The Charles Daly 202AXT is a 12-gauge over/under shotgun with a 20" vent-rib barrel, 3" chamber, and black synthetic stock. At 6.8 lbs and 37.4" overall, it is one of the shorter and lighter over/unders in this price range. The adjustable comb lets you set cheek weld height to fit your face and shooting style. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Charles Daly 
• Model: 202AXT 
• Type: Over/Under Shotgun 
• Caliber/Gauge: 12 Gauge 
• Barrel Length: 20 inches 
• Overall Length: 37.4 inches 
• Capacity: 2 rounds 
• Weight: 6.8 lbs 
• Chamber Size: 3 inches 
• Sights: Fiber Optic Front (Fixed) 
• Stock Material: Synthetic Stock (Black) 
• Safety Features: Manual safety 
• Finish Type: Black 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The over/under layout puts both barrels in a vertical stack, which distributes weight more evenly than a side-by-side and tends to reduce felt recoil with similar-weight loads. The fiber optic front sight picks up quickly against most backgrounds. The adjustable comb is practical — a 20" barrel gun will fit a wide range of users, and the comb adjustment helps dial in a consistent cheek weld rather than relying on stock spacers. The bottom barrel has a Picatinny rail for mounting a red dot or light. The extractor (not ejector) lifts spent hulls partially out of the chamber for manual removal. 
 

Usage 

 
The short 20" barrel and 6.8 lb weight suit close-quarters upland hunting and home defense scenarios where a long barrel would be impractical. For clay shooting, the shorter barrel may feel less smooth in swing than a 28"-30" tube, but it works fine for beginners. The Picatinny rail is useful if you want to run a dot sight for home defense.

Owners of the Charles Daly 202AXT generally frame it as an entry-level over/under that punches at its price. The black finish holds up well in field conditions, and the lightweight build is consistently noted as a positive for carrying through the day. Most owners find it reliable with standard loads and report no serious cycling issues.

On the critical side, fit and finish get some complaints — minor imperfections and less refined materials compared to more expensive over/unders come up regularly. A few owners express concern about durability under sustained heavy use, though most casual and recreational shooters do not report problems. Customer service experiences vary; some owners report quick resolution while others describe slow warranty response.

Overall, the 202AXT lands as a fair value proposition for someone wanting an affordable over/under for occasional hunting or casual clay shooting, with the understanding that the materials and finish are budget-tier.