The winchester repeating arms companys model 1866 was a refinement of the henry that used a new loading gate in the receiver and a wooden hand guard. Books by ned schwing author of standard catalog of military. Buttplate winchester model 42 gun parts antique firearms. A basic field gun in original condition is usually full choke and 26 or 28 barrel length and certainly worth a grand. Simmons work on the mod 42 by gbertolet sat nov 04, 2017 4. Contrary to traditional views, winchester did install factory ventilated ribs on its model 42. I know this is a valuable book and am wondering what the best place to sell it is. Dave riffle has the greatest hammerless repeating shotgun ever built. The mystery is that the serial number on the gun is six numbers with an x stamped at the end. Contact 275 winchester avenue morgan, ut 84050 8003333288 8018762711. Unfortunately, the previous owner let it rust quite a bit, unintentionally, by keeping it wrapped in a blanket for 30yrs. It belongs in every selfrespecting gunowners library. See all books authored by ned schwing, including standard catalog of military firearms, 1870 to the present. It does not appear to be filled in or ground in any way.
If you own or are interested in collecting the model 42 then this is probably the primary book that you will want in. The model 12 was designed by winchester engineer t. Each manual took arnold months to prepare and to the best of our knowledge the set was never mass produced. Those six numbers by themselves indicate that the gun was made. The duo discuss the relics that have built the reliable foundation of winchester, including the classic model 42 shotgun. Introduced during the great depression, the model 42 was produced until 1963. Model 42 shotguns designed by william roemer and introduced in 1933, the model 42 slide action shotgun was chambered exclusively for.
If you own or are interested in collecting the model 42 then this is probably the primary book that you will want in your hands to guide you through the confusion. The model 42 was produced from 1933 thru 1963, with a production of about 160,000. The new winchester model 1873 sporter is color case hardened, which gives the rifle a timeless look. The model 21 is considered by many to be not only winchesters finest gunmaking effort but also one of the finest americanmade shotguns ever produced. Ned schwings most popular book is hatchers notebook, revised edition classic gun books series. These unique rifles and shotguns are commissioned by and sold through a specific dealer or group of dealers. One will literally refer back to this book innumerable times to find the dates of manufacture for a specific model, the serial number to date the year that ones.
Discussion in for sale participating members only started by mike k p, jan 21. Buttplate winchester model 42 gun parts antique firearms, winchester, marlin, remington jimenez, bryco jennings, buttplates, barrels, sights, screws description. It is a reproduction of an original buttplate made from high quality urethane. We have just about any part you need winchester gun parts model 42 shotgun parts. This book ranks near the top as one of the alltime favorite collector firearms. Johnson, and was based in part on the m189397 design by john m. The rifle comes with the choice of a grade i or ii walnut stock with a stain oil finish and cut to the original model 1873s pattern. The winchester model 1912 also commonly known as the model 12, or m12 is an internalhammer pumpaction shotgun with an external tube magazine. When the model 70 was introduced way back in 1936 it represented what i consider to be the ultimate culmination of the american boltaction hunting rifle. Ned schwing has 27 books on goodreads with 176 ratings. Winchester model 42 winchester model 42 midwest gun works. I was at a flea market this summer with my little boy and just as i was getting ready to leave i noticed a hardback book with a winchester 70 on the cover sitting on top of a stack of tires.
Oct 21, 2010 the model 42 was an exact scale replica of the model 12 which was probably one of the strongest and best quality pump shotguns ever made. Introduced in 1933, the model 42 was originally chambered for 2 and 12 inch ammunition and later in 1939 for 3 inch ammunition. Model 42 parts dave riffle gun sales winchester guns. This special gun is a completely unique firearm that is often misunderstood and misinterpreted. Buy winchester model 42 winchester model 42 factory replacement gun parts, accessories and gunsmithing service on most manufacturers including browning, winchester, fn america, beretta, benelli franchi, stoeger, remington, bushmaster, marlin, sig sauer, hk and many more. I am in the process of looking for a spare barrel to shoot it with, while keeping the original barrel slathered in oil to prevent further rust. Discussion in for sale participating members only started by mike k p, jan 29, 20. Factory service and repair for this model was discontinued in february of 1972. Discussion in for sale participating members only started by mike k p, jan 21, 20.
It was published by krause pubns inc and has a total of 160 pages in the book. There is a consensus that the author, ned schwing, gives you the most accurate and complete book on the model 42 ever written. Ned schwing books list of books by author ned schwing. What to know about the winchester model 42 shotgun. Home winchester fine doubles over and unders big game rifles other guns model 12 book how to order about us contact winchester stocks and forearms model 42 parts sitemap dave riffle gun sales, inc. I dont know when he bought it but he passed away in 1953 soon after i was born. The title of this book is winchester model 42 and it was written by ned schwing. It has been called the bible on the winchester model 42. Author ned schwing gives you the most accurate and complete book on the model 42. I dont know if they offered the rib on othe models besides the skeet gun. We were loaned a set of the original drawings by a generous collector in new hampshire and reproduce manuals for models 37, 42, 50, 61, 63, 69a, 70, 72, 75, 88, 94, 12 and 12 featherweight, 1200. I have a winchester model 42 410 3 inch chamber skeet grade shotgun in very goodexcellent condition. There is consensus that the author, ned schwing, gives you the most accurate and complete book on the model 42 ever written.
