E. R. Amantino Coachgun 12 Gauge Side-by-Side, 20 in Barrels, 3 in Chambers, Dual Triggers, Blued — Stoeger Wayne, NJ Import, Made in Brazil
This E. R. Amantino Coachgun is a classic 12 gauge side-by-side with 20 in barrels, 3 in chambers, and a dual-trigger layout. Made in Brazil and imported by Stoeger Inc., Wayne, New Jersey, it carries earlier import-era barrel markings and a solid top rib with a single brass bead. The blued steel and checkered wood furniture create a traditional coachgun configuration that is straightforward and purpose-built.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Specific Condition Notes: The firearm is in solid shape with visible cosmetic imperfections. The exterior shows scattered scratches, blemishes, and areas of finish loss consistent with prior handling and use.
What’s Included
- E. R. Amantino Coachgun 12 Gauge side-by-side shotgun
Manufactured in Brazil by E. R. Amantino (IGA/Gaucha) and marked with Stoeger Inc., Wayne, N.J. import information, this example reflects an earlier Stoeger import era. Barrel and receiver stamps include: "IMP.
BY STOEGER INC. WAYNE, N.J.," "E. R. AMANTINO, GAUCHA – IGA MADE IN BRAZIL," and "COACHGUN 12 GA 3 in CHAMBER."
The configuration is true to the coachgun format: break-action, side-by-side 12 gauge with 20 in barrels, 3 in chambers, and a 2-round capacity. It features a solid top rib with a single brass bead front sight, dual triggers for independent barrel selection, and a tang-mounted safety.
Construction is traditional and durable, with a blued steel receiver and barrels paired to checkered wood furniture. The stock has a pistol grip, a beavertail forend, and a serrated hard buttplate for a secure shoulder interface. Length of pull measures 14.5 in, and the shotgun is designated full-size.
Additional details include a serial number stamped on the receiver’s water table and clean, well-maintained bores with minor wear marks. Overall cosmetic wear is present, but the shotgun remains solid and serviceable in its classic double-barrel layout.