In examining the trench guns history, thompson attempted to show why the 12gauge shotgun that served u. What is the value of a winchester model 1912 12 ga shotgun. Without seeing it, its really difficult to give you an opinion of value. I just joined this forum and have several model 12s. This shotgun has the rare combination of blued and parkerized components and was manufactured during the brief transitional period before model 12 trench guns were fully parkerized. Winchester model 12 trench gun for sale gunsamerica. That is a really high number for a wwii model 12 trench gun one of the highest numbers ive ever seen. I believe it is 1943 production and i dont think it saw any use. This ad features the pictured wwii us issued winchester model 12 trench gun.
Winchester shotguns model 12 for sale guns international. Still others were purchased by the us military for training aerial gunners in the fine art of downing enemy aircraft in. The winchester model 1912 also commonly known as the model 12, or m12 is an internalhammer pumpaction shotgun with an external tube magazine. Winchester model 1912 model 12 pumpaction slide shotgun.
Fair warning, dont expect a small fortune, even tho your 12 is about 65 years old, it isnt any great shakes as a collectors item. As of 2014 this gun in excellent condition retails for around 400 dollars. Original butt plate, sling swivels, vented barrel shroud, and bayonet with for sale by bromleys gun shop on gunsamerica 996510465. Whether brandished by lee marvin in the professionals or wielded by william holden in the wild bunch, the winchester model 97 riot gun is the bad boy of smoothbores. Winchester us model 12 trench gun for sale on gunsamerica. They included field grade, tournament grade, special trap grade, pigeon grade, brush gun, riot gun, and trench gun styles. When you say winchester shotguns, most people think of the model 97 trench gun, the model 1200, or the elegant double barrel model 21. This gun is in very good condition with no cracks, splits, or gouges in the wood. Sell your trench gun for free today on gunsamerica. Buy winchester model 12 parts factory replacement gun parts, accessories and gunsmithing service on most manufacturers including browning, winchester, fn america, beretta, benelli franchi, stoeger, remington, bushmaster, marlin, sig sauer, hk and many more. The winchester model 12 serial numbers are sequential starting at 1.
To determine the value of your firearm, you must first analyze it carefully. Despite my inability to hit with a model 12, i would have to rate the winchester model 12 as the greatest of all american repeating shotguns, and that is saying something. Popularly named the perfect repeater at its introduction, it largely set the standard for pump action shotguns. The principle designer of the winchester model 12 was john browning. When it comes to iconic collectable smoothbores, few hold a candle to the winchester model 97 riot gun. Real model 12 trench guns do not have tapered barrels like the riot guns do.
Some rounds through the winchester model 12 trench gun. Winchester model 1897 the firearms forum the buying. I just joined this forum and have several model 12 s. In my mind, a 70% gun is one that is not in very good condition.
Just looking in a blue book of gun values i bought a few days ago by s. And shoot only standard, not magnum 2 34 lead shot shells or trap loads. I was able to source the stock and forearm for this project but unfortunately cant find the sling swivelattachment for the stock. In the trench gun configuration, the model 12 has a perforated steel heat shield and the m1917 bayonet adapter, very similar to the winchester model 97 trench gun as a riot gun, the barrel was plain with no heat shield and no bayonet adapter. Winchester us model 12 trench gun for sale and auction.
Is there a flaming bomb on the top of the barrel near the receiver. Winchester model 12 trench gun tm 92117, july 1957. Model 12 trenchgun winchester shotguns forumwinchester. Threads are in good condition and finish will grade above 90%. While this no doubt has some value, it will certainly cost me as i procure a 620 and begin the repro process. Winchester model 1897 rare tournament grade trap gun 12 gauge.
