Stoeger Coach Gun (Side by Side) 12 Gauge Shotgun - TheFirearmGuy
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- Here is a Stoeger Coach Gun which is a side by side 12 gauge shotgun. The Coach Shotgun is a historic model that many people love. It has two 20" barrels. The right barrel (which fires first) has a fixed improved cylinder choke and the left has a fixed modified choke. This Coach Gun was a lot of fun at the range.
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Do I need a double barrel? Nope, do I want a double barrel? Ab-so-frickin-lutely
Happiest firearm we've made in last 10 years!
My dad had the gall to ask why I wanted one of these. Do I need a reason? Hell no.
Yeah man. Love the looks of it. Fun shooter.
Joe Biden approved
A-frickin'-men!
Sometimes elegant simplicity is all you need for a firearm
Exactly true
Sometimes, all you need to make an impression is a twin 12-gauge.
Durability?
I love mine ❤️ definitely simple elegance
We take ours to the range every time we go...target loads still affordable and the wife KNOWS with 00 buckshot loaded no one is going to bother her too much...
This is also universally known as the "when is my daughter going to be home" shotgun.
I love that
Fortunately my daughters last boy friends response was "when is pheasant season around here?" When he saw mine. They are gettin married next month.
Beltzer0072 if I had a daughter, I would purchase and show boyfriend my 50cal rifle and explain how it can reach out and touch someone at a little over a mile.😬
They can't be beat!
And they do their job very well.
Women have diamonds. Men have dogs. Dads have shotguns.
“Shop smart. Shop S-Mart.”
Thanks Victor
Listen up you primates
Hey! can we get a clean up on the creepy whichy disgusting guy in isle 4 please.
thanks to "MY BOOM STICK" lol.
We all know there are shotguns that hold more rounds, but there is just something mystical and cool about a side by side.
I’ve been wanting to get a cap and ball side by side.
BTW- I loved the lil (unattended) Ric Flair.
Woo !!
Thanks brother
You're right. There's just something badass about a sxs. I have the supreme model with two triggers. Absolutely love it.
JBW- Yes Sir! 👍🏼
Cool in history terms but out dated😶
@@dionmccall8686 Define out dated,,because i can list a few advantage qualities of the gun,over modern guns,especially for rural people...
You see this?
This is my BOOM STICK!
Just a great shotgun overall. I have mine for about 15 years. Used it for Cowboy Action a ton of times.
Never any issues. Thanks for taking the time to show folks this shotgun. 🤙🏻😎
So glad to hear that ironhorse
Can you use one in Cowboy Action that doesn't have hammers?
@@dj3114 absolutely
You have a Soeger? Zero issues? I'm leery of buying anything made in Brazil.
@@Alaninbroomfield Go for it. You wont regret it
I used one in Cowboy Action Shooting for over 10 years. I shot 3 matches a month. I also used it for dove and squirrel hunting. It had thousands and thousands of shells through it. I finally wore it out but only after a huge amount of use.
What wore out? These things are so simple the only thing I can imagine giving way are the strikers inside or maybe the hinge
I’m glad you made this video. I was stuck between the coach gun and another affordable gun but now I think I’ll go with Stoeger! 🔫
Dear Fire Arm Guy... you are fantastic. You make firearms even more fun than they already are!! Salute brother!!!
I really appreciate that friend
My grandmother used to sleep with one on the bed, and when I was four or five she would have me on the other side of the bed sleeping. That’s how Grandma’s rolled back then. Surprised I still have my feet.
I love that story
Nothing scarier than a pissed off grandmama with a shotgun.
To cheese.. Hey man look at like this: MAYBE THAT IS WHY YOU STILL HAVE YOUR FEET! AND WHY YOU ARE STILL WITH US! SHE PROTECTED YOU! AS ONLY SHE COULD! NOTHING LIKE THE LOVE OF A GRANDMA!! THAT'S HOW I SEE IT.
