Perazzi TM1
Perazzi Armi · Shotgun · In Production · 1970
Also known as: Perazzi/Ithaca TM1, Ithaca Competition I, TM-1
Overview
The Perazzi TM1 is an Italian single-barrel break-action trap shotgun chambered in 12 gauge. Designed by Daniele Perazzi specifically for American (ATA) trap shooting, it pairs a single, heavily ribbed and tightly choked barrel with Perazzi's signature detachable dropout trigger group for easy adjustment and field swaps. Introduced around 1970 and imported into the United States through Ithaca Gun Company and Winchester during the 1970s, the TM1 became a sought-after competition single, typically fitted with a 32 or 34 inch full or extra-full choked barrel and high-grade walnut woodwork.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3750 g (132.3 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1295 mm (50.98") |
| Barrel Length | 864 mm (34.02") |
| Action Type | Break Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Trigger |
| Magazine Capacity | 1 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Internal |
| Muzzle Velocity | 400 m/s (1312 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 2560 J (1888 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Smoothbore |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12GA, 12 Bore
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Single Shot Break Action
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety
- Features: Single Barrel, Ventilated Rib, Removable Trigger Group, Dropout Trigger, Automatic Ejector, Full Choke, White Front Bead, High Grade Walnut Stock
Variants
- Perazzi TM1 SCO - Engraved Grade
Production
Production years: 1970-present
Imported into the U.S. by Ithaca Gun Co. from 1973 and by Winchester during the 1970s; later direct Perazzi imports carry no importer markings
Origin
Country of origin: Italy
Designer: Daniele Perazzi
Notes
Sold in the U.S. through Ithaca as the 'Competition I' single-barrel trap. The detachable dropout trigger group is interchangeable across the TM1/MT/MX trap family. SCO and SCO Gold grades feature finer engraving; one early SCO Gold prototype run of about 105 guns dates to 1970.
Background
Daniele Perazzi developed the TM1 alongside the SC1 after American trap came onto his radar through Ithaca, building a single-barrel gun around the detachable dropout trigger that became a Perazzi hallmark.