1947 Winchester model 12

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Picked up another model 12 earlier this week.

This one a 16 gauge. I guess I never knew or cared ... Or even considered that these were actually built on 20 gauge frames...which of course makes perfect sense.

These things handle so nicely compared to the big 12 gauge.

Took it to the river yesterday to shoot some clays ...and in case you were wondering.. Yes, it was HOT. ..and a little bit of challenge pullin and shootin at the same time... Though probably not if I shot better.

Brought along a 1953 model 63 which has become one of my favorites. What a fantastic rifle.

 

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[loknload]

That's a nice shotgun,,,,Have to love those old Winchesters!
I picked up an old 16ga like that a lot of years ago. It was sitting derelict in a gun shop and needed a home!

Enjoy!.....

 

[HARDWARE]

Thanks, I've been bitten by the Winchester bug and that is both good and bad $$$$

 

[loknload]

I have several Winchester Rifles and Shotguns in my collection!
Seems my main interests have always been with them and Smiths!

 

[gmiller0737]

I also have a Couple of Model 12's including A 12 GS Heavy Duck (3" Chamber) & A Model 63 both high quality guns they don't make them like that anymore!


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Also recently got a Winchester model 61 slide action .22

Not shown in the pics was a 1948 S&W K-22 that went along for the ride. There's simply nothing that equals the experience of shooting these fine old guns alone in the woods.

 

[Ed Fowler]

My first shotgun was a 410 mod 42, (the kids gun with full length stock)
then Mod 12's, have no desire for any of the new stuff. Just finished fixing up a mod 61 that completes my little collection of Winchester pumps I love.

Yours is a beauty, thanks for sharing.

 

[HARDWARE]

On the lookout for a really high condition model 61.

Especially interested in the model 42... But I was shocked to see the premium their bringing.

 

[DavidWJ]

Mine's a 12 ga Model 50. Browning said it was the worse design he ever attempted, but when they work, they work well.

 

[Ole Joe Clark]

I recently bought a 16 gauge at a local gun shop for $215.00 OTD. Great shape, the guy didn't know what he had. Mfg about 1954 I think. I also have a 20 gauge that I bought used in 1963 for $90.00, mfg in 1959. I only had some hot loads for the 16 gauge when I test fired it. Kicked like a mule.

 

[federali]

Thank For The Memories!

I took my very first whitetail buck with a borrowed Winchester Model 12 in 16 gauge. The year was 1961, I was 17 years old and I was using Remington Foster slugs.

I don't own a Model 12 but I would if one falls into my lap.

 

[DWalt]

Today's modern shotguns are probably technically superior in every regard to the Model 12. But they cannot match a Model 12 for sheer classiness. I once had a friend who frequently said that you never have to be ashamed of using a Model 12, even if you are hunting with Royalty. I've never hunted with Royalty, so I can't say whether that's true or not.

 

[Lee Barner]

to all who have older shotguns: take off the butt plate and see what is rolled up inside there. I have found many old hunting licenses, duck stamps and original owner's info. lee

 

[poordevil]

I only shoot and hunt with 16 gauge. Been using my Dads Remington M 11 Sportsman for 46 years. Not too long ago I picked up a Model 1912 Winchester. Only Winchester shotgun I own. Discovered in was made in 1914! The first year they made them in 16 gauge. The thing looks new!

 

[Drm50]

I have noticed for about the last 15 years, M-12s are the best
buys at actions. Us old timers that quest for them are getting
fewer. My family used M-12s and Brn A-5s. My dad shoot trap
with a M12. We put thousands of shells though 12s shooting
trap. Around my area a nice 12 or 16 can be had for $350,
20s will bring $100 more. 42s are just plain nuts. The younger
generation is fixated on camo, fiberglass and plastic guns. Walnut
aside I see no comparison between a milled parts gun and the
clap trap pumps and autos put out today. About all I can say
about them, is they are lighter.

 

[2152hq]

I've got a couple of 42's and shoot them, but have never personally owned a M12 for some reason. I like older pump guns too. Right now a Remington M10 'Target Grade' (VR) is getting the most work. A MArlin 43T (Trap) will go back to the range this week. Hopefully, once again, I have the firing pin problem fixed.

Some nice clean M12 guns out there for not much money considering what they are and how they;re made.
But as already pointed out, no plastic stock or camo and they generally sit begging for an owner on the rack. Not necessarily a bad thing if you like them though!

 

[Ed Fowler]

For me my Mod 42 and mod 12 are filled with memories, the stock on my mod 42 3" Magnum has been chewed by my first Labrador, she got bored waiting for ducks while I fell asleep. While my father bought it for me as a 12 year old kids gun the stock was way too long. I learned to shoot birds, both feathered and clay with it, and still today I have to have a long stock to connect with my birds. Every time I read about or see a 42 I am filled with great memories. I can still see that first mallard fall from the sky.

Same way with Mod 12's, friend and I decided to heck with college and hunted every day from Sept. to Jan. We hunted 4 states for everything from doves to geese as well as big game and lived the dream. We each had 2 Labs and plumb wore them out as well as our boots.

When ever I see a Mod. 42 or 12 memories of those days, my friend and our dogs fill my mind, it was one of the best years of my life. The leather cases for take down models that were once plentiful now bring bigger bucks than the shot guns themselves, with the exception of the Mod 42.

They are much more than shotguns for me! Somehow I feel I am not the only one to cherish them for what they are and wonder about the memories that the used ones shared with others.