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2/8/2026 6:36:02 PM EDT
I posted about the Mac 1014.  
I was cruising gunbroker look at prices.
I for fun looked at beretta a300 UP prices.  
So which way would you go?  New Mac 1014 or used beretta a300 UP?
Thanks
2/8/2026 7:14:50 PM EDT
[#1]
I have both.  MAC is softer shooter and more fun to shoot.  A300 is lighter but noticeably more recoil (although not bad at all).  Both have been flawless through a couple hundred rounds.  So, which do prefer, hands down MAC 1014.  Which do I trust more, the Beretta due to its brand history.
2/8/2026 11:18:52 PM EDT
[#2]
Well, I can't speak to the A300 UP. I am sure it is a great Shotgun.

The MAC1014 is a great value and my Panzer M4 SPEED is my favorite shotgun. It is so smooth shooting and functioning.
2/11/2026 10:55:05 PM EDT
[#3]
For what purpose?  Assuming home defense, A300UP without a doubt.
"Do not overthink it, gentlemen. It's only a gunfight, not an IRS tax audit." - Louis Awerbuck
2/12/2026 8:21:20 AM EDT
[#4]
Beretta A300. You can be 99% sure it will run and last. Can you say that about the Turkish gun?
2/12/2026 10:00:28 AM EDT
[#5]
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Originally Posted By abnk:
For what purpose?  Assuming home defense, A300UP without a doubt.
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This. No offense to the M4 clones, but I'd trust the Beretta to last much longer under hard use. (or really under general use)

For a range toy, the M4 clones look fun as hell and seem to be generally solid. I'll probably eventually get one myself.
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2/12/2026 12:48:12 PM EDT
[#6]
Just got this out for review from BCA, calling it the Bearelli M4

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