I'm searching for the value of a WINCHESTER MOD.NO.1912 20-GA. FULL?

Question

AKA the MODEL12 orM12. A hammerless slide-action,i.e.,pump-action,shotgun with an external tube magazine.Popularly-named the Perfect Repeater.Has an approx.21"/21 1/4"barrel

Answer 1

Winchester Model 12

- 12 (introduced 1914), 16 (introduced 1914), 20 (initial ga., mfg. 1912, 2 1/2 in. chamber mfg. until 1927), or 28 (introduced 1937) ga., 25 (20 ga. only, mfg. 1912-14), 26, 28, 30, or 32 in. standard, nickel, or stainless steel (scarce) barrel with or without rib (matted, solid, or VR), 2 9/16 (early 16 or 20 ga., until 1927, at ser. no. 464,565), 2 3/4 (became standard 1927) or 3 in. chamber, 6 shot, blue metal, various chokes, hammerless, plain pistol grip or straight walnut stock and forearm, marked Model 1912 from 1912-1919, approx. ser. no. 172,000. Mfg. 1912-1976.


Value as follows( condition in % = Value listed under)


100%..... 98%....... 95%....... 90%....... 80%....... 70%....... 60%

12ga,

$650----- --$500----- $400---- --$350--- --$300--- --$250--$200

16 ga.

$750---- - -$575---- --$425-- --$400---- --$325-- --$275--$250

20 ga.

$975----- $800----- -$650---- $600--- -$550 - -- -$475--- -$450

28 ga.

$5,000..$4,500 ..$4,000 ..$3,750 ...$3,250 ..$2,750n ...$2,500

Special order features on field guns have captured much collector interest in recent years. Combinations of these features can add a considerable percentage to the base values listed. Rare special orders on rare variations are very desirable and prices can double and more if the combination is right. As is the case with most other collectible shotguns at this time, Model 12s with open choked barrels in shorter lengths are A LOT more desirable (and expensive) than a specimen with a 30 in. full choke barrel (most common). Values listed are for standard configuration (28 or 30 in. full choke barrel with no rib). For most Model 12s, values for condition factors less than 60% will approximate the 60% price, because of shooter demand. Premiums must be added for the rarer open choked barrels in shorter length on all gauges.
Original gauge can be determined by removing the buttstock and observing the gauge marking on the stock screw boss.
'Donut' post Winchester VRs are more desirable than the rectangular post.
Recently, some non-original, re-stamped 28 ga. barrels have been added to 16 or 20 ga. frames 'creating' a more desirable (and expensive) gun to unsuspecting buyers. Roll die markings are getting better and better so be very cautious when considering a non-Cutts 28 ga. (as in get a receipt specifying originality). 28 ga. ser. no. range is approx. 720,XXX to 1,857,XXX. 28 ga. Model 12s were available with both 2 3/4 (common) or 2 7/8 (infrequent) in. chamber. Believe it or not, there are getting to be a lot of fake Model 12 boxes that have been intentionally aged. Carefully screen NIB (watch the hanging tag also) specimens in this model.
Editor's Note: The Model 12 Winchester was produced continuously from 1912-1980. Over 2,027,500 were produced both in standard and deluxe (Pigeon) grades. Pigeon grades were first listed in 1914 and disc. during the war (1941). Reintroduced in 1948, they were disc. permanently in 1964, after which the Super Pigeon Grade became available only on a custom-order basis from Winchester's Custom Gun Shop. These guns are worth 50-300% premiums depending on gauge, barrel lengths, stock options, engraving patterns, etc.
With an attrition rate of 33%, Model 12s with rare features 50 years ago will only be much rarer today (and expensive). 28 ga. guns were built between 1934 and 1960. Gauge rarity in increasing order is 12 ga., 16 ga., 20 ga., .410 bore (Model 42), and 28 ga. Serialization breakdown by year of manufacture is provided under the 'Model Serialization' section of this book. When collecting Model 12s, ser. nos. on the underside of receiver (forward end), should match ser. no. on bottom rear of Mag. tube. Stainless steel barrel Model 12s were mostly mfg. in the late 1920s - early 1930s (65X,XXX serial range). Values typically range between $1,000-$2,500.
'Y' prefix appears on Model 12s built 1964-1980 - see listing under Post-64 Models..

Subtract 50% if with factory Cutts compensator.
The following add-ons DO NOT apply to 28 ga. values.
Add 40%-50% for Win. solid rib.
Add 50%-60% for Win. milled VR.
Add 10% for pre-WWII mfg.
Add 60% for each extra barrel(s).
Add 40%-50% for Win. special VR (offset barrel proofmark).

Good Luck & Happy Shooting !

Answer 2

it may pass from 900-1000 money...however the #4490 winchester variety 12 20 ga is as low as 800 money and the winchester variety 12 20 ga 28"finished can pass as low as 850 money!!

Answer 3

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