RE: J.C. Higgins 20 guage
UPDATE --- I JUST GOT OFF THE PHONE FROM THE RECALL HOTLINE
Only the 12 gauge models are subject to the recall .. the other gauge shotguns with similar model #'s are not considered to be unsafe and are therefore NOT a part of the recall.
I also have one of these older workhorses in 16 gauge ...model # is 583.14 and it is a dandy slug gun when just shoooting 2 3/4 " 16 ga punkin balls.
It groups unbelievably well at around 75 yards with some cheap plastic sights I taped on to it. They actually screw/clamp on to the barrell but were a little loose so a few wraps of electical tape held it tight. I can group around 3" at 75 yards with it.... plenty good enough for some late season walks in the woods.