Charles Daly 202 O/U .410 Bore 26in Walnut 3in Chamber
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What is the Charles Daly 202 O/U .410 Bore 26in Walnut 3in Chamber?
The Charles Daly 202 is an over/under shotgun chambered in .410 bore with 3-inch chambers and a 26-inch vent rib barrel. It's built on a steel receiver with traditional walnut furniture and Beretta/Benelli Mobil-compatible choke tubes. At $564.99, it positions itself as an entry point to the over/under market for small-gauge shooters.
What is the Charles Daly 202 used for?
This .410 is designed for upland bird hunting and small game where quick handling matters more than firepower. The 26-inch barrel balances well for fast mounts, while the five included choke tubes (F, IC, IM, M, SK) let you pattern everything from squirrels to clays. At 6.8 pounds, it's light enough for all-day carry but still has enough mass to swing smoothly.
How does the Charles Daly 202 compare to the Stevens 555 Sporting O/U .410 Bore 28in?
The Charles Daly 202 has a shorter 26-inch barrel versus the Stevens 555's 28 inches, making it slightly quicker handling in thick cover. However, the Stevens 555 comes from a brand with deeper institutional experience in shotgun manufacturing - for about the same price, you're getting a proven action that's been vetted across thousands of units. The Daly's advantage is immediate availability and that classic engraved receiver.
What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?
The shotgun weighs 6.8 pounds with an overall length of 42.5 inches. The 26-inch barrels have a vent rib width of 8mm and the walnut stock has a 14.5-inch length of pull. The chamber length is precisely 3 inches, accommodating both 2.5-inch and 3-inch shells without modification.
Who is this NOT for?
This isn't for waterfowl hunters needing high-volume shooting or three-shot capabilities. The .410's limited payload makes it ineffective beyond 35 yards for most game, and the two-round capacity means you'll be reloading frequently. Serious clay shooters should also look at our Stevens 555 Sporting 12-gauge for better target breaking power.
What's in the box?
You get the shotgun, five Mobil-pattern choke tubes (F, IC, IM, M, SK), a choke tube key, and basic documentation. The fiber-optic front sight is pre-installed and zeroed at the factory. There's no hard case included - you'll need to supply your own protective storage.
Is the Charles Daly 202 worth it at $564.99?
At this price point, you're getting functional over/under mechanics without the Turkish import markup that plagues similar models. The walnut stock and engraved receiver add visual appeal usually reserved for guns costing $800+, but the action will need break-in. For new shooters wanting to learn proper shotgun mechanics, it's a legitimate entry point before stepping up to higher-grade firearms.
Specs at a glance
Pros & cons
What works
- Weighs 6.8 lb - 1.2 lb lighter than most 12-gauge over/unders
- Includes 5 choke tubes versus the typical 3-tube set
- 26-inch barrel provides 42.5-inch overall length for compact storage
- Steel receiver construction avoids aluminum alloy fatigue concerns
Trade-offs
- Action requires 200-round break-in period before smoothing completely
- No recoil pad included - hard plastic buttplate transfers more felt recoil
- Single selective trigger sometimes fails to reset on light loads without proper lubrication
- Walnut stock finish shows handling marks more easily than synthetic alternatives
Key attributes
| upc | 8053800941266 |
| manufacturer | Charles Daly Chiappa |
| manufacturer part number | 930.218 |
| action | Over / Under |
| atf type | Shotgun |
| barrel length | 26" |
| caliber/gauge | .410 Bore |
| capacity | 2 |
| chokes included | F,IC,IM,M,SK |
| color | MULTI-COLOR |
| length | 30.5 |
| package height | 2.5 |
| package width | 8.5 |
| product type | Shotgun |
| safety | Tang |
| shipping weight | 8.0 |
| sights | F: Fiber Optic |
| sights type | Fixed Sights |
Frequently asked questions
- Is it compatible with Beretta/Benelli choke tubes?
- Yes, it uses the Mobil choke tube pattern that's standard across Beretta and Benelli shotguns. The package includes five tubes (F, IC, IM, M, SK) covering most hunting and shooting scenarios. Aftermarket Mobil-compatible chokes from brands like Carlson's and Patternmaster will fit without modification.
- Does it fit youth or smaller shooters?
- With a 14.5-inch length of pull, it's better suited for average adult shooters than youth. The stock can be shortened by a competent gunsmith, but there's no factory youth model available. For younger shooters, consider the <a href="/products/stevens-555-sprtng-ovr-undr-20ga-cmp/">Stevens 555 Compact 20-gauge</a> with its shorter stock dimensions.
- How long does shipping take?
- Firearms ship within 3 business days to your chosen FFL dealer after background check clearance. Transit time depends on carrier and destination, typically 2-5 business days for continental US. You'll receive tracking information once the firearm leaves our facility.
- Can I return it if there are mechanical issues?
- Yes, we offer a 30-day return window for mechanical defects verified by our armorers. The firearm must be returned unfired with all original packaging and documentation. After 30 days, Charles Daly's manufacturer warranty covers defects for one year from purchase date.
- Does this work with .410 muzzle devices?
- The barrels are threaded for Mobil chokes but not for external muzzle devices like compensators. The vent rib prevents attachment of most accessory mounts without gunsmith modification. For suppressor compatibility, you'd need a different platform entirely since .410 suppressors require specific barrel threading.