I have a pre-war police issue Model 12 , I carry that shotgun more than any other firearm I own , one of my favourite working guns . I also have a mid 1960s 870 Wingmaster that has given flawless service for many years , a truly reliable shotgun . I'd be hard pressed to choose between them , but the model 12 does fit me a little better . First world problems .
I like the way the M12 just twists into 2 pieces without tools.
A model 12 in 20 gauge is a bit hard to find these days , very nice . The take down feature is one of the reasons I like mine . It breaks down into a very inconspicuous package , mine has a factory 20 inch barrel that was a Corrections Canada issue gun , and takes seconds to reassemble . I also have a similiar set up on a Stevens Model 520 take down security model , like the model 12 , it also has the slamfire option . Not something that's needed in sporting applications , but these two weren't designed to shoot grouse with lol .
Ha, I forgotten about the slamfire, not something I use often.
A very clean 42 sold for $ 2000 CDN locally not that long ago , they're a very sought after model . The straight hand stock is definitely unusual , I can't say I've ever seen one . They were made in the day when you could get any option you wanted from the factory however . I've seen a few strange , documented , one offs from all the old American manufacturers over the years , this could be one .Ha, I forgotten about the slamfire, not something I use often.
Friend has a M42 but refuses to let it go.
Ken.
Ps. I don’t like it anyway, it has (Unusually i’d think) a straight hand stock like you’d find on a s x s.
Not often you see a .410 pump with a straight hand stick.
