The Charles Daly 214E Clay is a 12-gauge over/under shotgun built for sporting clay shooting and competition. It handles well at the range, with a single selective inertial reset trigger, hand-oiled checkered walnut stock, and a fixed fiber optic front sight. 
 

Key Specifications: 

• Manufacturer: Charles Daly 
• Model: 214E Clay 
• Type of Gun: Shotgun 
• Gauge: 12 Gauge (3" Chamber) 
• Barrel Length: 30 inches 
• Action Type: Break Open 
• Capacity: 2 rounds 
• Weight: 7.6 lbs 
• Total Length: 47.6 inches 
• Stock Material: Hand Oiled Checkered Walnut 
  • Length Of Pull (LOP): 14.3" 
  • Drop At Heel (DAH): 2.16" 
  • Drop At Comb (DAC): 1.38" 
• Front Sight Type: Fixed Fiber Optic 
• Trigger System: Single Selective Inertial Reset 
• Finish: White Receiver with Blued Barrel 
   

Features: 

The walnut stock is checkered and hand-oiled, giving a secure grip and a traditional look. The single selective inertial reset trigger resets automatically after firing. The fixed fiber optic front sight works well in varying light. The 30-inch barrel uses Rem choke thread MC-5, and the 7.6 lb weight keeps handling manageable without feeling flimsy. 
 

Usage: 

The 214E Clay is aimed at sporting clay shooters from beginners to seasoned competitors. The 30-inch barrel suits clay pigeon courses and moving targets. It also covers upland hunting and recreational range use without much fuss.

Users are generally positive about the 214E ClayMaster, with a few consistent points of criticism worth knowing.

The walnut stock draws the most praise. Shooters like its finish and feel, and many mention it looks better in person than in photos. Performance at the clay range is rated well overall, with the smooth action and reliable cycling earning consistent marks across skill levels. Value is a recurring theme: buyers feel they're getting fit and finish that usually costs more, which makes the gun attractive for anyone getting into clay shooting on a budget.

On the critical side, the trigger pull reads heavier than expected to some new shooters, though it tends to smooth out with use. A break-in period of several hundred rounds is mentioned by a handful of owners before the action settles in fully. Aftermarket accessories and replacement parts are harder to source than for more common platforms, which frustrates users who want to customize the stock or internals. Weight comes up too. At 7.6 lbs it's manageable, but a few buyers find it tiring over a full day of shooting.

Overall, the 214E ClayMaster lands as a solid entry point into over/under clay guns, with real walnut fit and reliable function at a competitive price.