You will need to measure the barrel wall thickness ahead and behind the forcing cones, then, if you have sufficient barrel wall thickness (which Im not going to specify, because I know not the quality of the steel in Stoeger gun barrels), you would order a forcing cone reamer from Dave Manson and ream the cones to a more gradual profile. Its easy to maneuver through the house, and 12-gauge is absolutely devastating at across-the-living-room distances, even with birdshot. by Mescalero Tue Nov 27, 2012 4:51 am, Post He has the firing pins and the wrench to change them with. The straight, English stock also made the piece feel more shotgunny and easier to swing than my Remington 870. E.R Amantino Coach 12 Gauge Shotgun. Eventually, it got to where it would just fall open when I pressed the lever, which is what I was looking for. I did check out the Silverado when I bought mine, and the fit and finish are pretty sweet. Simultaneously, this affiliation has enabled Stoeger to thrive by providing them with state-of-the-art technology, better business management, and improved techniques. I gotta get one of these!. What looks like polymer is just wood and flat black paint. No sir. However, the few nuanced mods made to the double-barreled shotgun make a huge difference. Big 5 in northern CA has them on sale now for $389 until 09/21/2013. Good writeup. Same problem appears constantly. by Blaine Wed Nov 21, 2012 7:40 pm, Post I can see where the more aggressive removal still left a lip to positively stop the shells from going to far forward. The term coach gun is a generic description for a side-by-side shotgun with an 18-20 inch barrel. The biggest was its stiffness when trying to break it open. Since getting it back still does it. 5. COPYRIGHT 2021, THETRUTHABOUTGUNS.COM. One of their most popular models is their modern take on the classic American Old West Coach Gun. You probably played with them, wondering what they actually do. Ask Stoeger to replace it with a duel trigger model, you will have no more issues. Now, Ive only dome maybe 5 and all for me. Ji, did you just say chukar hunting on MAUI??!!! Its Beretta. In Forrest's first major cavalry victory, he divided his men into three groups. also is there a manual for this gun? While it may seem foolish to some, one of my favorite aspects of the TTN is its ability to be transformed from a bulbous 'clunker', into a very handsome, shootable gun.. Shaping the stock, within the parameters of the available wood was a pleasant challenge, as was the minor action wotk I performed on it.. I hear the cowboy action guys polish up the chambers so that fired shells fall out simply with a quick jerk backwards. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Price: $479. Greener action and nicely done. Thats life. Whatever it was there is no way I'd ever pay the $400 they were asking for it. I have observed this on a couple of Stoegers and the results are not pretty. The gun, which was way less than half the price of either of the other two, looked great, worked easily, was well balanced and well finished, opened easily, and in all respectsbut onelooked like the ideal tool for the active . You could hunt with it. First a little coach gun anatomy. I'm thinking a hammerless would be the best for her less to do and less to go wrong. Dark-stained Walnut hardwood stock w/checkered forearm & grip. Firing slugs, I was able to get hits plenty accurate enough for deer hunting with both barrels at 25 yards, and back at 40 yards, I could easily compensate and get that right barrel to hit a target the size of a deers vitals. Its a fun little no frills gun that really packs a bang behind it. While I can carry shells for both critters in my 870 pump, I cannot control which critter appears first, and thus might have to try to switch ammo with the pump gun. http://www.cimarron-firearms.com/shotgu 8cg26.html, http://www.cimarron-firearms.com/shotgu 878cg.html, It is currently Wed Mar 01, 2023 12:29 pm. Simply remove the butt stock and remove the small pin the is connected to the trigger block. He has made good use of it in his War Of The Birds. Next time you take Barak the pansie shootin a shotgun get him on the correct end of things. As an added bonus, they don't make that scary racking sound pumps make. Fun stuff. Powered by Invision Community. by Mescalero Thu Nov 22, 2012 12:19 am, Post Whats a tactical shotgun without accessories? It is a Stoeger Coach Gun painted black. Capacity: 2 With birdshot and buckshot, the groups were also different sizes. He did send me a new spring. Today I was working on a 410 ga and I just sanded and scotch bright the large and small rods of the extractor. It shouldnt be too difacult to find a Stoeger. Really nice, should be at $700. The Stoeger is a very nice coach gun for the money. Still looks great though, very traditional. The Stoeger Coach Gun passed one of the most stringent tests I apply to guns: