Winchester Model 12 Pigeon Grade - SKEET, 99%, PRE-1964 PUMP GUN, VINTAGE FIREARMS
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Category: Winchester Shotguns - Model 12 Pigeon Grade - Winchester Shotguns - Model 12

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Seller: Vintage Firearms, Inc
Company: Vintage Firearms, Inc.
Member Since: 5/19/07
First Name: jay
Last Name: shachter
State: Michigan
Zip: 49546
Country: United States
Phone: (616) 292-6240
Phone2: (616) 608-4337
Fax: (616) 608-4701
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 174
Total Number of Listings: 5134
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
3 days
Payment Types Accepted: credit card, check, certified funds, wire transfer (Advertised price represents the 3% cash discount price. Actual price if paid by credit card is 3% higher cost.)



Description:
Winchester Model 12 Pigeon Grade - SKEET, 99%, PRE-1964 PUMP GUN, VINTAGE FIREARMS 

Description:
Winchester Model 12 Pigeon Grade Pump Shotgun
SKEET, 99%, PRE-1964 PUMP GUN

General Specs: Winchester, Year 1961, 12 Gauge, 7lbs 15oz, Pump
Serial Number: 819297

The Winchester Model 12 is perhaps the finest pump action shotgun ever designed.  Winchester came out with the gun in 1912 and more than 50 years later stopped the production of the Model 12 as we know it in 1964 after the production of over 2 million guns.  The fit and finish of the Model 12 required much hand work by skilled workers.  The metal finishing was always first rate and standards were held high in every facet of production.  As time wore on, it was evident that the Model 12 could not be produced profitably and like most of the great Winchesters, 1964 was the end of the production.  The Model 12 was produced in many different grades and configurations, from simple Field Grade guns to elaborately engraved guns with exhibition wood and gold inlays.  The Model 12 was a winner in the Skeet and Trap fields all the decades it was in production and still winning tournaments today.  The Pigeon Grade encompassed the finest Winchester could produce with hand polished parts, upgraded wood and checkering, jeweled bolt and carrier, and options that could be specified by the customer.  The Pigeon Grade was a low production gun and has been sought after by collectors and shooters alike for it beauty and special features.  This gun was built as a Pigeon Grade Skeet gun, shipped between 1961 and 1964, and saw little use as it retains 99% condition overall.  The 26” vent rib barrel is choked WS1 (Skeet 1 choke) and retains most all of the original blue and has crisp sharp lettering and barrel stamps.  There are few light handling marks on the receiver and signs of use showing on the jeweled bolt, otherwise 99% blue.  The wood is strongly figured and retains 99% of the original finish.  This Model 12 is over 54 years old and shows near new.  It is nice that it has seen a little careful use, so you can enjoy shooting some targets or upland game with the gun.  Winchester guns have retained strong collector interest and the Model 12 Pigeon grade in high condition will continue to grow in value as they made a small number that still retain this kind of condition.  Thanks for looking!

Barrels

Barrel Length:  26"
Chokes:  WS1
Bores:  perfect mirror
Bore Diameter:  0.729
% Blue:  99%
Chambers:  2 3/4"
Ribs:  3 pin duck bill vent rib
Sights:  silver middle; white front

Action

Action:  jeweled bolt & carrier
Case Color:  99% factory blue
Screws:  excellent  
Trigger Type:  crisp
Trigger Guard Color:  99%

Stock

Type:  capped pisto grip/ skeet style forend; nice figure
LOP:  14 1/8"
LOP To End Of Wood:  13 7/8"
Checkering Condition:  excellent Factory
Butt Treatment:  factory plate

There are more photos upon request. We offer a 30 day mechanical warranty on this fine shotgun. Call us for full details. PLEASE SEE MY OTHER FINE VINTAGE FIREARMS. Just open one of my ads and click on the line that says “see all items from this seller” and a very nice list of fine sporting and collectible arms will appear. I have many more fine sxs shotguns not yet listed. Thanks for looking!

Payment Methods: Credit Card, Money Order, Certified Check, Personal Check, Wire Transfer (Advertised price represents the 3% cash discount price.  Actual price if paid by credit card is 3% higher cost.)
Inspection Period / Return Policy: Three Days from the date the item was received.
Sales Tax: 6% Michigan Only
Shipping & Insurance: Ground $45.00 We ship internationally!
Item Condition: Used
Requires FFL?: Yes

Call to purchase #616-292-6240.  If you have any questions please call or email us. Thanks! Vintage Firearms Inc 

SOLD

Curio/Relic: Yes