Winchester Collector - Forum: Winchester Shotguns

Bert H. on Model 12

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:05:27 +0000

Kellermark said

Kellermark said
I have a 12g full choke nickel steel 1935. What do you think it’s worth? Model 12

Winchester was not using Nickel Steel alloy barrels in the year 1935. What is the serial number? What is the barrel length & choke marking? Standard (Field) grade gun, or something else. Quite frankly, you need to post several clear detailed pictures of the gun before anyone can begin to assess the potential value.

Bert

Zebulon on A&F Model 21 orphaned barrel, case and tag

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:47:45 +0000

Chuck said

James W said
Does that mean that Cody sent the letter to someone last year? Can't they tell you who they sent it to? Or am I missing something? Thanks and good luck.

I doubt that they will give out personal info. Buy, they may contact the person for you.

I second Chuck's suggestion. What I would add is for the OP to draft a letter to the unknown presumptive owner of the Model 21 in question. Attach photographs of the case and spare barrel set, to prove good faith.

Then call Cody and secure their cooperation, advise them of your letter and get the name of the Cody staff person to send it to, along with a check to Cody as a donation to cover their time and postage.

They might help you if you call them instead of going through "all that trouble" but my experience with asking for favors from institutions thinks otherwise. Doesn't have to be much money but it will improve the atmosphere and sweeten the disposition of the staff person.

Kellermark on Model 12

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:46:54 +0000

Kellermark said
I have a 12g full choke nickel steel 1935. What do you think it’s worth? Model 12

Bert H. on Model 12

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 03:12:43 +0000

Seriously... 12-ga what? Your question not answerable.

Winchester manufactured many different shotgun Models in 12-ga... e.g. Model 1911, Model 1912, Model 21, Model 24, Model 25, Model 37, Model 40, Model 50, Model 59...

Bert

Kellermark on Model 12

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 02:32:01 +0000

I have a 12g full choke nickel steel 1935. What do you think it’s worth?

Chuck on A&F Model 21 orphaned barrel, case and tag

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:55:13 +0000

James W said
Does that mean that Cody sent the letter to someone last year? Can't they tell you who they sent it to? Or am I missing something? Thanks and good luck.

I doubt that they will give out personal info. Buy, they may contact the person for you.

James W on A&F Model 21 orphaned barrel, case and tag

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:59:45 +0000

Does that mean that Cody sent the letter to someone last year? Can't they tell you who they sent it to? Or am I missing something? Thanks and good luck.

Ernie Riling on A&F Model 21 orphaned barrel, case and tag

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:25:39 +0000

Hi! I recently came across the original A&F case, hang tag and set of 28" interchangeable barrels found on the letter for Winchester Model 21 #8768 and would like to reunite them with the current owner. Any help here would be appreciated! For what it’s worth, Cody said a letter was pulled as recent as the fall of 25’ for this item. I can be reached at 937-604-1374 - thanks!

Ricklin on Model 12 20ga 2 bbl set

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 21:21:17 +0000

Bert H. said

James W said
Or you could check with the Cody Museum and see if they have the paperwork. If they do, that might tell you if it was made as a two barrel set. Several ways to tell. Good luck.

Cody has no records for the Model 1912 except for the Polishing Room serialization records.
Bert

The primary reason that collecting Model 12's can be dangerous to ones financial well being. I like a little honest wear, it's impossible to fake. Be very careful with Model 12 shotguns.

Bert H. on Winchester Model 1897 Take Down Trench Shotgun

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 02:55:08 +0000

The mismatched serial numbers indicate the production dates were February and December 1915 respectively.

It is not possible to answer any of your questions about the use & history of the gun.

Bert

countryliving2019 on Winchester Model 1897 Take Down Trench Shotgun

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:34:57 +0000

Model 1897 12 Gauge shotgun full choke 2 3/4 in chambered barrel with breach & action. 28 in barrel was changed because shotgun originally riot gun at San Quentin prison. Excellent condition. Has 30 in barrell.

Serial Numbers: 623087/634062

I would like to know more info on who used the gun? What time period at San Quentin Prison? Who do I contact at San Quentin? How would I go about finding this out?? Thanks

James W on Model 12 20ga 2 bbl set

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:52:08 +0000

Okay. Thanks.

Bert H. on Model 12 20ga 2 bbl set

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:39:26 +0000

James W said
Or you could check with the Cody Museum and see if they have the paperwork. If they do, that might tell you if it was made as a two barrel set. Several ways to tell. Good luck.

Cody has no records for the Model 1912 except for the Polishing Room serialization records.

Bert

James W on Model 12 20ga 2 bbl set

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:07:42 +0000

What are the two numbers on the barrels? Do they both match the serial number on the gun? Does one of the barrels have the name SIMMONS on the side of the rib? They usually put their name on their barrels. Or you could check with the Cody Museum and see if they have the paperwork. If they do, that might tell you if it was made as a two barrel set. Several ways to tell. Good luck.

1790skeeter on Model 12 20ga 2 bbl set

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:56:40 +0000

Afternoon, I’m wondering if there’s anyone that could help me figure out if the gun I inherited was a 2 barrel set from the factory or if it was added via a simmons aftermarket set.

The serial number is: 1922456

Thanks