Cimarron 1878 Coach Shotgun 12 Gauge 26 Inch
Cimarron's 1878 Coach Gun features 26-inch blued barrels, exposed side hammers, and a color case hardened receiver. Handles 3-inch shells with traditional pistol grip stock and schnabel forearm.
Cimarron 1878 Coach Gun: Classic Double-Barrel Shotgun
The Cimarron 1878 Coach Gun represents authentic Old West shotgun design, faithfully recreated for the modern shooter who appreciates historical firearms. This side-by-side double-barrel shotgun combines period-correct aesthetics with practical functionality.
Key Features
- Gauge & Capacity: 12 gauge, 2-round capacity
- Barrel Length: 26 inches of blued steel
- Chamber: 3-inch magnum capable
- Action: Exposed side hammers for traditional operation
- Stock: Pistol grip configuration with schnabel forearm
- Receiver: Color case hardened finish
- Finish: Blued barrels with walnut furniture
Design & Function
The exposed hammer design requires manual cocking before each shot, giving you direct control and feedback with every trigger pull. The 26-inch barrels provide excellent sight radius and balanced handling characteristics. The pistol grip stock offers secure purchase and quick target acquisition, while the schnabel forearm ensures proper hand placement and control.
Practical Applications
This shotgun excels for cowboy action shooting, historical reenactments, and sport shooting. The 3-inch chamber versatility allows use of standard and magnum loads, adapting to various shooting scenarios and game.
Craftsmanship
Cimarron's attention to historical detail ensures this coach gun delivers authentic performance alongside modern reliability. The color case hardening on the receiver provides both protection and visual appeal characteristic of period firearms.
Features
- 12 gauge, 26" with 3" chamber
- double barrel, exposed hammers
- 1878 replica
- blued barrels and a color case hardened receiver
