Winchester Ted Williams Model 300 12 Gauge Semi-Automatic Shotgun – 26" Vent Rib, Adjustable Choke
Built by Winchester for Sears from the mid-1960s through the late-1970s, the Ted Williams Model 300 pairs proven Winchester gas-operated engineering with distinctive catalog-era branding. Its alloy receiver keeps weight manageable, while a steel 26-inch barrel with ventilated rib and external adjustable choke delivers flexible pattern control without tools. Collectors value the “273” prefix that confirms Winchester manufacture and the connection to baseball legend Ted Williams, giving this autoloader appeal well beyond the typical field gun.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair – Shows extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Fair – Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Specific Condition Notes: Scratches and blemishes are visible on the metal surfaces and stock. Areas of rust and pitting are present but do not affect function. The bore remains clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- Winchester Ted Williams Model 300 12 Gauge semi-automatic shotgun
This Model 300 shares its core design with the Winchester Model 1400, offering the same gas-operated action and 4+1 tubular magazine in a Sears-exclusive package.
The external adjustable choke sleeve lets the shooter move between choke settings quickly—an uncommon feature on modern shotguns and a clear hallmark of this model’s era. Combined with the ventilated rib, it gives hunters and clay shooters immediate pattern versatility.
The polished-blue alloy receiver trims weight, while the matching barrel and small-parts finish maintain a uniform, period-correct look. Walnut furniture with pressed checkering and a pistol-grip profile provides a secure hold, and the factory recoil pad softens 12-gauge impulse.
A cross-bolt safety sits behind the trigger guard for intuitive operation. The 2 ¾-inch chamber reflects the standard shell length of its production period, making ammunition easy to source.