Let me guess... back in the 60’s race riots times?
@@buzsalmon amen to that. I couldn't agree more about your comment. Granny with a kid on one knee and double barrel shotgun in the rocking chair. Brings back memories of the good ol days.
My Stoeger 20 ga. is next to my bed with a light (It`s a side by side DD model) Love it!
Very cool man
How did you mount your flashlight?
@@carltongadgettmannprice352 I have the double defense model with rail.
@@carltongadgettmannprice352 I saw someone using duct tape and grabbed around near the front barrel and it work just fine... lol
Recently traded my coach gun for a Kimber micro 9. Still have a 1952 Fox model B , never without a double barrel. Stoeger was a great gun.
Thanks Ron
This is something that I would probably never need but want it so much
I hear ya furry
.....I also like that you mentioned those high brass # 4s would make a great defense round. Seems so many folks think that you have to have buckshot for a shotgun to be a good defense firearm. Not So. At defense ranges even birdshot will do the job because the pattern will be so tight.
With any load within 10 yards a common (12 or 20 gauge) shotgun will be devastating with a direct hit.
Especially those turkey loads.
I had this model in the 90's, it shot great. If I did my part it would put two slugs about an inch apart at 25 yards. Carried it fishing and prospecting on the rivers. Have a good one.
I just bought a 20 gauge version of this. Waited a couple years, kept wanting one, finally had the cash and saw one in stock
Just bought my side by side today . I like the old westerns and in the movie Tombstone when Doc Holliday used one in the scene at the OK Carroll .
Been looking ( not real hard ) over the years for one and happen to see this one today and really got excited and told the woman I was buying it before it ever touched my hands . I knew the name and the reputation so I had no reservations about buying it .
Been wanting one for 20 yrs just always something comes up. Good show
I hear ya man
That's 2 Stogies I'd like to smoke, 5 stars Danno! Thanx 4 the variety!!!
Much appreciated Justin
I've got the double trigger coach gun. Works great. Very fun. Intermediate and modified chokes. 30 yards patterned alright with standard loads.
I have a Supreme model. I disarmed the auto-safety, I installed cylinder chokes to both sides. The stock comb was too high to put my eye down across the barrel in a proper plane, so I sanded it off 1/2" at the front and tapered it to zero at the rear. The forearm grip was too bulky so I thinned it down more slim. The pull was too long for me so I shortened the stock. I shoot only 00 buck or slugs. It kicks like a beast. I love it!
Two thumbs up for being determined to shoot the heavy loads! My shoulder can't take them anymore.
They are incredible
I really like that coach gun.
I applied a resume at my local gun shop. I hope I get the position. Wish me luck Dan.
Howdy - I noticed that you had the coach gun low in your shoulder. One of my fellow instructors was an outstanding skeet shot and suggested a change in my shotgun mounting procedure. He suggested that I NOT bring my head down to the butt stock, but rather keep it up and bring the comb to my cheek and then pull it straight back into my shoulder. It looked as though that only 1/3 - 1/2 of the recoil pad was against my shoulder which would hurt, a lot. But, he then had me lean into the the shogun and raise my right elbow to at least the horizontal position. ( I am right handed) Before I fired he said that I should sneak a peek at the position of the butt of the shotgun on my shoulder. Ha - it was 90+ % against my shoulder.
My ability with the shogun increased greatly and there was not the typical bruise on my shoulder after shooting as there had been before. Amazing! His words were, “Let the shotgun serve you, and not you the shotgun.” 😀
Good stuff bud. Raising the right elbow is chicken winging it. I don't feel right doing that
😀 I all my years I have never heard that one! Could be that it started back during the advent of the vertical pistol grip such as found on the M-16. I dunno, but you got me to laughing amigo...
Man I love a video with the history behind the gun. I love all types of guns but there's something special about the ones used in years past. Just seems like a quality shotgun. Thanks for sharing.