the giggle test. There are guns that do certain things better. Smiths , a Browning & a Benneli and rely upon the Stoeger as a farm / ranch tool . Killed two at 40 yards and they never moved out of their tracks. "The strongest reason for the people to retain the right to keep and bear arms is, as a last resort, to protect themselves against tyranny in government. This destroyed the gun meaning it had to be replaced under warranty. I soon realized my heirloom shotgun wasnt competition-friendly for several reasons, including shell ejection issues and a barrel that was too long. I ended up adjusting the spring and impeller at the same time because the impeller is hard to remove and reinstall with the full-length spring. USSG has some decent coach style SxS shotties. Add to My Saved Parts. Did the same with other guys shooting it. by Mescalero Sat Nov 24, 2012 11:07 am, Post Finally, the chambers were tight enough that the shells didnt fall out after firing like they were with the other cowboys guns. Older guns were made this way. Looks classy and cowboy, sort of like if Sean Connery had been the lead character in The Good, The Bad and The Ugly instead Clint Eastwood. Ironically, the best thing to ever happen to Stoeger is also the reason why they will never be a household name. The Stoeger Coach Gun is a lot of fun in a lightweight, easy-to-handle package. Hi guys, I just started having an issue with my new coach gun and could use help. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. I sent it to Vaquero Hayes on this forum and I still have a shotgun that drives me nuts. In fact, many folks are faster with this double barrel than with a semi-auto. The handsome and affordable single- and double-trigger scatterguns pack a potent punch. Basically, the bolt that screws the stock into the trigger housing, or "tail" as it is referred to in the owner's manual, keeps loosening after about 16 shells through the barrels. Weight (unloaded):6.5 pounds I was not able to actually cut the spring with any of my tools, so I had to grind off segments of the coil. I also bought some 12 to 20 GA converters in stainless steel for flexibility. Cowboy Action Shooting. Strictly for Home defense . Does anyone know what the fix is or do I have an expensive wall hanger.HELLLLLLLLPPPPPPP!!!!! The 20-inch barrels are the longest single chunk of the gun. If youre looking for a more simple and straightforward light attachment, their 69260 TLR-1 HL is a fantastic choice. It is a simple gun. They are not cheap locally, so I bought a shotshell reloader and started loading my own light loads. When the action is opened after shooting the grip presses against these hinged bits and presses them rearward. by barbarossa Mon Dec 03, 2012 8:17 pm, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited. I had to crack-open the box to verify that it did, indeed, contain a gun. Win-Chokes, available at MOST Gun supply outlet stores. Thats 90% of the issue. The 12 month average price is $506.40 new and $496.53 used. Shop our curated. Bringing You Honest, Reliable, and Engaging Firearm News and Reviews. It's a pretty hefty gun so no need for a recoil pad. It broke the barrel lug after the 12 shell during break in at the trap range. If you shoot buckshot loads labeled Express Magnum out of a 12 gauge shotgun that weighs slightly more than a bag of sugar (6.5 pounds), you can expect a significant ballistic noogie. I hit so many clay birds that I reconfigured the trap, and begin flinging doubles. For many years I shot skeet with an Ithaca SKB (side by side). If yes reinstall that original spring? In the last 12 months there is great demand for a Stoeger Industries Coach Gun and most shotguns. It is made at the Zhongzhou Machine Works in mainland China. After asking around, the biggest complaint I heard about the Coach was its out-of-box issues handling cold weather. It was just another day of education in my journey to improve my cowboy shooting skills as I had to overcome several challenges associated with shooting a new gun. Youll need to grind it to fit the outside profile of your stock. A STOEGER COACH GUN shotgun is currently worth an average price of $534.39 new and $504.04 used . The handsome and affordable single- and double-trigger scatterguns pack a potent punch. Quantity: Buy now. I'll pay what I have to but I don't need a hand built engraved master piece either. Ak, o ka poe hilinai aku i Ihova, e ulu hou n ko lkou ikaika; There is a fine line between hobby & obsession! I wasted no time taking the Silverado into the great Arkansas outdoors for a work-out. Went boom every time. Nowadays, Stoeger manufactures their Coach guns in .410, 12, and 20 gauges, in a variety of finishes, all with 20 barrels. I've got space on my walls and guncart. Contact them either via email or private message. Stoeger Coach Gun Supreme Dual Triggers Polished Nickel 20 Ga Shotgun 20" Barrels. But sadly, we