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Rob, yes Sir, this model has the Upgraded Oversized bolt release lever. ((Complete Specifications and Features)): - Beretta 1301 Tactical Semi Auto Shotgun J131T18 - 12 Gauge - 18.5" Steelium cold hammer forged barrel (tri-alloy Ni/Cr/Mo) - 3" Chamber (accepts both 2-3/4" and 3" shot shells) - 4 +1 Round capacity - Semi auto gas operation - Compensating exhaust valve and self cleaning piston - Extra grip checkered stock/forend - Adjustable shim system stock - Oversized crossbolt and reversible safety - Oversized bolt release lever - Textured bolt handle design - Loading port with beveled edges - MIL-STD-1913 picatinny rail - Chrome plated trigger - Aluminum alloy receiver - Ghost Ring rear sight with adjustable windage and elevation - Removable front blade sight - Optima Bore HP choke system - Beretta Blink system shoots 36% faster - 6.7 lbs - Matte Black finish.

Rob, The only change here on bolt release handle is that the company calls improved is the larger handle. It is still the two piece handle where it screws on the bar in the bolt. Make sure you locktite the screw on handle on the bolt bar if you get this. It will loosen up.

These appear to be Gen 1 guns, so no, they do not have the upgraded bolt release. They have the original bolt release that can be easily upgraded or changed to alleviate potential malfunctions. What the previous commenters are referring to as the bolt release is actually the bolt handle/charging handle.