The Heritage Badlander 12 gauge side-by-side shotgun is built on the legendary Western double with two 18.5-inch barrels and a modern black chrome coating (Heritage part no. BL1218BK). A brass bead front sight sits between the barrels, and a Turkish walnut stock keeps the look traditional. The break-open action and tang-mounted safety keep operation simple, with two rounds ready for quick shots. At 34.85 inches long it is short and handy for property protection and cowboy-style fun alike. Heritage Arms builds the Badlander with the simplicity and durability of the old-school design.

Key Specifications

• The gauge is 12 gauge, a standard bore for a wide range of shells and uses.
• The barrels are 18.5 inches long, short enough to handle quickly in tight quarters and still give a usable sight radius.
• Capacity is 2 rounds, one in each barrel for a classic double-barrel setup.
• The action is a break-open side-by-side, a simple and dependable design with no magazine to manage.
• The front sight is a brass bead set between the barrels, easy to pick up against a target.
• The safety is a tang-mounted slide safety, within easy reach of your thumb behind the receiver.
• The stock is Turkish walnut, a traditional hardwood that gives the Badlander its Old West look.
• The finish on the frame and barrels is black chrome, a corrosion-resistant coating that wears better than a traditional blued finish.
• Overall length is 34.85 inches, compact enough for tight spaces and easy storage.
• The shotgun weighs 102.4 ounces unloaded, a manageable weight for a short 12 gauge.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long are the barrels on this 12 gauge Badlander? The two barrels are 18.5 inches long, and the shotgun is 34.85 inches long overall.

Is the finish blued or coated? The frame and barrels have a black chrome finish, which Heritage describes as a corrosion-resistant coating.

What kind of safety does it have? It has a tang-mounted safety on the receiver.

Buy the Heritage Badlander 12 Gauge Side-by-Side Shotgun, 18.5-Inch Barrels, Black Chrome, Walnut

With short barrels and a simple break-open action, this 12 gauge Badlander is an easy shotgun to handle and an easy one to learn. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and see more side-by-side shotguns while you are here.