After 1919, the model designation was shortened to. I recently inherrited a model 12 winchester in 16 gauge. However, describe to us how the proof marks are set, the choke marking, and the serial number. Winchester model 12 12 gauge shotgun for sale on gunsamerica. Winchester model 12 shotgun appraisal find value price date. Winchester model 12 16 gauge shotgun liveauctioneers. In 19, it became available in 12 and 16 gauge, and in 1934 a 28 gauge version was added. The greatest hammerless repeating shotgun ever built. Unless it says 2 34 inch on the barrel the chamber is probably for the short shells. Those guns were used for duck hunting and trap shooting. What is the value of a winchester model 12 in 16 gauge answers. Introduced in 20 gauge in 1912, 16 and 12 gauge guns followed in 1914. An ounce of shot in a true 16gauge bore creates a shot column of perfect. What is the value of winchester 16 gauge, model 12, serial.
Im reasonably knowledgeable about shotguns in general and used to collect antique guns. The winchester model 12 serial numbers are sequential starting at 1. I thought they winchester made a 28ga in japan but it was a bottom eject like a model 37. In 1965, in the shotgun book, jack oconnor summed up the pump gun situation. The famous winchester model 1912 pump shotgun was designed by winchester s thomas c. Shotgun parts all parts listed in this category are specific to the winchester model 12 shotgun unless otherwise noted. For reasons that are not really clear, the first year of the model 1912 shotgun produced only 20gauge offerings. Winchester pump shotguns page 1 collectors firearms. Hi guys, i am getting ready to sell a few shotguns and i am trying to figure out a general value on my father in laws old winchester 12 gauge pump action shotgun. Weatherby super x3 semi automatic 12 gauge w3 chamber shotgun. When it was introduced, the model 12 was only available in 20 gauge, 12 and 16gauge model 12s became available in late 19.
The initial birthing of the winchester model 1897 shotgun proved to be a difficult delivery. Apr 17, 2019 for reasons that are not really clear, the first year of the model 1912 shotgun produced only 20 gauge offerings. The model 1912 shortened to model 12 in 1919 was the next step from the winchester model 1897 hammerfired shotgun, which in turn had evolved from the earlier winchester model 1893 shotgun. What would be approximate value of a winchester model 12.
Often referred to as the perfect pheasantupland game gun the 16 gauge is once again gaining popularity and remains the favorite of many seasoned hunters. From its debut until the end of the 1950s, the winchester model 1912 was the pump shotgun, long known as the perfect repeater. What is the value of my dads winchester model 12 16 ga shotgun wa 27 barrel, serial number 751470. Not all parts that are available for online purchase are shown on. Also, the gun has a 26 barrel, nickel steel, and modified choke, which bluebook says is a higher value for each one of those. I have inherited a winchester model 1912 12 gauge shotgun with the following characteristics. If you find a 28 gauge model 12, you had better buy it or i will. Does anybody know the value of a model 12 winchester 20. What is the value of a winchester model 12 12 gauge 2 34. The model 12 was designed by winchester engineer thomas crosley johnson, and was based in part on the m189397 design by john browning. His specialty is the winchester model 12he owns a rack of them that stretches to the. Seeking info on the fine points of the venerable winchester model 12. Can a gunsmith ream out the chamber to 2 34, thereby making it a safe shooter. A 20 gauge model 12 with upgraded wood and a simmons rib would have no real value over the price of the parts.
Mar 01, 2010 there were only a couple different model 12s in 16 gauge look around on the barrel and receiver see if you can find out what gradesub model the gun is. Unfollow winchester model 12 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. A model 12 in half decent condition is worth considerable. The model 12 winchester was and still is one of the best, most reliable and most saught after shotguns ever produced by winchester. Find the winchester model 12 for sale at, the worlds largest gun auction site. Hunted with a friend and his father for yearsducks, pheasants, quail, etc. Nickel steel winchester model 12, 12 gauge, 30 b, serial. What is the value of a winchester model 12 in 16 gauge. Full the stock looks great, but the bluing is pretty poor on the receiver. What is the value of a winchester model 1912 12 ga shotgun manufactured in 1914. It appears to have a 2 916 chamber and im a little worried about shooting it. I want to know the value of a winchester model 1216 ga, 30 full.