Much appreciated Lance
I have one with the "two trigger" configuration and I love that gun. It was the first shotgun I purchased. Out of all the firearms I own, it is by far the easiest to use for bumps in the night, and easy for my wife and oldest daughter to use, should the need ever arise.
Very cool Dan
The double-barrel has a distinct disadvantage in capacity, but I think it has held on as a home-defense weapon specifically because of its ease of use. The intimidation factor doesn't hurt either.
Exactly Dan as you mentioned that it breaks apart to go into a suitcase or bag - that’s what I do with my Stoeger DB Defense Side by Side...Great travel gun as a back up to my edc pistol and especially since my job has me driving and staying in hotels around 15 days a month.
Very cool man. Good stuff
Got the coach gun supreme 12ga with the duel triggers. Bought used for $300. The safety was changed so you don’t need to take it off each time.
Too cool Robert
Very nice. My first firearm was an old 12 gauge Ithaca side-by-side coach gun. I was a young kid so my father hand-loaded powderpuff loads for me (of course he told me they were super hot loads).
Very cool Wax
I bet your shoulder felt every bit of that recoil. Ive shot one before and theres no mercy when shooting turkey loads/slugs. Its so much fun to shoot though i just had to man up and pump em out. Nice shootin Dan.
I've had one of these in 20 gauge since I was about 10
I love 20 gauge
The line down the middle between and on top of the barrels is the rib. The extension under the barrels I think but not sure is a barrel catch. I like my grandad and grandma's 1950s Springfield Stevens 1100 20 double. Its old and has taken more dove, quail, rattlers, and armadillos than you can count and its still going. It has modified and full choke barrels with double triggers. Was the first shotgun I shot. Now I mostly use my Mossberg 500 20 gauge modified pump gun or my dad's old FIE Corp .410 full choke single. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks RB M
These are nice quality, i did the safety mod on my buddys so you dont have to reset the safety every time, but still works if you want it to
And thus we have the term "riding shotgun". Great video as always 👍
Thanks Matty
Just picked up a Supreme 12 gauge in Nickel (double triggers) 20" from Buds for $499 or $504 with shipping. It's a real beauty.
Absolutely awesome explanation and showing of the Stoeger coach !..you've made us all want one !!!
I always liked those coach guns .
Thanks
Thanks Robert
What a beautiful firearm
These are an absolute must for cowboy action shooting. I've had several and loved every one....but if you're going to use it for competition go with a 20 gauge...your shoulder will thank you. Love single action. Thanks Dan
Dan I can't believe I've been watching your videos for around 2 years now. Came here back in the day for info on the security 9. Since then I've watched probably every one of your videos. You have a great passion for firearms and see them for the art they are. Plus your videos are laid back and relaxing. Keep doing what you're doing man and thanks for taking the time to respond to your fans comments when you can. I know you've replied to a couple of my questions here and there. Keep it up brother
I really appreciate that Ronnie. Thanks for sticking with me
This make a good home defense, truck gun, and hunting gun no matter where u live
That is one nice side by side.
Thanks bud
I’ve got a Stoeger coach gun and always had the yen, but not the balls, to shoot a 3” turkey load. You did it--HOO CHEE MAMA- you made it sing like a T-rex. Thanks for suffering through it for us.🖖🏻
Haha thanks man
I’m glad to see you we’re having a tough time with the recoil too. I thought I was being sensitive. I had a huge bruise on my bicep. I guess I need practice.
You don't see this enough on TH-cam. Great gun for the money.
Agreed Andy
Stoeger always has something interesting going on & also at compelling prices. That safety is Southpaw friendly, too.
Very true bud
Double trouble. I want one 👍
Thanks Mighty
Beauty. Appeared to deliver respectable recoil. Not for everyone for sure. It has a real attraction for gun enthusiasts.
Well said G M
the ash williams in army pf darkness shotgun what a legend doble barrel
Great video!! Beautiful classic looking double!
