B.C. Miroku Model 500 Over/Under 20 Gauge, 26 Inch Barrels, 3 Inch Chambers, Factory Scroll Engraved, Charles Daly Import
This B.C. Miroku Model 500 is a Japanese-made, Charles Daly–branded over/under 20 gauge from the 1963–1976 era, distinguished by extensive factory scroll engraving on the receiver. It features 26 inch barrels with 3 inch chambers, a matted top rib with a single front bead, and a gold-tone single trigger with a top-tang safety. Checkered walnut furniture with a beavertail forend and capped pistol grip completes a classic field-ready configuration with refined details.
The receiver shows extensive factory scroll engraving across the flanks and top, paired with a blued finish over steel. The beavertail forend uses a Deeley-style latch, and the buttplate is marked B.C. Miroku. Barrel markings include “CHARLES DALY 20GA-3.” The observed S-prefix serial aligns with known Charles Daly import production by Miroku.
With 26 inch barrels and 3 inch chambers, this Model 500 is set up for versatile 20 gauge loads. The matted top rib and single front bead provide a clean sighting plane, and the break-action over/under layout offers a two-round capacity. A 13.5 inch length of pull supports a compact, fast-handling fit.
Controls are straightforward and familiar: a top-tang safety and a single, gold-tone trigger. The checkered walnut pistol-grip stock with white-line spacer and a matching beavertail forend give it a secure, traditional feel while complementing the engraving and blued metalwork.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Fair - Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Specific Condition Notes: The firearm is in solid functional shape. There are scratches and blemishes on exterior surfaces. Light rust and pitting are present. The forend has chips missing. One of the vent ribs is bent inward.
What’s Included
- B.C. Miroku Model 500 20 gauge over/under shotgun
- One-piece wood-handled cleaning rod
The Miroku build quality is evident in the steel receiver, crisp engraving, and well-executed checkering on the walnut furniture. The Charles Daly import branding and S-prefix serial place it in a desirable period of Miroku production, while the beavertail forend and Deeley latch add period-correct functionality. Combined with a practical field setup—26 inch barrels, 3 inch chambers, and a clean sighting rib—this Model 500 offers a strong mix of utility and classic presentation.