Winchester model 12 26 matt rib pre war 1940 nice gun 12 gauge. This winchester manufactured action slide lock pivot screw is for the model 12 slide action shotgu manufacturer. The principle designer of the winchester model 12 was john browning. Some of these factors would be the age and condition of the shotgun. Winchester shotguns model 12 for sale guns international. What is the value of a winchester model 1212 guage. Winchester model 12 16 gauge 1925, 28 solid rib cyl choke, 99%, vintage firearms inc general specs. Imho, the model 12 in a 16 gauge is the perfect upland shotgun esp. The model 12 was built to last and this shotgun is no exception. The model 12 was designed by winchester engineer t. Winchester model 12 16 gauge for sale guns international.
Aug 19, 20 a 16 gauge pump gun is a thing of ergonomic beauty. The receiver shows wear and has probably been refinished. It took a 70yearold 16gauge model 12 to show him why several. Johnson, and was based in part on the m189397 design by john m. The model 12,19121964 the most in depth, up to date book on the unreapeatable greatest hammerless repeating shotgun ever built. Weatherby super x3 semi automatic 12 gauge w3 12 chamber shotgun. Yes the stock on a winchester model 12 16 gauge is the same as a 20 gauge.
What is the value of a winchester model 1212 guage shotgun. If you find a 28gauge model 12, you had better buy it or i will. Winchester 1200, 0, 120 12ga and 20ga magazine tube. What is the value of a winchester model 12 shotgun answers. Wow i didnt even know they made a model 12 in 28 ga. The patent was for an exposedhammer slideaction firearm that first became the winchester. The winchester model 1912 is an internalhammer pumpaction shotgun with an external tube. What would be approximate value of a winchester model 12 12. Does anybody know the value of a model 12 winchester 20 gauge. Browning, in that it used a sliding forearm or pump action to cycle. The winchester model 12 shotgun set the mold and then broke it for. Vintage winchester model 12 what to look for springfield. The metal has about 96% original blue finish with some edge wear. The early 20 gauge model 12 guns had chambers that were 2.
Price guide for winchester model 12, pump shotgun with cutts. This winchester model 12 in 12 ga 3 mag shows signs of lots of use. Winchester model 12 28ga non factory cuttsvalue page 2. Find winchester model 12 parts and schematics today with numrich gun parts. Discussion in shooting related threads started by amboy49. Wow why wouldnt winchester remake this gun model 12 in 28 ga. Get the 74th edition of the worlds greatest gun book. Beautiful condition showing 98% original blue and varnish. Shotgun barrel parts for winchester for sale in stock ebay. However, the barrels of other shotguns, such as the sears ted williams shotgun and the winchester model 0, have barrels that are perfectly compatible with the model 1200.
Back in that venerable guns heyday you could call up winchester, give them your specifications, send them a check, and get your custom gun sent to your door ju. I have a winchester model 12, 16 gauge shotgun what is it. I want to know the value of a winchester model 1216 ga, 30 full choke. Though this particular version of the gun appeared in november of its namesake year, it had been conceived, at least in part, seven years earlier when winchester repeating arms bought a patent from john browning.
Yours looks to be in excellant condition and worth a premium price. American tactical imports ar15 milsport 16 450bush 5rd keymod. The famous winchester model 1912 pump shotgun was designed by winchesters thomas c. Winchester model 12, 20 gauge, dave riffle gun sales.
The model 12 is a slide action shotgun with either a 26, 28, 30, or 32 inch. The exact value of a winchester model 120 ranger 12 gauge shotgun with winchoke is actually dependent upon a number of factors. When it was introduced, the model 12 was only available in 20 gauge, 12 and 16 gauge model 12s became available in late 19. There were only a couple different model 12s in 16 gauge look around on the barrel and receiver see if you can find out what gradesub model the gun is. An ounce of shot in a true 16 gauge bore creates a shot column of perfect. Serialization breakdown by year of manufacture is provided under the model serialization section of this book. Winchester model 12, model 12,winchester model 12 serial. In 19, it became available in 12 and 16 gauge, and in 1934 a 28gauge version was added. Serial number y2026867 is a complete factory barreled action originally p. It is recommended that all parts be fit by a qualified gunsmith. Browse all new and used winchester shotguns model 12 for sale and buy with. I recently bought a model 12 16 ga and digging in bluebook data find the gun was made in the first year of manufacturer for 16 ga. Winchester, year 1925, 16 gauge, 6lbs 10oz, chokes cyl, lop 34 serial number. Winchester shotgun parts for model 1200 for sale in.
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