The Charles Daly 202A is a 20-gauge over/under shotgun with a walnut stock and engraved receiver. At 6.85 lbs. and 46 inches overall with a 26-inch barrel, it's a manageable field gun that doesn't feel heavy after a few hours of walking. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: 202A 
• Gauge: 20 GA 
• Action: Over/Under 
• Capacity: 2 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches 
• Weight: 6.85 lbs. 
• Finish: Walnut / Stainless / Black 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The 202A ships with five Beretta/Benelli-pattern chokes (F, IC, IM, M, SK), so you can match the choke to what you're hunting or shooting without buying aftermarket tubes. The single selective trigger lets you choose which barrel fires first. A fiber optic front sight helps in low-light conditions. The blued vent rib barrel adds a traditional look and helps with target tracking on moving birds. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

• Upland hunting: The 20-gauge chambering and 26-inch barrels suit pheasant and quail work. 
• Skeet/sporting clays: The choke selection and O/U configuration work well for clays at the local range.

The Charles Daly 202A in 20 gauge gets good marks for fit, finish, and aesthetics relative to its price. The walnut stock looks better than what you'd expect at this price point, and the overall build feels solid. Action smoothness draws regular praise, and recoil is reported as manageable for most shooters in 20 gauge.

The over/under configuration suits both field and clay shooting, and the included choke set is seen as a genuine plus rather than an afterthought. A few owners have flagged occasional inconsistency in shot patterns after extended use, and a small number report minor mechanical issues with sustained shooting. Those who compare it to more expensive European O/Us note the performance gap, but most 202A buyers aren't cross-shopping at that level.

Overall, the sentiment is positive for buyers who want a traditional-looking O/U with a walnut stock at an accessible price.