Winchester Model 12 16 Gauge Pump-Action, 28 in Plain Modified, 2 3/4 in, 1959 Takedown, Blued, Matching Numbers
This 1959 Winchester Model 12 in 16 gauge is a well-preserved example with matching serial numbers on the receiver and barrel assembly. It features a 28-inch plain barrel with a Modified choke and a 2 3/4-inch chamber, a blued finish, and the classic Winchester Proof Steel marking. The gun retains the Model 12's takedown design, 5+1 capacity, and internal-hammer action with slam-fire capability.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: Considering its 1959 manufacture, it shows minimal evidence of prior use.
What’s Included
- No bag included
The Model 12's 28-inch plain barrel is marked "WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL" and is paired with a Modified choke and a 2 3/4-inch chamber, making this configuration a classic and versatile 16-gauge setup. A single front bead provides a straightforward sight picture.
This shotgun retains the original takedown design with a tubular magazine for a 5+1 capacity, combining portability with time-tested reliability. The internal-hammer action is equipped with no trigger disconnector (slam-fire), reflecting the mechanical design typical of the era.
Stocked in walnut, it features a pistol-grip buttstock capped with a Winchester-branded checkered hard-rubber buttplate, along with the grooved corncob-style walnut fore-end. The receiver and barrel wear a glossy blued finish that complements the traditional lines of the gun.
Matching serial numbers on the receiver and barrel assembly add to the appeal for buyers who value originality and consistency across major components. Length of pull measures 14.0 inches, offering a comfortable fit for many shooters.