The Charles Daly 500 Field Grade in 28 gauge is a side-by-side shotgun with a chrome-lined barrel, engraved steel receiver, and walnut stock. At 5.5 lbs and 43.5 inches overall, it handles well for upland hunting and clay shooting.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Charles Daly
- Model: 500 Field Grade
- Caliber: 28 Gauge
- Barrel Length: 26 inches
- Capacity: 2 rounds
- Sights: Fiber Optic Front, Brass Bead
- Barrel Type: Chrome-Lined
- Receiver Material: Steel, Engraved
- Stock Material: Walnut
- Trigger: Single Selective
- Safety: Tang Safety
- Chokes: Compatible with Beretta/Benelli Style Chokes
- Overall Length: 43.5 inches
- Weight: 5.5 pounds
Detailed Features
The chrome-lined barrel sheds fouling easily and holds up to regular use without needing obsessive cleaning. The engraved steel receiver adds some visual interest without tipping into gaudy territory. Fiber optic front sight plus brass bead gives quicker target acquisition than a plain bead alone, useful for crossing shots in low light.
The single selective trigger lets you choose which barrel fires first, and the tang safety falls where your thumb naturally lands. Beretta/Benelli choke compatibility means you're not locked into proprietary tubes.
Target Audience
The 28 gauge configuration suits shooters who want a lighter-kicking gun for upland birds, woodcock, or sporting clays. It also works well for younger or smaller-framed shooters transitioning to a full-sized gun. Hunters who walk a lot appreciate the 5.5 lb carry weight.
Usage Scenarios
Upland bird hunting is the obvious home for this gun: quail, grouse, woodcock. For clay sports, it's competitive in 28 gauge skeet and sporting clays events. The 26-inch barrel tracks moving targets without being unwieldy in tight cover.
