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OldGuy51 · November 8, 2011, 11:45 PM

Still need to do some digging, but may have a line on a 20 ga. model 12 that, based on the serial number was made in 1931. Still going by pictures and a weak description, but the thing is in "fair" shape...I think. A couple of dings in the butt (imagine that after 80 years), and looks like some loss of blueing on the receiver (but not extensive).

I'll post some pics when I get them transferred, but any first thoughts?
We're still both doing the dance, so don't really know much...but looking for insights.

Cost?
Huntable?
Can it take modern loads, or is this a wall-hanger?

November 8, 2011, 11:45 PM	#1
OldGuy51 Junior Member Join Date: October 19, 2011 Posts: 5	20 ga. Winchester model 12...1931 Still need to do some digging, but may have a line on a 20 ga. model 12 that, based on the serial number was made in 1931. Still going by pictures and a weak description, but the thing is in "fair" shape...I think. A couple of dings in the butt (imagine that after 80 years), and looks like some loss of blueing on the receiver (but not extensive). I'll post some pics when I get them transferred, but any first thoughts? We're still both doing the dance, so don't really know much...but looking for insights. Cost? Huntable? Can it take modern loads, or is this a wall-hanger?