live in an imperfect world and the Stoeger M3000 . Finish: Matte Matte nickel I was just in a Sportsmans Wearhouse Store yesterday, and they had 4 on their shelf. If you can afford it ($600), you cant go wrong with the legendary Leupold and their DeltaPoint Pro red dot reflex sight. I have no buyer regrets and will likely get another at some point in the future as a backup. The gun I chose lists for $549. August 25, 2011 in SASS Wire. If I ever find them, Ill use them lightly to make sure the chambers are smooth and even. by Nazgul Thu Nov 22, 2012 4:22 pm, Post Trigger: Double If youre in the market for something even cheaper, its your lucky day; oddly enough, there are even solid sight options in the $75 range. This little critter has the potential to be a fine multi- tasker . As a result of its renowned reputation and ever-growing popularity, Stoeger wanted to create a redesigned Coach for the modern tactical home-defense shooter. Not at all . Heavy, but in a short barrelled coach gun that's not entirely a BAD thing. I own several of them. Or, if loading your own, what brand of primers? If you bought it new I would talk to Stoeger, though with COVID they may have shutdown their service department. Just take into consideration that these are short range firearms with an effective firing range around 30 yards. It has auto rebounding hammers with interrupting sears. I have an older Nickel Stoeger in 12. In resopnes to Doug Preston; Unfortunatly the single trigger Stoeger Coach Guns seem to be problematic. STOEGER 12-Gauge Coach Gun Out of stock Used Good Sold Out Let us help you find the best options for Hunting Gear Get ready for your next hunting trip with Guns.com. Ive heard that repair parts can be hard to come by, but I havent had to deal with that aspect of it yet. (My shoulders don`t like to pump my 97 without pain.). Fast? toddcarnes Participant Milan IL Posts: 804 September 6, 2007 at 3:25 am #606030 The Stoeger Coach Gun Supreme has removable chokes and come with a set of both so for the extra 50.00 it seams like its worth it, plus it has a recoil pad installed too. But handguns are very reliable. This is not a recommendation, but it seems like you could use a 7/8 Flex-Hone to slick up the chambers evenly and quickly. Required fields are marked *. Although experienced shotgun owners could probably adapt to a double trigger in a matter of hours, they do produce 12 and 20 gauge single-trigger variants. Update your browser to view this website correctly. The only problem ive had with it was that the screws in the forarm came loose. The Stoeger Coach Guns I've fired (12 and 20 gauge) have worked well after break in. 9mm Pistol, Federal District Court Judge Orders Illinois to Show Examples of Every Newly-Banned Firearm, Gun Review: Taylors & Company TC9 1873 SA Single Action Revolver. I use it for CAS. While on paper theres a lot to love about these scatterguns, there is one major consideration. Please PM with details, thanks! Unfortunately, this is one of the few models which doesnt feature Benellis signature Inertia Driven Bolt System, which efficiently sheds weight, boosts reliability, and adds simplicity to a firearm. Enlarging the chambers Once I finished the action, I moved to the barrel, making the chambers a little larger so that shells would slide in easier and fall out with a short jerk. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. I don't know of anyone who has had the misfire troubles with Coach Guns, and I know of two that have stood up well to fairly heavy use & hunting over a number of years. The right barrel threw a wider pattern than the left. I have a shotgun that only puts a small indentation, dent, in the shells in the right cylinder. Stoeger Single-Trigger Coach Guns are chambered for 2- and 3-inch shells, in 12- and 20-gauge. by all accounts they seem reasonbaly good for the price, though I'm not sure how you're looking to use these things or if you need something pricier. And yes, I do mean guns that I own. I have 2 IGA/Stoegers, the Coach Gun (20") and an Uplander (26"). The handsome and affordable single- and double-trigger scatterguns pack a potent punch. Drew, Easy IF YOU know how, BUT TUFF OTHER WISE Mine in particular can be opened without removing it from my shoulder; you can then either hold it with the forward hand and spin it until the shells drop, or reach forward and flick them out with your fingertips. "Standing proud with my Coach gun." Did you or someone else flare the chamber mouths? Everyone told me that the first thing I needed to do to the gun was shorten the impeller so that it would not engage the safety when I broke it open. With the buckshot at 25 yards, both barrels put plenty of good hits in a good place on the target. Product Information. Barrel: 20 inches. Polecat Polecat in a Poke Joined Apr 8, 2013 Messages 2,761 Likes But the configuration of the Coach Gun just wouldnt let me revert to