What is the value of a winchester model 12 12 gauge 2 34. The receiver has the late finish with prominent milling marks found on parkerized model 12 trench guns. According to the canfield book on us shotguns this gun is all original and correct. The value of the winchester model 400 gun varies by its condition. In appraising your gun, you must initially determine your model configuration. Model 12 riot barrel length the firearms forum the buying. The riot gun has a 20 barrel in 12 gauge only, trench gun has a 20 barrel with. Have it checked by a good gun smith before you try to shoot it. But what if we told you there was a gun marketed for almost a. Longtrang brings up a good point i hadnt previously realized any reproduction would almost certainly replicate the bluedblack finish on the morecommon and moredesirable winchester trench guns, not the stevens. Winchester pump shotguns page 1 collectors firearms. Fieldgrade shotguns in 12 gauge with 30inch fullchoke barrels are the most common, and thats what we.
You can take it to a local, reputable gun shop for an eval, and a decent shop will have a copy of the blue book of firearm values. Dec 03, 2015 when it comes to iconic collectable smoothbores, few hold a candle to the winchester model 97 riot gun. There are11 distinct model configurationsof model 12 winchester shotgun, and they can vary a great deal in value. As you go through the process fill in appropriate boxes in the righthand column by clicking the mousepointer on the open circle that is most.
Blue book 31st edition dated 2010 12 gauge listed only for brevity. Savage model 112 magnum target rifle offers affordable accuracy. If it is by chance an original model 12 riot gun it would be worth substantially more. According to the blue book of gun values the model 1200 trench gun is very rare as few examples have been released by the government due to its continued use by military forces. After selecting the appropriate model, you will be guided through the many possible variations, then condition rating, to the final value range. Though the winchester model 1897 shotgun is perhaps bestknown for its use during world war i as the trench gun, this reliable, pumpaction shotgun saw use in military, lawenforcement and. Winchester model 1897 trench gun winchester pumpaction shotgun world war i i have this old gun rick hacker. Jan 17, 2014 the model 1897 was the precurser to the the model 12. This shotgun has the 30 inch 12 gauge full choke barrel. Jan 05, 2017 some rounds through the winchester model 12 trench gun. Between the two, you should get a fair pricing of your mod.
Several configurations of the model 1897 were offered by winchester. The riot gun has a 20 barrel in 12 gauge only, trench gun has a 20 barrel with a heat shield and bayonet lug. Find winchester model 12 parts and schematics today with numrich gun parts. Mystery trench gun heatshieldbayonet adapter take a look. Built in 2006 in japan,this gun has a 26 vent rib barrel choked improved cylinder. I have seen this shotgun for sale and i just dont think something is right the metal looks to nice compared to the wood has a grey park finish what think all.
Popularly named the perfect repeater at its introduction, it largely set the standard for pump action shotguns over its 51year highrate production life. Many were made so the value is not great, 200 to 400 dollars depending on condition. Winchester model 12, model 12,winchester model 12 serial. I have inherited a winchester model 1912 12 gauge shotgun with the following characteristics. Sgt rock that is a great example of a winchester m1200 trench gun. As i mentioned, im new to trench guns just got canfields book a couple f days ago and and only became interested when researching a sevens 53030 riot gun that i came into by chance not a winchester, but a browning design. Beyond the base shooting model and the militarized trench gun models, winchester also delivered riot gun versions with shorter barrels sans bayonet mounting and heat shield for security duty at american bases and ports. Sep 02, 2014 author leroy thompson investigated the history of the winchester model 12 trench gun for the 2015 issue of military surplus. I am looking for the value of a winchester model 12 trench gun barrel.
Value winchester ww1 trench gun, with bayonet, serial. There will be sufficient information in this course to accurately price and date your pre64 model 12 winchester shotgun. Learn pricing and values for these winchester firearms. Completely updated pricing for winchester firearms with new entries and photos. If the gun is 12 gauge the barrel is 30 long and if a 16 gauge it has a 28 barrel. By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. The winchester model 1897 trench gun with a fixed bayonet was a fearsome and distinctly american weapon used by doughboys in the trenches of france. The model 1897 was the precurser to the the model 12. The metal has about 96% original blue finish with some edge wear. My 1897 shotgun has a plain without checkering pistolgrip stock with a grooved forearm slide handle. What is a current value for a winchester m1200 trench gun in as 95% condition. I am currently working on a retro shotgun project which involves a model 1200 from 1965.