The Charles Daly 512 Superior is a .410 gauge side-by-side shotgun with a 26-inch chrome-lined barrel, gloss blued finish, and a hand-oiled checkered select walnut stock and forend. The action is break-open with a single-selective mechanical reset trigger. The receiver has a white finish. Choke threads are Beretta/Benelli Mobil compatible, and five chokes (F, IM, M, IC, C) are included. Front sight is a fixed brass bead. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Charles Daly 
• Model: 512 Superior 
• Type: Side By Side Shotgun 
• Caliber: .410 GA (3" Chamber) 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches (Chrome Lined) 
• Finish: Gloss Blued Barrel with White Receiver 
• Stock Material: Hand Oiled Checkered Select Walnut 
• Capacity: 2 Rounds 
• Weight: 5.6 lbs. 
• Overall Length: 43 inches 
• Action Type: Break Open 
• Choke System: Beretta/Benelli Mobil Choke Threads (Includes F, IM, M, IC, C) 
   

Detailed Features 

At 5.6 lbs and 43 inches overall with a 26-inch barrel, the 512 Superior is on the lighter and more compact end for a side-by-side. The .410 chamber accepts 3-inch shells. Chrome-lining in the bores helps with cleaning and wear, and the gloss blued barrel contrasts well with the white receiver. 
 
The walnut stock has actual checkering rather than pressed or molded texturing, which provides a decent grip and looks appropriate for the traditional SxS format. The single-selective trigger lets you choose which barrel fires first. Beretta/Benelli Mobil choke compatibility opens up a wide aftermarket for specialty chokes if the included five aren't sufficient.

The 512 Superior is generally appreciated for bringing traditional side-by-side styling at a more accessible price point than Italian or English alternatives. Owners of the .410 version tend to be small game hunters or newer shooters who want a classic break-action with light recoil.

Build quality feedback is positive relative to expectations — the walnut stock and overall fit are seen as above average for the price. The .410 chambering keeps recoil manageable, which is the main reason buyers choose this gauge.

Weight comes up occasionally as a mild critique. At 5.6 lbs some users find it slightly heavier than lighter-gauged competitors. Aftermarket accessory support is limited compared to more mainstream models, which matters to buyers who want to customize extensively. Overall the gun is recommended for traditional shotgunning, small game, and casual clay use rather than as a high-round-count competition piece.