Stoeger Condor
An affordable over/under shotgun for hunting and clay targets.
The Stoeger Condor is a double-barreled over/under shotgun, with one barrel positioned above the other. It is manufactured by E.R. Amantino in Veranópolis, Brazil, and marketed and distributed in the United States by Stoeger Industries in Accokeek, Maryland. The Condor is relatively inexpensive compared to other double-barreled shotguns and is most often used for hunting birds and for clay target games such as trap and skeet.
Quick Facts
- Origin
- Brazil
- Is Ranged
- yes
- Manufacturer
- E.R. Amantino
- Part Length
- 28, 26, 24, 22, or 20 inches
- Caliber
- 12, 16, 20 or 28 gauge or .410 bore
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Lore & Background
The Stoeger Condor is a double-barreled over/under shotgun produced in several models with different features and gauges. The standard model features a grade-A walnut stock and fore-end, a blued receiver and barrels, a single trigger, and screw-in choke tubes. It has a vented barrel rib and a brass bead front sight, and is chambered to use either 2-¾ inch or 3 inch shells. Opening the action automatically engages the safety mechanism.
Two notable variants are the Condor Supreme and the Condor Outback. The Condor Supreme has a grade-AA walnut stock and fore-end, high-luster bluing on the receiver and barrels, automatic ejectors, and a selectable trigger that allows the shooter to choose which barrel fires first. The Condor Outback model has 20-inch barrels, rifle-style sights (fixed blade front and notched rear), and is chambered in 12-gauge, 20-gauge, 410-bore, and 28-gauge. It has been manufactured with two finishes: walnut stock and fore-end with blued metal, and black hardwood stock and fore-end with nickel-plated metal.
Reader's Guide
The Stoeger Condor occupies a distinct niche in the shotgun market as a relatively inexpensive over/under double-barreled shotgun. Its affordability makes it accessible to hunters and clay target shooters who might otherwise be priced out of the over/under design. The standard model's features—such as a single trigger, screw-in choke tubes, and automatic safety engagement—provide practical functionality for bird hunting and games like trap and skeet. The existence of variants like the Condor Supreme, with upgraded wood and a selectable trigger, and the Condor Outback, with shorter barrels and rifle sights, demonstrates the platform's adaptability to different shooting disciplines. The Condor's Brazilian manufacture and U.S. distribution through Stoeger Industries reflect a global production chain that keeps costs low while maintaining a recognizable brand. Its legacy is that of a workhorse shotgun that brings the over/under format to a broader audience, particularly those new to the sport or seeking a reliable field gun without a high investment.
Did You Know?
- The standard model has a grade-A walnut stock and fore-end.
- The Condor Outback model has 20-inch barrels and rifle-style sights.
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