The Heritage Coachwhip (Heritage Arms part no. CW1218CH) is a 12-gauge side-by-side shotgun with short 18.5-inch barrels and a case-hardened receiver finish that echoes the coach guns carried on stagecoaches and in Old West saloons. Its compact overall length and 2-round capacity make it a natural fit for home defense, cowboy action shooting, or anyone who wants a genuine double-barrel scattergun with classic looks. A bead front sight and tang-mounted safety keep operation simple and fast.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in 12 Gauge, delivering full-power shotgun performance in a coach-gun package.
• Barrels measure 18.5 inches, mounted in a genuine side-by-side configuration.
• Finished with a case-hardened receiver, giving it the mottled color casing of a classic coach gun.
• Uses a bead front sight for fast, intuitive target acquisition at close range.
• Runs a tang-mounted safety, positioned for quick thumb access.
• Holds 2 shells, one per barrel, in the traditional break-action style.
• Overall length runs approximately 36.25 inches, a short, maneuverable package.
• Weighs approximately 8.8 pounds, giving it a solid, steady feel for a short-barreled gun.
• Weighs approximately 8.8 pounds, giving it a substantial, steady feel despite the short barrels.

Frequently Asked Questions

What finish does the receiver have? A case-hardened finish, giving it the mottled color pattern associated with classic coach guns.

How many rounds does it hold? 2 shells, one per barrel, loaded and unloaded through the break-open action.

What’s the safety like? A tang-mounted safety positioned for quick thumb access when the action is closed.

Buy the Heritage Coachwhip 12 Gauge Side-by-Side Shotgun

Short barrels, a case-hardened finish, and genuine side-by-side styling make the Coachwhip a natural pick for close-range defense or a day at a cowboy action match. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and browse the rest of our side by side shotguns selection from Heritage Arms.