I,ve got a older model 12 and I was just wondering if anybody else hunt,s with one and what brand of shell and # are they useing as this is the only sg I have at this time.
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Use #4, 5, 6 which ever the gun shoots the best. Those old guns shoot good. Take care of it worth a lot of money. 4-7 Hundred depending on the condition.
If you have an older model 12 like my Grandpa gave my brother you might want to get a good gunsmith to look at it first. It might not handle the punishment of todays turkey loads.
1. might not be safe
2. could ruin the gun
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Yea this model 12 is from the mid 20,s I bought it from a guy who had it given to him from his grandfather he was told it had about 3 boxes of shells every shot from it I,ve had a lot of guys try to buy this gun she,s real tight I,ve maybe shot 20 rounds through it since I got it.My dad has one and it from the late 30,s .
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I'd stick with lead shot.. no doubt. If she is as well kept as you speak of her.. then she is no doubt ready for action. A finer pump gun will never be built. The 70s model 870 Wingmasters were CLOSE.... but still not a model 12.
I'd pick up some Winchester Supremes, some Remington Premiers and a box of Federals with Flite Control wads. Put her to paper at 30 yards three times with each... see what you think. I personally have always shot #6s. Others have their preferences, go with what you see on your pattern paper. Take care of that gun... and don't let your buddies pry it away from you.
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Model 12 Winchester?
