Winchester Model-12

[DueceMcGurk]

I needed a Model 12 for Wild Bunch shooting. Out of jail on Saturday. Sporting clays at Raahauges on Sunday.

I know this is a relic compared to modern shotguns (it was made circa 1950). But I really enjoyed shooting it in stock form. Points well and trigger is good.

Now I am thinking she is too good to alter for competition.

[fecalguns]

I needed a Model 12 for Wild Bunch shooting. Out of jail on Saturday. Sporting clays at Raahauges on Sunday.

I know this is a relic compared to modern shotguns (it was made circa 1950). But I really enjoyed shooting it in stock form. Points well and trigger is good.

Now I am thinking she is too good to alter for competition.

If it's in perfect condition I would leave it alone. Get something else UNLESS you shoot the model 12 substantially better. I would think there are other shotguns you can shoot just as well though.

[Eat Dirt]

I have my Grandpa 's model 12 , made in 1933

Came in the hard leather mutton Leg case

Great shotgun , family heirloom now
Would never sell it

[Ducky's Dad]

Depends on specific model, features, and condition. If it's a plain barrel beater, don't worry about it. If it's a ribbed barrel (solid or vent) or a Trap or Skeet variant, or a Pigeon Grade, or a Heavy Duck, or anything other than a 12 gauge, don't screw with it. If it's a plain barrel field gun in very nice condition don't screw with it. If you don't know what you are looking at, find somebody who does.

[RayPDA]

Hi deuce;

There is always the option of tracking down a second barrel assembly for it and having it fit to your receiver. Corsons Barrels should have a few barrels and complete assemblies; you can keep your gun original and have a second set for wild bunch shooting

[DueceMcGurk]

Winchester Model 12

Ray that is a great suggestion. Will look for a second barrel to shorten.

[JagerDog]

Depends on specific model, features, and condition. If it's a plain barrel beater, don't worry about it. If it's a ribbed barrel (solid or vent) or a Trap or Skeet variant, or a Pigeon Grade, or a Heavy Duck, or anything other than a 12 gauge, don't screw with it. If it's a plain barrel field gun in very nice condition don't screw with it. If you don't know what you are looking at, find somebody who does.

^^^^this is where I stand. They're not rare. Only prime examples are.

That said, an already "disfigured" barrel is an option.