my old, bad shotgun habits. The TTN goes to the hills with me, on my spring, summer, and early-fall jaunts. Out of the box, 1st time shooting trap ever, and I started at 13/25 the first day out, and my last round was 24/25 on the second trip to the range. I want both barrel boom, me pull both triggers, . Don't have a lot of rounds through it yet. The top latch lever even works under the cocked hammer to allow it to open the action. When the forward grip is fitted onto the barrels they actually protrude into the rear portion of the grip. Seamus McPistol Although the Supreme isnt available in .410, it does have some pretty sweet variety in its receiver/barrel finish combinations, including stainless/polished blue, polished blue, and polished nickel. by Nate Kiowa Jones Sun Dec 02, 2012 2:43 pm, Post Sometimes I use a little fixture to make sure everything is square during the rough sanding. I had a chance to buy a nickle barreled Stoeger short barrell coach gun at Cabellas for $450.00 on sale. Your email address will not be published. He just replaced it this year as its starting to unlock on firing and yes it could be repaired however the gun has provided him 23 years of rough service,its shall we say rode hard and put away wet. pic.twitter.com/w4m2jS4gfJ. Its great for backyard clay shooting, and plenty of Cowboy Action shooters have picked one up to use in their game. Purchase brand new Stoeger guns online from our shop. Gonna get one. 2. I would steer anyone away from Stoeger over/unders. MY COACH GUN IS SIMPLY A SHORT 2-BARREL. The Maryland-based weapons manufacturer specializes in traditionally-build shotguns with up-to-date aesthetics and operation. If I ever do get one, Ill be sure to give it this treatment. FedEx says this requires a new shipping label to add insurance, and the sender then has to pay the shipping as well. Sam is an avid firearms enthusiast who loves sharing his knowledge and experience with fellow gunivores. Invector .555 Constriction $74.00 Not Yet Rated Code: IC0011 In Stock Add to Cart Stoeger Side by Side Firing Pin, All Gauges $5.00 3 Code: 32352 In Stock Add to Cart I know this is a forum for Ruger discussion, but I've seen discussion on non-Ruger related products, so I figure this is alright. The sawed-off shotgun has been romanticized in hundreds of Hollywood Westerns as the stagecoach guard's weapon of choice, and this one is as handsome as it is affordable. The easiest way is to grip the butt stock as if ready to shoot and position the shotgun receiver so that you can press the hinged parts (making sure that they are positioned in their forward orientation) against a board or bench. There are a couple of additional items worth noting. Skip to main content. But for the novice or beginner the double-barrel stagecoach If you're gonna be stupid ya gotta be tough-, I have been shooting a Stoeger for the last couple years. Notifications . I recently bought the plain jane model stoeger coach gun, however mine is the single trigger. Now look at the Stoeger. I have one of the Pedersoli La Bohemienne shotguns a beautiful gun.Pedersoli sells the Wyatt Earp short barrel coach gun version which is basically the same gun. As the spring is shortened, the impeller and spring become a lot easier to take out and put back in. My next shotgun will be a Stoeger Condor O/U. This is a job best left to a gunsmith, because while it looks easy, it isnt, and I havent the time to try to explain the process. by JerryB Fri Nov 23, 2012 10:09 pm, Post Pard of mine did much the same work as you accomplished on yours to his and hes had it serving him since 1995 in the game. Coach guns are ingrained in American culture, and Im pumped to see them make a comeback. by Nate Kiowa Jones Sun Dec 02, 2012 1:49 am, Post Im short so I always need to adjust LOP anyway. Open the action and a quick yank back will usually eject the empty shells. Always let me down on hunting trip and never on shooting range. Gun Test: 1878 Hartford Coach Gun 12-Gauge Double-Barreled Shotgun With lingering thoughts of Christmas, home and family as they went about their routine chores, the Yanks were caught by surprise when Forrest mounted his attack. See if it doesn't loosen up. Not too much pressure is needed, you will hear the hammers cock and you are quickly be back into the game. Shortening the lock impeller spring The spring around the lock impeller is stiff and requires a lot of pressure on the lever to break it open. Let us know what you think in the comments section! But it was well worth it. by Buck Elliott Mon Nov 26, 2012 9:08 pm, Post This piece isnt intended to be a gun review in the classic sense of a review, especially since there is already a Stoeger Coach Gun review on TTAG. using regular bird shot i blew the entire black area out of the target. Find a good quality, long barreled double for $350 or less and cut it off to 22 inches. This is a high-class place so act