Description
There is something to be said for a shotgun with no frills to fuss over. The Charles Daly 101 in .410 bore is about as simple as it gets: break it open, drop in a shell, close it up, and you are ready. The 26-inch barrel gives this little gun a longer sighting plane and smoother swing than the stubby compact versions, which makes it a nice fit for squirrels, rabbits, dove, and walking the fence line. The whole package weighs right around 5 pounds, so it carries like nothing, and the soft-recoiling .410 with its 3-inch chamber keeps things comfortable for smaller-framed folks and new shooters alike.
Built for the Field, Finished to Last
The metalwork on this 101 wears a Flat Dark Earth Cerakote finish on both the receiver and barrel, which shrugs off rain and rough handling far better than plain bluing. The checkered synthetic stock and forend are wrapped in TruTimber Prairie camo, a pattern that blends nicely into grasslands, crop edges, and dry timber. A brass bead up front keeps the sighting simple, and the manual safety is easy to explain to a first-timer.
Choke Options Without the Headache
A lot of budget single shots come with a fixed choke and that is that. Not this one. The Charles Daly 101 uses the common Beretta/Benelli Mobil choke thread pattern and ships with a Modified tube installed. That means aftermarket tubes are easy to find, so you can screw in a full or extra-full choke for tighter patterns on turkey or swap to something more open for close-range small game.
Why the Daly 101 Makes Sense
Single shots teach good habits. One shell means you make it count, and the break-open design makes it easy to verify the gun is clear at a glance. Between the light weight, the low recoil of the .410, the extractor for easy shell removal, and a finish combo that handles real weather, this one earns its spot behind the truck seat or in the beginner's hands. Simple gun, done right.
Key Specifications
- Model: 101
- Manufacturer Part Number: 930.337
- UPC: 8053800945073
- Gauge: .410 Bore
- Chamber: 3"
- Action: Break-Open Single Shot
- Barrel Length: 26"
- Capacity: 1 Round
- Choke: Beretta/Benelli Mobil Threads, MC-1 Modified Included
- Front Sight: Brass Bead
- Stock and Forend: Checkered Synthetic, TruTimber Prairie Camo
- Metal Finish: Flat Dark Earth Cerakote
- Extraction: Extractor
- Safety: Manual
- Overall Length: 41.75"
- Weight: 5 lbs
What’s Included
- Charles Daly 101 single shot shotgun
- MC-1 Modified choke tube (installed)
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Charles Daly 101 use different choke tubes?
Yes, and that is one of its best features at this price point. The barrel is threaded for the Beretta/Benelli Mobil choke pattern and comes with a Modified tube installed. Since Mobil chokes are one of the most common thread patterns out there, finding a full, extra-full, or more open tube is easy.
Does the Charles Daly 101 .410 handle 3-inch shells?
It does. The 101 has a 3-inch chamber, so it will run both 2.5-inch and 3-inch .410 shells. That gives you flexibility to run lighter loads for practice and small game or step up to heavier 3-inch payloads when you need more shot downrange.
Is this a good first shotgun for a new or younger shooter?
It is a great fit for that role. The .410 bore produces very light recoil, the roughly 5-pound weight is manageable for smaller frames, and the break-open action makes it obvious when the gun is loaded or clear. Loading one shell at a time also encourages deliberate, careful shooting habits.
Does the 101 eject spent shells automatically?
No, it uses an extractor rather than an ejector. When you break the action open, the extractor lifts the spent hull partway out of the chamber so you can pluck it out by hand. Many hunters prefer this since empties end up in your pocket instead of scattered on the ground.





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