The Charles Daly 500 is a 12-gauge side-by-side coach shotgun with a 20-inch barrel, break-open action, and a 2-round capacity. It weighs 4.5 lbs. and has a matte black finish with a black checkered walnut stock. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Charles Daly 
• Model: 500 Side By Side Coach 
• Type: Shotgun (Side By Side) 
• Action: Break Open 
• Gauge: 12 GA 
• Barrel Length: 20" 
• Capacity: 2 Rounds 
• Weight: 4.5 lbs. 
• Finish: Matte Black 
• Frame Material: Wood (Black Checkered Walnut) 
• Sights: Brass Bead Front 
   

Features 

 
The break-open action makes loading and unloading fast and straightforward — tip the barrels down, pull the spent shells, reload. No cycling required. The single-selective trigger lets the shooter choose which barrel fires first. 
 
At 4.5 lbs. and 20 inches of barrel, this is a compact gun. The brass bead front sight works for close-range point-and-shoot use. The checkered walnut stock provides grip and a traditional look. 
 

Who It's For 

 
The coach gun format has obvious practical appeal for home defense and is a popular choice for cowboy action shooting. The 12-gauge caliber gives real stopping power. Two rounds is the inherent limitation of a side-by-side; anyone choosing this gun over a pump or semi-auto is trading capacity for simplicity, profile, and the classic action.

The Charles Daly 500 coach gun draws attention primarily from buyers who want a traditional side-by-side at a budget price, and the feedback reflects that context.

The classic styling and side-by-side format attract shooters who appreciate the look and the simple break-action operation. Lightweight handling at 4.5 lbs. is a genuine positive — the gun is easy to maneuver in tight spaces. Price-to-feature value comes up consistently; most buyers feel the 500 delivers a functional shotgun without a premium price tag.

The main criticisms focus on build quality and long-term durability. Some owners report action problems or misfires that develop over time, and finish inconsistencies appear often enough in forum discussions to suggest production variance. Recoil gets a split reaction: manageable for some at this weight, sharp for others given the 12-gauge chambering and light frame. More experienced shooters sometimes find the 500 lacking in refinement relative to higher-end side-by-sides, which is expected at this price point but worth acknowledging.