A scaleddown version of winchester s classic model 12 pumpaction shotgun, the model 42 was a sweet little scattergun that still holds value to collectors. It has a winchester logo on the front, and also has a slight curve. However, subject of what is a factory rib and what is not has been covered in great detail in an excellent book on model 42. I have a winchester model 42 shotgun that belonged to my dad. I am trying to find a cop of the ned schwing model 42 book.
Model 42 parts dave riffle gun sales winchester guns for. If you want your model 42 to sound like a machine gun, stick with the original americanmade gun. I dont have the scratch for a model 42, but a pump shotgun i wouldnt cry over that doesnt kick the snot out of me might be a reintroduction to get me back into scatterguns. Guns international advertising policy this sites purpose is to bring gun buyers and gun brokers or sellers together by advertising guns or gun related items and services for sale online. The model 1912 shortened to model 12 in 1919 was the next step from the winchester model 1897 hammerfired shotgun, which in turn had evolved from the earlier winchester model 1893 shotgun. Designed for the winchester 52, and will fit models 56, 57. The model 42 was a flawlessly produced little pump gun, chambered only for the diminutive. All that is there is the fancy lettering winchester used to use way back in the day stating the model. Collectors are urged to seek expert advice on these rare and expensive guns.
The model 42 was an exact scale replica of the model 12 which was probably one of the strongest and best quality pump shotguns ever made. Winchester model 42 by ned schwing for sale online. Fjestad the model 42 was the 1st pump action shotgun designed for the. Certain winchester repeating arms products are called exclusive products. Jul 29, 2015 the new winchester model 1873 sporter is color case hardened, which gives the rifle a timeless look. Somewhat peculiar repair to the stock on the right side done very well that is hightlighted in the photos.
Popularly named the perfect repeater at its introduction, it largely set the standard for pump action shotguns over its 51year highrate production life. Fs winchester model 42 book by ned schwing trap shooters forum. Buy the winchester model 42 by ned schwing online at alibris. Forums trapshooters marketplace for sale participating members only. This price is for a ftf within 1 hours drive of philadelphia. This is the buttplate for winchester model 42 japanese mfg.
For those who are interested in winchester firearms,and rifles and shotguns in general, this book is a feast for the eyes. Research has lead me to believe that the barrel was sent to poly choke and installed at their facility since winchester only used simmons for factory installs. Buy a cheap copy of the winchester model 42 book by ned schwing. A stock was made that was a melding of the model 1895 winchesterlee and the foreend design from the model 1885 target based on a custom stock of. I am taking shipment of a 1954 model 42 with a poly choke vented rib with a fixed modified choke barrel. With an active marketplace of over 175 million items, use the alibris advanced search page to find any item you are looking for through the advanced search, you can find items by searching specific terms such as title, artist, song title, genre, etc or you can narrow your focus using our amazing set of criteria parameters. A life that has the stories to back it, and a bright future ahead. Nu line is now stocking some original factory parts and reproducing other winchester model 42 parts. Absolutely delightful winchester model 42 very nice shotgun. The model 12,19121964 available for purchase online at. Winchester repeating arms has been redefining the firearms industry since 1866. Winchester repeating arms all models gun values by gun.
Winchester is more than a cartridge, more than a rifle. Books by ned schwing author of standard catalog of. Winchester model 42 410 skeet grade value the firearms. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Fs winchester model 42 book by ned schwing sold trap. Bluing is near perfect with few nicks near the muzzle. Price includes core charge sold with the understanding that this part will be installed and fit by a qualified gunsmith. The model 21 is considered by many to be not only winchester s finest gunmaking effort but also one of the finest americanmade shotguns ever produced. Winchester model 42 with poly choke vented rib by rmansberger thu jan 05, 2017 1. I have a brand new winchester 42 book by ned schwing. With the expansion of the sx4, sxp and xpr model lineups there is more innovation and more great guns to choose from.
Former employees and factory drawings substantiate this fact. Winchesters marketing slogan was quite a bold statement, but one that was not braggadocio. This includes the rifles straight grip, which even today gives the firearm a pretty dynamic profile. These may or may not be limited in quantity, but they are generally available only through the dealer s or sources listed with. It appears that it has been used quite a bit in the past, but has most recently been sitting for several years. The model 42 is a scaled down version of the model 12 shotgun. More than a tight group, more than a perfect morning in the woods. Each page is truly a masterpiece and if you own one of these guns you should have the companion book. It was manufactuered in 1955 and has 9095% bluing remaining with some minor handling marks. Winchester offered extra interchangeable barrels for its model 42s, at customers request beginning in 1934.
I dont personally know much about that model, and it has been pestering him for quite some time. Does anybody happen to know if this was a common thing. I handmake custom stocks and forend sets for winchester model 12 12, 20 and 28 gauges, also trap, and for the winchester model 42. It has been called the bible on the winchester model 42, this copy is in tight mint condition except for a slightly bumped back bottom tip on hard cover.