Winchester Model 12 Featherweight 12 gauge

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Originally Posted by Joe Graziano

I inherited a M12 featherweight from my father. He bought it at the BX while stationed in Japan, around 1959. He shot the guns for years, as I have. It also has a full choke. I’ve used it for trap and on ducks. It’s really not great at either. Before I knew better, I put lots of hot steel through the full choke. Never had a problem. But, it kicks something fierce. In my opinion, it’s not a great shotgun for anything. But, I love it because it was my father’s.

I recently bought a M12 Featherweight. It is like new. 30" full. I have not shot it yet. I won't shoot steel in it. If I want to shoot it at ducks I'll buy bizmuth. The gun feels excellent. It is light and quick. Nice old shotgun.