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| Above, the Winchester Model 12 I bought last April. Photo by Armand Vaquer. |
For those who are Winchester shotgun enthusiasts, here's something for you.
MSN has posted a slideshow of Winchester's shotguns that made history.
The Winchester Model 12 pump-action shotgun is the one I have. I bought it earlier this year and, according to its serial number, it was made in 1919.
They begin it with:
Today, Winchester’s shotguns are prized by collectors and hunters. The Model 1897 and Model 12 remain popular among cowboy action shooters and vintage gun enthusiasts, while the Model 1300 and 1400 are still used by hunters and sport shooters worldwide.
In many ways, Winchester’s shotguns are the story of American ingenuity and innovation, a testament to the company’s enduring influence on firearm design and manufacturing.
It’s a legacy that will continue to inspire and influence gun enthusiasts for generations.
To see the slideshow, go here.
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