Thanks Joel
I like the dubble trigger ones. That way it's a true dubble. You have 2 complete guns in 1.
Yup, more reliable firing system and you can pick what type of choke you need for the distance to target.
This is my home defense gun. Why you ask... because it's easy to maneuver.
Also very groovy. Nice pairing with a chainsaw. I call mine my boom stick. Great for when I go to this old cabin in the Tennessee mountains
I use one of these in stainless for sporting clays when I'm just shooting a for fun round! Solid weapon.
Wow… how does it do on those sixty yard crossers?
Flat center rail is called a "rib", comes in various styles.
Mine is vented on the underside
Two, Double or Akimbo it all works! My grandfather had a D.B. with that same serration from the like the last century. Looks nice I am not sure why it's there it may be used to retain some oil in the grooves, ridges or lands after a wipe down. That's guess and I am probably wrong. Peace To All!
The serrations on the rib are to cut down on glare.
Thanks S H
I love mine. My dad got it for me for Christmas 25 years ago on my 10th Christmas…. I had to wait a couple years before I could handle the recoil properly, lol
the gun world needs more affordable double barrels and customizeable options would be cool
Yes!!! The Double Barrel of my dreams! 😍😍😍😍 I’m an idiot for not taking one on sale, brand new, for $169.99 sometime back. I still very much aim for one. Thank you for this.
Too cool Hebert
Best thing I have found for my Coacch gun is the mini shells. More shooting without the Ouch.
I need to get those
I use mini shells in my 12gauge double barrell as well.
You can call it serrated, no matter. It has a purpose though. It keeps the glare down when using the front bead sight. Same reason they run the lines or grooves down a vent rib barrel.
This is my BOOMSTICK
I love the side by side coach in 12 gage Dan. That is beautiful and classy.
I love my stoeger coach gun I haven't shot it in a long time
Very nice, those slugs hit hard.
No doubt Rhyne
Dan that side by side is pure class! I'm still lookin for a short barrel home defence shotgun, and u've been knocking it outta the park with info in that area! If I can't put an intruder down w/two shots from a 12gauge...then they're otherworldly! 👿
Good stuff M M
Look like an awesome, heavy cover grouse double. Been looking for one setup like that. Thanks for showing it.
I use this for woodcock lol.
Thank you for quickly explaining which barrel fires first. And just getting into firing the weapon.
I saw the two-trigger model at Cabellas. Didn't know they made the single trigger (which is better). This is a must buy..
I like the single trigger better too
But with my 1930s Meriden double-barrel you can shoot both barrels at the same time for fun hahaha
@@jamesgaller1046 Having done that, I recommend it be done only with light loads or in a time of extreme emergency.
@@itsapittie back in my younger years we did it with two slugs with a new shooter he was heavyset so we knew he could handle it. Yes I know that's not the way to break in a new shooter, we were crazy and practical Jokers at the time, he handled it okay but took about three steps back LOL 😅
Daniel, maybe do an update on these two doube guns using the mini shells?
I'm seriously thinking about that
@@TheFirearmGuy well don't think too hard and just do it.
Yeah, do the extractors become ejector for mini shells?
I've enjoyed my Stoeger 12-ga double trigger/ double barrel in the 2+ years I've had it. I polished on it, lightened the latch spring, swapped out the factory firing pins with stainless pins, polished the chambers, cut it down to 18-1/8" from the original 26", and put a little bigger brass bead on it and man.....it's a lot of fun.
Wish I had bought the single trigger stoeger!
The front trigger recoils, with a bite, on my finger when firing
the second round! Not too much fun to shoot all day but will keep it.
I was brought up on a side by side Ithaca .410. A great gun for squirrels, rabbits, doves and snakes:). Anyway, I'm subscribed to your channel, and I just put the bell on "all" ... you just talk guns the right way. Thanks for your reviews!
Much appreciated bud. Welcome here anytime
I have the stainless Supreme looks amazing and everyone loves it.
