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1950 solid rib 20 gauge Model 12

deerhunter

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September 18, 2026 - 1:02 am

Stopped by my LGS today and couldn’t pass up this Model 12 with a factory solid rib in 20 gauge. Manufactured in 1950 and in about 95% condition. Out the door for $500!!

Don

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Bert H.

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September 18, 2026 - 1:24 am

Nice looking gun, and at a very reasonable price!

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September 18, 2026 - 1:35 am

Bert H. said
Nice looking gun, and at a very reasonable price!

Thanks Bert. I have about 3 cases of 20 gauge shells and had no 20 gauge shotgun to shoot them in. Problem solved!!

Don

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September 18, 2026 - 2:00 am

Very nice Don. I’ve been a fan of 20 ga. since day 1 of my shooting career. Many pots have been filled with that charge. I never did acquire a model 12. I’m envious.

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September 18, 2026 - 2:07 am

Very nice, Don. Proof that it pays to visit the LGS!

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September 18, 2026 - 4:49 am

Great looking gun you have there, deer hunter. I’ll bet you have a wonderful time with that gun. Good luck.

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September 18, 2026 - 1:21 pm

All I can say is WOW

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September 18, 2026 - 2:19 pm

Don, would you be interested in a quick partnership trip to Las Vegas?

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September 18, 2026 - 4:26 pm

Very nice and affordable find!

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September 18, 2026 - 9:46 pm

Thanks fellas. Goes to show, don’t overlook your LGS!! I’ve found a few of my nicest Winchesters at my LGS and the prices were the most reasonable. For instance, here’s a couple more I found at the LGS over the years. That Model 70 super grade “RCS” African has been my greatest LGS find of all-time.

https://winchestercollector.org/forum/whats-new/must-be-my-lucky-day-1957-model-70-super-grade-african-in-458-winchester-magnum/

https://winchestercollector.org/forum/the-winchester-collector-magazine/spring-2025/

https://winchestercollector.org/forum/whats-new/model-1894-25-35-wcf/

Don