Winchester Model 12 20ga (Barrel Sleeved 28ga) (3-600929)

This Winchester Model 12 combines the unmistakable lines and smooth handling of Winchester’s classic pump-action design with a professionally sleeved 28-gauge barrel configuration. Originally built as a 20-gauge shotgun, the 26-inch single barrel has been sleeved for 28-gauge ammunition and is chambered for 2¾-inch shells. The result is a distinctive sporting shotgun that offers the character of a vintage Model 12 with the light recoil and versatility associated with the 28 gauge.

The barrel is fitted with an Improved Cylinder choke, making it well suited for close-range upland hunting, preserve shooting, and sporting applications where a more open pattern is preferred. A ventilated rib runs the length of the barrel and terminates in a highly visible front bead, providing a clean, intuitive sighting plane.

Its blued metal finish complements the shotgun’s richly figured walnut furniture. The semi-pistol-grip stock displays striking grain and warm coloration, while checkering at the wrist and forearm provides a secure, traditional grip. A fitted recoil pad completes the stock and contributes to the shotgun’s 14½-inch length of pull.

Weighing 7.30 pounds, this Model 12 has a substantial, steady feel while retaining the responsive balance expected of a sporting pump shotgun. The single trigger and familiar slide-action mechanism provide straightforward operation, while the sleeved barrel makes this an especially interesting example for collectors and shooters seeking a distinctive 28-gauge field gun.

Manufactured: 1948

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Winchester
• Model: Model 12
• Original Gauge: 20 Gauge
• Current Gauge: 28 Gauge, sleeved barrel
• Action: Pump Action
• Barrel Length: 26 inches
• Barrel Type: Single, ventilated rib
• Chamber: 2¾ inches
• Choke: Improved Cylinder
• Trigger: Single
• Stock: Semi-Pistol Grip
• Length of Pull: 14½ inches
• Finish: Blued
• Weight: 7.30 pounds