Winchester Model 12

Winchester Repeating Arms Company · Shotgun · Discontinued · 1912

Weight (empty)3400 g (119.9 oz)
Overall Length1257 mm (49.49")
Barrel Length762 mm (30.00")
Magazine Capacity5 rounds
Action TypePump Action
Firing MechanismHammer Fired
Effective Range40 m (44 yd)
Frame MaterialSteel

Primary Caliber: 12 Gauge

The Winchester Model 12 is an internal-hammer pump-action shotgun designed by Winchester engineer Thomas Crossley Johnson and introduced in 1912. Popularly named the 'Perfect Repeater' at its introduction, the Model 12 set the standard for pump-action shotguns over its 52-year high-rate production life. Distinguished by its all-machined steel construction with no stamped parts, the Model 12 earned a reputation for exceptional smoothness of action, reliability, and build quality that remains lege...

Country of Origin: United States

Designer: Thomas Crossley Johnson