Just picked up a model12 Trenchgun,Was told its an ARVN one thats come home.Its not US marked but it has proof markings and RIA on the butt.Really nice,cant wait to try the slamfire.Only problem thats bugging me is there is a crack at the wrist of the butt.Is this repairable or should I try to replace it?Anyone else have one of these?Dave
Winchester model12 Trenchgun
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Yes you can repair the stock with good wood glue,but it will be like those blue jeans iron on patches(will probably bust again right next to the repair)
or so has been my luck!
Your gun give it a go.you see those old Lee rifles with the piano copper wire
wraps.and the trappers and Apaches used wet buffalo and deer skin wraps.
Bob
or so has been my luck!
Your gun give it a go.you see those old Lee rifles with the piano copper wire
wraps.and the trappers and Apaches used wet buffalo and deer skin wraps.
Bob
I also have a Model 12 trenchgun with a crack in that same area. I don't think it can be repaired well. I plan on doing what 870P suggested which is to replace the original stock and set it aside. I just haven't come across a Model 12 stockset. I'll have to take some pictures post it here. Those shotguns sure have beautiful lines.
Replacement stocks for model 12's are a cinch to find. Western Gun Parts has them in stock. Last time I bought one (butt stock only), it was available finished or unfinished - prices ranged from $90 to $100 plus tax and shipping, if applicable.
They usually require minor adjustments to fit a particular receiver perfectly, so buying the pre-finished version seems pointless to me. Use a lock washer on the thru-bolt rather than overtightening and you'll reduce the chances of cracking the new stock same as the old.
They usually require minor adjustments to fit a particular receiver perfectly, so buying the pre-finished version seems pointless to me. Use a lock washer on the thru-bolt rather than overtightening and you'll reduce the chances of cracking the new stock same as the old.
Almost forgot to mention:
Keep your old stock. Trench guns are not sought after by collectors who are interested in "pretty" guns. They are collected for their historic value and military appeal. To the average collector of trench guns, a stock that was legitimately broken (over the enemy's skull or while diving for cover - it doesn't matter) has more value than a properly functional replacement.
I'm not dissing the idea of fixing the stock so the gun will be functional and safe to shoot, just pointing out that a cracked stock on a gun with this kind of provenance is not the same liability as a broken stock on a hunting gun.
The original stock should be retained even if only to be sold or passed down to the next generation along with the gun at a later date.
Keep your old stock. Trench guns are not sought after by collectors who are interested in "pretty" guns. They are collected for their historic value and military appeal. To the average collector of trench guns, a stock that was legitimately broken (over the enemy's skull or while diving for cover - it doesn't matter) has more value than a properly functional replacement.
I'm not dissing the idea of fixing the stock so the gun will be functional and safe to shoot, just pointing out that a cracked stock on a gun with this kind of provenance is not the same liability as a broken stock on a hunting gun.
The original stock should be retained even if only to be sold or passed down to the next generation along with the gun at a later date.
