J.C. Higgins (Sears, Roebuck & Co.) Model 583.16 bolt action 12 gauge shotgun

[Dans_Militaria]

Ad Type

1. For Sale
2. For Trade

Price

$200

Manufacturer

Other / Not Listed

Caliber

12 Gauge

City

Tigard/Newberg

State

Oregon

Zip Code

97223

Bought this from a great member of this forum a while back. I've brought her shooting a few times and was a ton of fun. Unfortunately ive made a (few) purchases that my other half hasn't approved of so I thought I'd thin the safe down a bit. I Didn't expect this much for a Sears but it's a blast to shoot. Some scuffs here and there and some personal additions the person before me must've added (like the welded metal on the safety to make it easier to push). Super tight choke and has pretty good accuracy for a shotgun made from 1945-1956. I was thinking about cutting down the barrel but might just sell it first so someone else can put their heart into it. This model has a magazine tube that can fit 2 2-3/4 in. Shells and 1 in the chamber. It has sling mounts as well as interchangeable chokes. I added a sleeve onto the stock which can hold 6 rounds on one side and 2 on the other. I'll include the 6 rds (3 00 buck and 3 Federal Birdshot) as well. If you have any questions feel free to send em. As far as possible trades I'm looking for a H&K mp5 in 22lr as a fun plinker but other than that just send me a message. Thanks for looking!

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[JVH30]

Love it, wish I could

 

[Dans_Militaria]

Love it, wish I could

Well if you change your mind I'll be here!

 

[Hemlock]

I have a shotgun like this in 16 gauge. You should check the magazine tube for a spacer. (duck plug) Mine holds 5 and one in the chamber.

 

[Dans_Militaria]

I have a shotgun like this in 16 gauge. You should check the magazine tube for a spacer. (duck plug) Mine holds 5 and one in the chamber.

I'll check later today, thanks for the help!!

 

[Dans_Militaria]

I wanted to add an edit, I removed the duck plug and now it can successfully fit 5 shells and operate smoothly with them. (Went shooting this Saturday with it). I will include the duck plug and a box of birdshot for whoever wants it. I'd like to sell it this month if possible!

 

[Esholalex]

Hello all. While I'm not here to rain on anyone's parade. We all need to be safe. It has been long enough that most people do not know or remember that this shotgun was recalled Several decades ago for a safety issue I have put a link here And you can also Google Sears shotgun recall and you'll get lots of information

Sears recalling 1950's era shotguns - Mar. 13, 1998

Sears Roebuck & Co. took the unusual step Friday of recalling a line of shotguns -- unusual because the guns are nearly 50 years old and the manufacturer is no longer in business.

money.cnn.com

I have turned in several over the years. Sears now does a gift certificate instead of the $160. And it's only w 25 or 50.

 

[Esholalex]

I've had a couple people ask some questions, the recall only affected 12 ga models. There were more than a dozen that failed but from what I can find only one resulted in a lawsuit. This gun still has value, maybe more value because so many were destroyed/ turned in that there are not as many out there. I just wouldn't shoot it.

 

[KCKracker]

If you head into WA lmk I'll buy it.

 

[Dans_Militaria]

If you head into WA lmk I'll buy it.

I might be able to this weekend, what's your availability?

 

[Hemlock]

Hello all. While I'm not here to rain on anyone's parade. We all need to be safe. It has been long enough that most people do not know or remember that this shotgun was recalled Several decades ago for a safety issue I have put a link here And you can also Google Sears shotgun recall and you'll get lots of information

Sears recalling 1950's era shotguns - Mar. 13, 1998

Sears Roebuck & Co. took the unusual step Friday of recalling a line of shotguns -- unusual because the guns are nearly 50 years old and the manufacturer is no longer in business.

money.cnn.com

I have turned in several over the years. Sears now does a gift certificate instead of the $160. And it's only w 25 or 50.

Mine does not qualify for the recall. It's a model 105-20 Ranger. I wouldn't turn it in anyway. It's worth more to me as sentimental value then $160.

 

[Dans_Militaria]

Mine does not qualify for the recall. It's a model 105-20 Ranger. I wouldn't turn it in anyway. It's worth more to me as sentimental value then $160.

I'm glad you have the sentimental value to your shotgun. It's good to hear. The recall is expired anyways since Sears is out of buisness

 

[MKB1988]

Is this still available?

 

[Dans_Militaria]

Is this still available?

Yes I'll pm you