Very cool Robert
I should of bought my buddies shotgun like this when I had the chance. Now I'm about to buy one
Lately I can’t see a side by side without thinking of the Joe Biden 2 blasts in the air song. Great vid as always, I like your method of reviewing, good blend of technicals and opinion.
I appreciate that brother
Old Joe has never even shot a gun. If he had, the democratic party would kick him out of town. I love it when they try to tell us what we need. Or what we can have. Shall not be infringed, what part of that do these gun grabbers not get?
I just cant understand why anyone in support of the 2A community,would even consider using that Jackwagon's name in association with any firearm,especially one with such history...
I miss my coach gun. These look way better than the cheap one I had.
Nice. Cool these double-barrels.
Thanks John
I am the proud owner of a remington Spartan spxxxx01. Double barrel side by side 12ga. Would love to get more info on it if anyone has any experience with that shotty. Lots of fun. Easy as hell to shoot and accurate for a coach gun.
I have three Stevens 311 side by sides. I love them. Whenever my nieces or grand niece had a new boyfriend I would put them in a headlock and say, "I have a shotgun and I know how to use it." They didn't have a dad so I thought it was my responsibility,
It is your responsibility to do so😉👍🏽
I want one.
Yes for sure
Looks like something to put on my buy list. Thanks Dan.
Thanks Bob
Luv sxs shotguns. Mine is thr american arms gentry. 26," mod & ic. With 3" chambers it's THE universal gun.
The Rib is the part in between the barrels. 🍻
I have 7 doublebarrell coach shotguns. 1 is an over/under and the rest are side by sides. 3 of my doublebarrell shotguns have external hammers. I also have numerous over/under doublebarrell shotguns with 26, 28 and 30 inch barrells for clay and skeet shooting. Doublebarrells are my favorite guns and I'll probably will always be buying on here and there occassionally.
I bought an FIE Boito 12 ga double barrel back in 1975 for about $80. Had it laying around for years. Used a cut off wheel to shorten the barrels. To 20”. Now I have a $400 Coach gun! No choke, so it probably scatters fairly well! You can pick up these old FIE doubles for less than $200, so a little work will double their value!
Just picked up a used Brazilian Boito K-Mart special in 12 gauge, chopped the 28 inch barrels to 18.5, chopped about 3 inches off the butt stock and added a LimbSaver pad. Overall length now is about 33 inches. LOP is 13 to the front trigger. I call it "Elmer Fudd" it is a cute little shotty now. Looking for a 20 gauge to make its little brother. It shoots great, recoil is manageable.
Just bought one today! (Didn't realize it would come in 3 pieces, but still excited all the same! Haha)
I didn't need this shotgun until after I watched your video!
I Love a Side by Side
12 Gauge!
Thanks Paul
Now this is a classic shotgun.i hope it can use almost all gauge shells
Excellent review! Simple and effective- this is my next purchase for sure ! Thanks !
Nice, clean video without all the usual yap-yap!
Got one with double triggers and screw in chokes, installed two Carlson Rifled chokes to make a poor man's Paradox. Shooting 800 gr. and 920 gr. full bore slugs over 3 1/2 drams of 2F black powder. Ready for the elephant apocalypse.
I am so gonna get this gun, great video!
Thanks Farley
Walnut furniture 😀
Yes sir
I love the double trigger, you can pull both at the same time. I have the blued deluxe 12g.
Nice!! Now you're talking! Side by side 12 gauge, lever guns and single actions are my first love in firearms. That's a great price for that beauty too. Kicked like a mule but so fun to shoot. Awesome stuff man
Thanks S P. Love these double barrel shotguns too
Thanks for the review on this one sir beautiful gun they have my heart on thesenow if only in 16 guage that would be a winner have a great weekend sir
Thanks Les. You too bud
Oddly enough, the 16 ga is fading into extinction but for some stupid reason the 28 ga is growing in popularity. Go figure.
I love SXS. Just love em!
Thanks Michael