Winchester Model 12 Pre-War 20 Gauge Pump-Action, 26 in Modified Choke, Takedown, 5+1
This pre-war 1941 Winchester Model 12 in 20 Gauge is a desirable takedown configuration with matching serial numbers on the receiver and barrel extension. It features a 26 in Winchester Proof Steel barrel with a factory Modified (MOD) choke pattern, a clean bore, and classic pre-war details that appeal to both shooters and collectors.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Specific Condition Notes: There are scattered cosmetic scratches, small blemishes, and areas of finish loss on exterior surfaces.
What’s Included
- Winchester Model 12 Pre-War 20 Gauge pump-action shotgun
Made in 1941, this pre-war Model 12 combines Winchester's classic solid-top receiver with a fine matted anti-glare strip and right-side ejection port. The takedown system makes transport and maintenance straightforward, and the receiver and barrel extension carry matching serial numbers.
The 26 in Winchester Proof Steel barrel wears a factory Modified choke, noted as the MOD pattern, and is set up with a single front bead for clean, uncomplicated sighting. It is chambered for 2 3/4 in shells and feeds from a 5+1 magazine capacity.
The furniture is plain walnut throughout, including a pistol-grip stock and a matching walnut forend. Length of pull is 14.0 in, and the buttstock is capped with a checkered steel buttplate bearing the Winchester Repeating Arms logo. The metal shows a blued finish, including the steel receiver.
Mechanically, it is the classic pump-action Model 12 layout with an internal hammer and a trigger system with no disconnector, making it slam-fire capable as originally designed. This configuration, combined with the pre-war build and correct features, underscores its appeal to enthusiasts who value period-correct details.