Sporting Arms Snake Charmer II .410 Bore Stainless Single-Shot Shotgun, 18 Inch Barrel
The Sporting Arms Snake Charmer II is a discontinued, compact .410 utility shotgun known for its simple break-action operation and lightweight build. This example features a stainless steel barrel and receiver with a matte/satin silver finish, a black polymer thumbhole stock with an integral shell holder, and the model-specific barrel rollmark from Dallas, Texas. It uses an exposed hammer with a manual safety knob on the right side and a hammer block, with a 1-round capacity and 18-inch barrel.
Condition
Overall Condition: Poor condition.
Bore Overall Condition: Poor - Noticeable dirt, stains, significant corrosion or damage.
Bore Fouling: Mild Fouling - Light buildup of fouling or dirt.
Bore Rifling: N/A - Smoothbore (no rifling).
Specific Condition Notes: The barrel exterior shows rust pitting. The trigger well is broken, and the trigger is not functional. The stock stud is broken. The interior of the bore shows visible pitting and is not smooth. See photos for details.
What's Included
- Sporting Arms Snake Charmer II .410 Bore single-shot shotgun
The barrel rollmark reads "SNAKE CHARMER II • 410 GAUGE ONLY • SPORTING ARMS, INC., DALLAS, TEXAS," tying this gun directly to the well-known compact .410 design produced for Sporting Arms in Dallas. The model has been discontinued, which adds clarity to its production status for buyers and collectors tracking this pattern.
Construction is centered around stainless steel for both the barrel and receiver, finished in matte/satin silver. The furniture consists of a black polymer thumbhole stock with an integral shell holder and a synthetic fore-end, emphasizing durability and minimal weight.
Operation is single-shot, break-action in .410 Bore, with an exposed hammer, manual safety, and hammer block. A manual safety knob sits on the right side of the receiver. Capacity is one round, and the barrel length is 18 inches. Country of origin is the United States.
Dimensionally, this pattern is known for compact proportions, with a typical overall length of about 28 1/8 inches and weight around 3.5 lb, and a length of pull of 9.5 inches. These measurements align with the Snake Charmer II's role as a small, straightforward utility shotgun.