respectable. Don't go doing things before you even fire it. But I will offer a few review-type comments about this shotgun. I personally prefer the 26" barrel for a double duty bird gun but the 20" coach sounds perfect for strictly home defense. The action is stiffer than my Browning shotguns but not horribly stiff. Its a nice shotgun with none of the problems you describe or any others. As previously suggested. They replaced the gun the first two times. . That being said, I did find one product which gives Stoeger a run for their money: Mossbergs Maverick HS12 Thunder Ranch Over/Under shotgun. Lots of fun. Some need to be frozen to grind them worth a damn. If ever in doubt about how to remove material, drop by your local cutting tool products company that supports local manufacturing. With that knowledge and three engineering degrees, I decided that I could slick up the shotgun myself and bypass the gunsmiths services. If yes do you have the original lever spring? Did you have the lever spring lightened for easier operation when opening? It still draws curious onlookers, when I slip it out of its travel case.. When I took another look at the pictures of my targets, the differential between the left and right barrels really wasnt that much. The vast majority of less-expensive doubles produce results similar to the Stoeger Silverado Coach Guns. For suggestions, collaborations, or requests, contact [emailprotected], We keep our coach gun loaded with 00for two shells we dont have to take a backseat to anyoneand to this day no one fears any firearm more than looking at the business end of a double barrelsimple and reliable, quietly brought to readynone of that racking noise bullsh!tanyone at the bedroom door wont get further, Your email address will not be published. Although side by sides are relatively uncommon for sporting nowadays, many folks do use the Stoeger Coach for plinking, trap, and cowboy action shooting. In addition to boasting an impressive spec sheet from one of the most reliable firearm makers, Coach Guns are known for their incredibly fast performance. The next challenge was the safety. I still have those two old Stevens I got back in the Shooters World heyday. The same applied with the buckshot and the slugs: the left barrel was dead on, and the right barrel was a little high and right in comparison. The matte nickel action and barrels contrast nicely with the dark and figured walnut. See on a CAS forum that others have had problems too. Two different chokes is a standard setup for twin-barreled shotguns. Sent back to Stoeger. In contrast to all my collection of pistol-gripped shotguns, the Stoeger Silverado features a straight, English-style stock. by Panzercat Wed Nov 21, 2012 8:31 pm, Post I was surprised to see how much material he actually removed when I got a chance to handle it earlier this month. Is the Rossi Overland a Stoeger? If you can afford it ($600), you cant go wrong with the legendary Leupold and their, For another top-shelf optic, Im a big fan of, As impressive as Leupold and EOTech are, I cant help but love Bushnell; the established American sporting goods company produces some of the best and affordable sights in the industry. Again, there are purpose-built guns that are better for specific types of game animals. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I think the problem might be that the maximum amount of torque that is allowed to be applied to the bolt is 5 ft. lbs. Kept putting the extractor in and out until I had no interference. All of these coach guns are ideal for Cowboy Action shooting and home defense. The handsome and affordable single- and double-trigger scatterguns pack a potent punch. Whether putting these Stoegers to use in competition, home defense, or various hunting scenarios, the Coach will not disappoint. Now with my trusty 870 pump, with its very rifle-like stock and sights, Im lucky if I complete one double out of three or four. Like the Double Defense, the HS12 is super lightweight, user-friendly, and very powerful. The Stoeger Coach Side-by-Side Shotgun is designed with classic style and the spirit of the Old West. The gun was notably stiff to open out of the box, but wore in after a couple hundred rounds. again. I recommend hooking up the Bushnell TRS-25 red-dot reflex sight on the Double Defense for its highly-durable construction, extremely long battery life, and excellent versatility. Ponder what weve lost in the gun market afterwards. Due to its alliance with the Beretta Holding Group, you can bet your bottom dollar that Stoeger did not cut corners when it comes to their components quality. There are a couple possible issues (dominant trigger finger, one round firing while the hammer falls on the other causing a force reduction, etc) but if the right trigger doesn't fire on it's own consistently I don't know. I even coach rifle as a sport. I also have a Rossi Coach Gun in 20 