Winchester Model 12 12 Gauge Trench-Style Pump-Action, 20 Inch Nickel Steel Barrel, Takedown, 1926
This 1926 Winchester Model 12 stands out for its trench-style configuration with a perforated steel heat shield and bayonet-lug assembly, a 20 inch Nickel Steel barrel marked "NICKEL STEEL," and takedown construction with matching serial numbers on the receiver and barrel extension. It is slam-fire capable, retains Winchester proof marks at the takedown junction, and features a grooved corncob forend and walnut stock. No U.S. or flaming bomb martial acceptance marks were observed.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: Significant finish loss is present on the magazine tube, receiver, and barrel. The walnut stock shows many dings and scratches.
The shotgun retains its distinctive trench-style perforated steel heat shield with integrated bayonet lug and front sling swivel, paired with a 20 inch barrel and a front bead sight mounted on the handguard cap. The tubular magazine holds 5+1 rounds, and the action is slam-fire capable with an internal hammer.
The barrel is Nickel Steel and marked "NICKEL STEEL," a pre-1931 marking. The receiver and barrel wear a blued finish, and Winchester proof marks are present on the barrel and receiver at the takedown junction. The choke is marked FULL.
It is a takedown Model 12 with matching serial numbers on the receiver and barrel extension. Furniture includes a grooved walnut corncob slide handle and a walnut semi-pistol grip stock with a rear sling swivel and a checkered steel buttplate with the Winchester Repeating Arms logo. Length of pull measures 13.0 inches.
Sights are straightforward: a front bead and no rear sight. The gun was manufactured in the United States in 1926. No U.S. or flaming bomb martial acceptance marks were observed.