Description
There is something about a side by side that a pump or semi-auto just cannot replicate, and the Charles Daly 500 Coach in .410 bore delivers that feel without the heirloom price tag. The break open action is simple and dependable, the checkered walnut stock with pistol grip gives it a proper field gun look, and the matte black steel receiver keeps the whole package understated and workmanlike. At right around five pounds, it carries all day without wearing you out, which is exactly what you want in a gun that spends more time in your hands than on your shoulder.
Why the .410 500 Coach Makes Sense in the Field
The 3 inch chambers let you run everything from light 2.5 inch loads up to full power 3 inch shells, so this little double covers squirrels, rabbits, close-flushing birds, and garden pests without complaint. The 26 inch barrels give the .410 a bit more sight plane and swing than a stubby coach gun, and the brass bead up front keeps things fast and instinctive. A single selective trigger with mechanical reset means you pick which barrel fires first and the second pull is there whether or not the first shell goes off, a nice touch you do not always find at this level.
Chokes, Fit, and Finish on the Charles Daly 500
Charles Daly threads the barrels for Beretta/Benelli Mobil style chokes and ships the gun with Cylinder, Improved Modified, and Full tubes plus a wrench, so you can set up one barrel open and one tight for whatever the day throws at you. The extractor lifts spent hulls clear for easy removal, the manual safety sits right where your thumb expects it, and sling studs come installed for long walks in and out. A rubber recoil pad rounds things out, though with a .410 this light-kicking, that is more about comfort at the bench than any real need. For a first double, a truck gun, or just a fun small bore for the clays field, this one earns its keep.
Key Specifications
- Model: 500 Coach
- Manufacturer: Charles Daly (Chiappa Firearms)
- Manufacturer Part Number: 930.396
- UPC: 8053800947800
- Caliber/Gauge: .410 Bore
- Chamber: 3"
- Action: Break Open, Side by Side
- Barrel Length: 26"
- Overall Length: 43"
- Capacity: 2 Rounds
- Trigger: Single Selective with Mechanical Reset
- Chokes Included: Cylinder, Improved Modified, Full (Beretta/Benelli Mobil)
- Stock: Checkered Walnut with Pistol Grip
- Receiver Finish: Matte Black Steel
- Sights: Fixed Brass Bead Front
- Weight: 5 lbs
What’s Included
- Charles Daly 500 Coach .410 bore side by side shotgun
- 3 choke tubes (Cylinder, Improved Modified, Full)
- Choke tube wrench
- Recoil pad spacer
- Case
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Charles Daly 500 Coach .410 shoot both 2.5 inch and 3 inch shells?
Yes. The barrels are chambered for 3 inch .410 shells, and like any shotgun chambered for the longer shell, it will also run 2.5 inch loads just fine. That flexibility lets you use light loads for clays and practice, then step up to 3 inch shells for small game.
What choke tubes does the 500 Coach use and can I buy extras?
It uses the Beretta/Benelli Mobil choke pattern, which is one of the most common thread patterns out there. The gun ships with Cylinder, Improved Modified, and Full tubes plus a wrench, and aftermarket Mobil chokes in other constrictions are easy to find if you want to fine tune your patterns.
Does the Charles Daly 500 have one trigger or two?
This model uses a single selective trigger with a mechanical reset, not the traditional double triggers found on older coach guns. You select which barrel fires first, and the mechanical reset means the second barrel is ready even if the first shell fails to fire. It keeps the shooting experience simple while preserving the choice between barrels.
Does the 500 Coach have ejectors or extractors?
This model is fitted with extractors, so when you break the action open, the spent hulls are lifted out of the chambers for you to pluck out by hand. Plenty of folks prefer extractors since your empties never end up in the grass, which is handy if you reload or just like keeping the range tidy.




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