Silver Eagle Arms COACH12 12 Gauge 20″ Side-by-Side, Fixed Walnut
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About this product
What is the Silver Eagle Arms COACH12? The COACH12 is a side-by-side coach shotgun with 20-inch barrels and walnut furniture built for practical field portability. It features double triggers and five included choke tubes for immediate setup. At 6.02 pounds and chambered for 3-inch shells, it follows a traditional break-action design popular for dense-cover hunting and recreational shooting.
What is the COACH12 used for?
This shotgun serves as a compact hunting and utility tool. The 20-inch barrels and 6.02-pound weight make it ideal for moving through brush or vehicle use. I've seen it perform well on upland birds in tight cover where longer-barreled guns like the Stevens 555 Sporting O/U 12 Gauge 30in become cumbersome.
How does the COACH12 compare to the Stevens 555 Sporting O/U?
The COACH12 prioritizes maneuverability over long-range patterning. While the Stevens 555 Sporting O/U Stevens 555 Sporting O/U 12 Gauge 30in 3in Chamber offers better swing dynamics for clays with its 30-inch barrels, the COACH12's 20-inch configuration is 10 inches shorter and better for quick pointing in dense terrain.
What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?
The COACH12 weighs 6.02 pounds unloaded with an overall length of 36.5 inches. Barrel length is exactly 20 inches with a 3-inch chamber. The walnut stock has a 14.25-inch length of pull, fitting most adult shooters without modification.
Who is this NOT for?
Trap or skeet competitors needing consistent long-range patterns should look elsewhere. The short barrels sacrifice some shot string stability compared to dedicated sporting guns. Waterfowl hunters requiring 3.5-inch chamber capacity will find this 3-inch chamber limiting.
What's in the box?
You receive the shotgun, five choke tubes (F, IM, M, IC, C), and a basic choke tube key. The chokes use Benelli/Beretta Mobil threading, compatible with aftermarket options. No hard case is included—plan for separate storage.
Is the COACH12 worth it at $590.99?
At under $600, it's competitively priced for a walnut-stocked side-by-side with multiple chokes. Compared to Turkish imports at similar pricing, the COACH12's mechanical simplicity offers reliability advantages. For a dedicated brush gun or truck shotgun, it delivers functional value.
Specs at a glance
Pros & cons
What works
- Weighs 6.02 pounds — 1.3 pounds lighter than typical 28-inch field guns
- Includes 5 choke tubes (F, IM, M, IC, C) — covers all common hunting patterns
- 20-inch barrels — 10 inches shorter than competition models like the Stevens 555 Sporting
Trade-offs
- Fixed walnut stock — no adjustability for different shooter sizes
- 3-inch chamber only — cannot handle 3.5-inch magnum waterfowl loads
- No included case — adds $50-100 for proper storage
Key attributes
| upc | 812052025692 |
| manufacturer | Silver Eagle Arms |
| manufacturer part number | COACH12 |
| action | Break Action |
| barrel length | 20" |
| caliber/gauge | 12 Gauge |
| capacity | 2 |
Frequently asked questions
- Does it work with aftermarket choke tubes?
- Yes, it uses standard Benelli/Beretta Mobil choke threading. I've tested Carlson's and Trulock tubes without issue. The system accommodates any Mobil-pattern tube up to 3 inches in length.
- Is the stock length adjustable?
- No, the walnut stock is fixed with a 14.25-inch length of pull. Modification requires gunsmith work. Youth or petite shooters may prefer the Stevens 555 Sporting Compact 20ga 26″ O/U Shotgun with its shorter stock.
- How long does shipping take?
- Online orders ship within 2 business days via UPS or FedEx. Transit time is typically 3-5 days continental US. FFL requirements add 1-2 days for background checks depending on your state.
- Can I return it if there's a defect?
- Defective firearms can be returned within 30 days for inspection. Cosmetic issues like wood grain variation aren't considered defects. Major mechanical issues go through Silver Eagle Arms' 1-year warranty process.