Winchester Model 12 20GA 25” 2 ¾” Chamber Pump Action Shotgun 1912 C&R

SOLD FOR: $1,005.00

LSB#: LSB250718LT102

Make: Winchester

Model: Model 12 (Model 1912)

Serial Number: 2242

Year of Manufacture: 1912 (Winchesterguns.com serial number lookup)

Gauge: 20

Action Type: Pump Action

Markings:  The left side of the chamber is marked, “NICKEL STEEL — WINCHESTER / REGISTERED IN U.S.PAT.OFF.&FGN. /  MOD.1912-20GA / FULL.”.   The underside of the receiver and barrel shank are both marked “2242”.

Barrel Length: 25″  

Choke:  Fixed:  Full

Sights / Optics:  The top of the receiver is serrated to reduce glare.  

Stock Configuration & Condition:  The stocks are two piece smooth walnut with semi-pistol grip, fluted straight comb, hard rubber checkered Winchester buttplate, and distinctive corrugated fore grip.  The LOP measures 13.5” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad.  The stocks rate a Fine overall condition.  There are just a few scratches, compression marks, and areas of finish loss the stocks.  There are no chips or cracks.   

Type of Finish: Blued 

Finish Originality: Refinished

Bore Condition: The bore is bright with no visible erosion, though there are tiny scratches.  In the opinion of this writer, the bore rates a 9/10.

Overall Condition:  This shotgun retains about 99% of its metal finish.  The mag tube shows operational wear.  There are tiny freckles in the blueing of the barrel are just about the only other finish loss on this gun. The screw head is sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this shotgun rates an Excellent condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this shotgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.   

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None  

Our Assessment: Our Assessment: Marketed as “The Perfect Repeater,” this pump-action shotgun is an absolute classic and one of the most popular shotguns of all time. The Model 12 has a reputation for being one of the smoothest and most reliable pump-action shotguns ever made. It was first introduced in 1912 and remained in production until 1964.  Over two million were produced.  

This Model 20 feels remarkably tight for a 113 year old gun.  It has undergone a well-done refinish and has not seen much use since.  A collector of Model 12s has the opportunity to add a very fine 20 gauge from the very first year of Model 12 production to his collection.  A quail or grouse hunter had the opportunity to add a lightweight, quick-pointing and very reliable pump to his.  Both should look carefully at these photos.  -C.B.