; High Speed ??Pump; Twist Lock Design; WinChoke System; 26" or 28" Barrel; 12 Gauge.
Model 1300 "NWTF Short Turkey" - 18" barrel; Adjustable TRUGLO Fiberglass Sight; Optical Fit; Mossy Oak New Break Up Camo; Composite Stock; Size 12.
Model 1300 "NWTF Short Turkey, Moss Oak Obsession" - Speed ??Pump; 18" Barrel; Adjustable TRUGLO Fiberglass Sight; Compatible with Scope or Sight; Moss Oak New Break-Up Camo Pattern; Belt Bolt; 12th.
Model 1300 "NRA Coastal Marine Defender" - 18" nickel-plated stainless steel barrel; anodized aluminum casing; Dura-Touch armor coating on grip; composite shaft; cylinder throttle; 7-round magazine; Sling swivel; optional TRUGLO fiberglass endoscope, size 12.
Model 1300 "NRA Defender 8-Shot" - Seven-round magazine; 18" non-glare barrel with throttled metal finish; composite front end and stock; optional TRUGLO fiberglass sight; 12 or 20 gauge.
Model 1300 "NRA Defender 8-Shot, Pistol Grip & Full Stock Combo" - seven-round magazine (eight rounds per magazine); 18" cylinder throttle barrel; non-glare metal finish; composite stock and Front end; optional TRUGLO fiberglass sight; pistol grip or full stock option.
Model 1300 "NRA Practical Defender 8-Shot" - 22" barrel; adjustable open sights; eight-round magazine; composite stock and front end; 12 gauge.
Model 1300 "NWTF Buck & Tom" - Extended Rifled Barrel; 22" Smoothbore Barrel; Optional TRUGLO Fiberglass Sight; Range and Line of Sight; Moss Oak New Break-Up Camo; Composite Stock and Front End; Chicken Federation Certified; Size 12.
Model 1300 "Utility Defender" - Composite stock; 22" barrel; 12 gauge; composite stock and front end; WinChoke system; eight-round magazine.
Model 1300 "Ranger" - Speed ??pump; stock and front stop made of satin hardwood; WinChoke system; 28" vented rib; 12 or 20 gauge.
Model 1300 "Ranger Compact" - Accelerated Pump Action; Swivel Latch; Back Arm; Smaller Grip Area; 12 or 20 Gauge Models; 22" or 24" Barrel.
Model 1300 "Ranger Gloss Compact" - Velocity Pump Swivel Bolt Close; Back Arm; Smaller Grip Area; WinChoke System; 12 or 20 Gauge; 22" or 24" Barrel.
Model 1300 "Sportplatz Kompakt" - compact stock; rear arm; TRUGLO TRU-BEAD fiberglass beads; Pachmayr reducer butt plate; 24" barrel; 12 gauge.
Model 1300 "Ranger Gloss" - Field Shotgun; hardwood stock and front end; 28" ventilated ribbed barrel with WinChoke system; 12 or 20 gauge; 26" or 28" barrel.
Model 1300 "Ranger Deer" - 12 or 20 gauge; 22" rifled barrel; for scopes; adjustable TRUGLO sights; low glare stock and hardwood front end.
Model 1300 "Playground" - Pachmayr Reducer Butt Plate; TRUGLO TRU-Beads; Additional 4 Fiber Optic Elements; Walnut Stock and Satin Front End; 28" Barrel with WinChoke System; Five Chokes Tube; size 12.
Model 1300 "Universal Hunter" - Speed ??Pump Pivot System; 26" Ventilated Rib Barrel; WinChoke System; Wide Range; Detachable Metal TRUGLO 3-Dot Sight; Moss Oak New Break-Up Camo; ;magazine cap;stock with bolts;size 12.
Model 1300 "Upland Special Field" - Straight grip stock; gloss finish; 24" vent rib barrel; compact forearm; Speed Pump; 12- or 20-gauge.
Model 1300 "Universal Hunter Field" - Mossy Oak New Break-Up camouflage; 26" ventilated rib barrel; WinChoke system; composite stock and forearm; rotary Speed Pump; allow receiver; scope or sight compatibility; 12-gauge.
Model 1300 "Upland Special" - Speed Pump action; straight stype grip stock; 24" vent rib barrel; satin-finish forearm; polished bolt; 12- or 20-gauge models; WinChoke system.
Model 1300 "Walnut Field" - Walnut stock and forearm with gloss finish; Winchester Speed Pump; 12-gauge; WinChoke choke system; 26" and 28" barrels.