guage. For that reason, the Coach Gun works great as a reasonable secondary firearm, hunting companion, truck gun, or home defense weapon. But the Silverado is a lightweight, compact, do-it-all shotgun that does one thing as well as any firearm on the planet: make me smile. Available in different gauges such as .410 bore, 12-gauge, or 20-gauge, this shotgun can be in matte nickel, polished nickel-plated, or blue finish. Now that almost EVERY round is a buck a shot , I could deal with a reasonable quality SXS . I dont want it. I actually find this one of the only parts of stock making and fitting thats actually doable for me (I cant checker to save my live despite lots of attempts). by Pitchy Sun Dec 02, 2012 9:24 am, Post When the Silverado arrived at my local gun dealer, I swear I thought Stoeger had sent me some promotional T-shirts instead of a shotgun. . Estimated New and Used Values for a Stoeger Industries Coach Gun Values are based on a basic model with no options or colors. by Rusty Wed Nov 21, 2012 5:43 pm, Post First, you gotta check out their, Since Stoegers collection of Coach Guns features such high quality shotguns for affordable prices, its no easy task to compete with them. And thats when it happened. These double-barreled guns would have represented the state-of-the-art in shotgun technology in 1885. Stoeger Coach Guns single and double trigger shotguns are based on the Old West stagecoach guards shotgun of choice. one quibble its bonsai for the tree, instead of bonzai. I thank you, because I learned new stuff today. Because the Coach isnt the most ideal hunting shotgun, Stoeger provides 12 and 20 gauge owners with only fixed M and IC choke tubes, with flush and extended options available as aftermarket purchases. or you could call Stoeger @ (301) 283-6300 and request a Hard Copy. The struggles with the gun were many. Stoeger Coach Guns single and double trigger shotguns are based on the Old West stagecoach guard's shotgun of choice. Amantino in Brazil, the Silverado looks classy, maybe even beautiful. 1887 lEVER ACTION HAS A VERY LONG STROKE OF THE LEVER AND TAKES A BIT OF DEXTERITY TO LOAD. Last summer, I got involved in cowboy action shooting and started out using my grandfathers Winchester Model 1897as one of my competition guns. I preferred my A5 clone. A good value that has a lot more going for it than you might think by just looking at it. Re: recoil pads. P.S. Brand: Stoeger. There are three primary shotguns used in cowboy action shooting: the Model 1897 with a 20-inch barrel, the Model 1887 lever action shotgun, or a side-by-side coach gun. by M. M. Wright Thu Nov 22, 2012 7:42 am, Post $4.69. I passed due to deciding the $ would be better spent on my colt AR. I know, I know: most side-by-sides break down the same way. For those who want to criticize my use of a new gun in a competition, at that point in time, I was measuring my shooting times with a calendar instead of a stopwatch. Stoeger coach guns are fine for the money and are Joe Biden-approved. Colt pistols, Marlin rifles and old SxS's.. Hammer-spur checkering on my TTN is flat-topped, providing just the right purchase for cocking, without tearing up anything (me included). Most of the online advice recommended using a Dremel tool for cutting the spring, but I couldnt find mine due to a recent move (its since been located). practical for other uses aside from Cowboy Action Shooting: Homeland Security! Gun tinkering is probably a more adept description for my activities. due to their break open simplicity and manual of arms they likewise would be ideal I have rid my garden of groundhogs with #5 turkey loads. Play Trigger Guard While I still need to do a little more grinding on the chamber mouths and polishing of the mating surfaces, Im happy with my efforts to stick my toe into the gunsmithing realm, although that term is probably too generous for my fine tuning. The inner workings are less than primitive. COPYRIGHT 2021, THETRUTHABOUTGUNS.COM. It is a nice fast handling little shotgun but not what I would call a skeet gun. Ive been wanting a coach gun for quite a while. The easiest way to address this problem is by simply giving it a quick, Finish: AA-Grade Gloss Walnut, Polished Nickel, Double-barreled shotguns have been used as home defense weapons for well over a century, especially side by sides like the Coach Gun. Get the stainless firing pins (and the tool) from longhunter. Welcome to the Leverguns.Com Forum. Chrome lined barrels choked SKEET & SKEET. My BIGGEST suggestion would be to call the company, and ask. You can see in the photo below that the surfaces are still not smooth, but they are smooth enough to meet my needs. Rusty, grandson Jerry3 has a Stoger coach gun in 12ga and has not had any trouble with it at all.He used it when we were cowboy shooting trouble free. By No complaints about the CZ either. 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