Winchester Model 12 16 Gauge Pump-Action, 26 in Nickel Steel Barrel, 2 3/4 in Chamber, CYL Bore, Vent Rib, Custom Walnut Thumbhole Stock (MFD 1936)
Notable for its 1936 manufacture and customized configuration, this Winchester Model 12 pairs classic takedown construction with useful upgrades. It features a 26 inch nickel steel barrel with a ventilated rib and a single brass bead, a 2 3/4 in chamber, and a true cylinder-bore choke. A custom walnut thumbhole stock with rollover cheekpiece and a rubber recoil pad with white/black line spacers complete the setup.
Built in the USA, this right-ejecting, internal-hammer pump retains the Model 12’s smooth handling and proven design. The barrel is roll-marked to indicate nickel steel construction, 16 gauge, 2 3/4 in chambering, and CYL choke. Capacity is 2+1 via the tubular under-barrel magazine, and length of pull measures 14.0 inches.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Specific Condition Notes: There are heavy signs of wear and handling across exterior surfaces. Scratches and blemishes are visible on the metal and wood. Areas of surface rust and finish loss are present.
What’s Included
- Winchester Model 12 16 Gauge pump-action shotgun as described
Manufactured in 1936, this Model 12 reflects the period’s nickel steel barrel construction and Winchester’s takedown system. Right-side ejection and the internal-hammer action contribute to the platform’s straightforward operation.
The 26 inch barrel retains a cylinder bore for wide patterns, with a 2 3/4 in chamber suited to standard 16 gauge loads. A ventilated rib with post supports and a single front brass bead (no mid-bead) provide a clean sighting picture.
The barrel is roll-marked "NICKEL STEEL - WINCHESTER - MODEL 12 - 16 GA. 2 3/4 CYL." confirming the chambering and choke. The tubular under-barrel magazine provides a 2+1 capacity.
Custom furniture includes a walnut thumbhole buttstock with a rollover cheekpiece and a rubber recoil pad backed by white/black line spacers. A smooth beavertail-style forend complements the stock, and the length of pull measures 14.0 inches.
The receiver is blued steel, matching the blued finish on the barrel. The gun’s U.S. manufacture and takedown construction round out a configuration that blends period-correct materials with practical custom stock work.