The Winchester Model 12 is widely regarded as the finest American pump shotgun ever made. The 28-inch field configuration with its perfectly balanced handling, smooth action, and machined-steel construction represents the pinnacle of pre-war American gunmaking. Production ended in 1964 due to manufacturing costs. Type: Shotgun Action: Pump-Action Caliber: 12 Gauge Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1912, USA Weight: 7.75 oz Overall length: 48.5" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Collecting