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Model 12 Winchester question
myshootinstinks
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I've acquired a M12, SN 169xxx, built in 1918. Mechanically solid, no apparent issues. The center number of the SN has been stamped over w/ some sort of insignia, looks like a reverse 3? Also the barrel magazine tube has no SN whatsoever. Any ideas as to the history of this???
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I'm a poor photographer but here's a couple of pictures. You can't read the SN but the center digit has a definite stamp over the original number, as I said, it looks like a reverse 3. The most curious thing about the gun is that there is no SN on the shroud over the magazine tube. I'm no M12 expert but I've never seen one like this. Thanks in advance. Doug
The non-serial numbered barrel assembly is most likely a factory replacement piece. I have no explantion for the over-stamped digit in the serial number on the receiver assembly. Both issues have a negative impact on the value.
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Thanks again, Doug