Charles Daly 101 12 Gauge Black Shotgun – Proven 28 in. Single Shot

Description

The Charles Daly 101 12 Gauge Black Shotgun is a simple, dependable single shot break action with a 28 inch barrel. It is the kind of shotgun that lives behind the door on a farm, rides in the truck, or teaches a new shooter the basics.

Charles Daly 101 12 Gauge Black Shotgun Overview

Charles Daly, now imported by Chiappa, built the 101 to be affordable and easy to maintain. This version pairs a black finish with a checkered synthetic stock and forend that shrug off rain and mud. The 3 inch chamber handles everything from light target loads to magnum turkey and waterfowl shells. Davidson’s lists the overall length at 43.75 inches and the weight around 6 pounds, so it carries easily all day. A rubber buttpad helps with recoil, and a bead front sight keeps aiming simple.

Chokes and Uses

The barrel accepts Mobil pattern choke tubes, and Davidson’s lists an MC-1 tube. With a 28 inch barrel and the right choke, the 101 works for upland birds, rabbits, trap practice and pest control. Swap to a tighter tube for longer shots or turkeys, and use a choke rated for steel when hunting waterfowl.

Single Shot Strengths

Break action shotguns are the easiest type to load, unload and check visually, which makes them excellent first guns. Open the action and you can see at a glance whether it is loaded. The trade-off is one shot per load, which teaches careful shot selection. Light 12 gauge single shots kick more than heavier pumps and semi-autos, so start new shooters on light target loads.

Choosing Shells

Pattern your shotgun with several loads at the distances you expect to shoot, since every barrel and choke combination behaves differently. Use the right shot size for your game or target and follow local rules on nontoxic shot where required.

Fit and Mounting

A shotgun that fits lets you look straight down the rib with your cheek firmly on the stock. Practice smooth gun mounts at home with an unloaded gun to build consistency in the field and on the clay range.

Care and Maintenance

Clean the bore, chokes and action after each outing, especially after rain or salt water. A light coat of oil on metal parts and a clean action keep the shotgun running reliably for years.

Ownership Notes

This is an entry-level gun with basic fit and finish. The plain synthetic furniture is practical rather than pretty, and resale value is modest. It is a sensible choice for a budget gun that will get used hard.

Choke Selection

Tighter chokes such as modified and full extend effective range for waterfowl and turkey, while improved cylinder and skeet chokes open patterns for close birds and clay targets. Always use chokes rated for the shot you are shooting, especially steel.

Recommended Accessories

Eye and ear protection, a cleaning kit, extra choke tubes and a padded case are smart additions. Hunters may want a sling, while clay shooters often add a shell pouch and recoil reducing pad.

Ordering From MAG5

Choose your local FFL dealer at checkout and we ship directly to them. Once the firearm arrives, your dealer runs the background check and completes the transfer paperwork. Most dealers charge a modest transfer fee, so ask about it before you order.

State Laws

Firearm, magazine and transfer laws vary by state. Check your local laws and confirm your receiving dealer can complete the transfer.

Specifications

• Model series: 101
• Gauge: 12, 3 in. chamber
• Action: Break action single shot
• Barrel: 28 in.
• Capacity: 1
• Choke: Mobil pattern, MC-1 listed
• Stock: Checkered black synthetic
• Finish: Black
• Sight: Front bead
• Buttpad: Rubber
• Overall length: 43.75 in. (per distributor)
• Weight: About 6 lb
• UPC: 8053800941457

Before You Buy

Federal law requires this shotgun to ship to a licensed FFL dealer, where you will complete the background check and transfer. You must be 18 or older to purchase. Verify local laws before ordering.

Who It Is For

The Charles Daly 101 12 Gauge Black Shotgun is a great fit for first-time shooters, farm and ranch owners, and anyone who wants an inexpensive, weatherproof single shot.

Buy the Charles Daly 101 12 Gauge Black Shotgun at MAG5 Firearms

MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Charles Daly 101 12 Gauge Black Shotgun online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more shotguns. For factory details, visit Charles Daly (Chiappa).