Winchester model 12 won t eject shells. I have tried everything to get it working right.

Winchester model 12 won t eject shells. The gun would not eject the shell. I know the winchester 1400's are problematic with this but can not find any information to fix this. At the skeet range the gun will only eject when I slam the stock back very hard and it will basically fall out of the gun. Just showing other people who are new to the Winchester model 12 shotgun, that if you think it has a loading problem it is probably just because you assume i Jan 21, 2008 В· Some time ago I bought an eBay 12-ga barrel, shortened it to 19. Aug 22, 2022 В· The model 12 has a 2 piece chamber ,if yours has a barrel changed from original a special reverse reamer is required to make the two pieces concentric and smooth . About 5 shells later, it hung up again, failing to eject the hull. Two years ago I bought some Winchester AA shell for dove hunting. I have had it several years. do not put a 20 gauge shell in a 12 gauge shotgun. 5" and put it on my winchester 1200. September 12 Sep 13, 2017 В· Have a 1912, 12 ga model 12, that's action works beautifully without ammo, but today I put a shell in the chamber, none put into magazine tube, fired the gun and could not eject the shell. I was firing it the other day with Winchester ammunition when my gun malfunctioned. It was stuck in place so I basically had to pull the shell out. The springy part and the solid part of that were not parallel with each other (not sure if they are supposed to be). 5"s. My purchase of a take down Model 94 450 Marlin did not go well. What I am trying to figure out is why? Sep 20, 2019 В· Then gunsmith re-installed the barrel extension, take up ring and lock and screw. I shot #2 Buckshot and some rifled slugs-- two rounds each. Apr 27, 2009 В· I shot my super-x 1 12 gauge Sunday. You do this by depressing the lifter and sliding shells in past the shell stop that retains them in the magazine tube; You can generally load 3 shells in a factory shotgun with a stock magazine tube. However ,, it has an ejector mechanism which ejects the shells after firing a round. do not use 3" or 3½" shells in a barrel with a 2¾" or 2½" chamber, or 3½" shells in a barrel with a 3" chamber. After return of the model 12 ejection/extraction issues occurred so model 12 was return to gunsmith. I was happy to read this post. Sep 27, 2021 В· The only thing strange was the ejector and ejector spring (item 30) on the parts diagram. But it's 100% designed to accept 3. i was just wondering what the problem could be and if it is an easy fix. The slugs shot OK but the buckshot hulls would not eject! I tried repeatedly to eject the hulls but no Jul 10, 2017 В· I own a model 37a, 20 gauge with a 2 3/4″/ 3″ chamber. 's Super-X load leading the way, the 1 1/4 ounce 12-gauge and 1 ounce 20-gauge loads were put up in 2 3/4 inch cases, but the 1 1/8 ounce 16-gauge shells were put up in the old 2 9/16 Oct 28, 2009 В· Hi everyone--My dad gave me a model 12 winchester 3 inch pump gun that was made in 1954 according to serial number. Good luck and good shooting. The only problem is that shells sometimes do not eject from the lower barrel, particularly with some shells. Gun's in decent shape and I've not yet tried firing it. doing so can result in a buildup of dangerously high pressures. Here are the details: it is a 2 3/4, but with a Hastings barrel (marked 2 3/4 or 3) that was installed by the previous owner. Thought it was a issue with the trigger group, bought a new one and same thing! Jul 26, 2009 В· Winchester 1400 serial # 136xxx. I bought a box of 16 gauge shells and tried to cycle a couple through the action and I was having problems with the gun not ejecting the shell properly. It has a 2 stamped on the underside of the trigger group. I understand that it may not be technically designed to eject shells in this matter. May 10, 2016 В· I have a 12 gauge Yildiz over and under. It does not have that shell stops that keep the shells deeper in the magazine tube like newer shotguns. I have a pre 64 winchester model 12 That wont eject the empty Jan 6, 2011 В· The trigger guard is a goldish color. The head of the shell rests and stops in a "nick" in the shell lifter and a nub on the bottom side of the breach block/bolt. It hung up on the first shell. Aug 17, 2004 В· Well I polished the chamber. I used it for ducks some time ago and it always worked just fine. When shooting low base shells, the gun will not eject them. where the winchester 37a does not eject but extracts the round after firing 4 - Next, load shells into the magazine tube. I have always shot Remington or Federal shot shell out of it. Mar 5, 2004 В· years back i recived a winchester model 1300 youth, as a gift from my father. I have tried everything to get it working right. Once you shoot it, with either 2 3/4 or 3 inch shells, you cannot pump it open for love or money. A 16 gauge, I've not yet determined the manufacture date. I clean the gun every time I shoot and I generally shoot 100 to 150 rounds in a day. I just recently purchased an old Winchester Model 12 16 gauge shotgun from a friend of mine that was in need of some TLC. The surface of the casing on the body will be rough instead of very smooth, you can see where the brass has formed itself into the tiny pits in the chamber, making it not want to "let go" of the chamber walls and be extracted by the bolt. Additionally the latest glitch is that the slide release button will not release the action. If there is anyone out there that has the same gun with the same problem and has fixed the problem please let me know what you did. You are correct that pre 30's gun are chambered for 2 9/16". Nov 15, 2003 В· Fire one shell at a time in the rifle and examine the fired casing for evidence of a rust pitted chamber. Jun 22, 2015 В· Hi folks, I have a 1951 Ithaca Model 37 that won't eject spent shells. If you do a search you'll find 500,000 variations on the same trick. Jun 21, 2017 В· I have a model 37 that I bought new in 1970 and have never had a problem with it. Fired 8 rounds and had one jam. I actually have a couple of other model 37's and I am quite sure the issue is that the spring that is behind the shell ejector (for lack of a better phrase) has worn out. The barrel came off very easily…tapered the extractor slot on down through the sleeve…back together…works like it should now. is marked. May 8, 2011 В· When some unfortunate polishing was overdone (along with other amateur-gunsmith-created problems) to a Model-12 Magnum, it made such a mismatch that a rod was needed to drive out any fired shell. I have checked the following: magazine spring, checked ok lift gate, ok return spring, ok right and left slide supports looked ok Jul 22, 2005 В· Ordinarily, $200-$275 would be about right to pay for a 1400 in good condition, but this one doesn't sound as though it's in good shape. The slicker a Model 12 pumps the nearer it is to death. I could not get shell to extract when using the button. If none are found, the fix could be as simple as changing ammunition. So any looseness may cause the hull to not want to clear the front of the ejection port. Out of about 32 shells, it hung up about 3 or 4 times. Nov 19, 2005 В· Every time I fire my gun it dose not eject the spent shell. The gun cycles like a dream in the livingroom, but when I fire it, the action jams closed, requiring a fairly vigorous blow to move the slide back to eject the empty. Sep 7, 2018 В· This is one of the primary reasons I decided to send it back. The shell I fired was an old super X, with plastic hull. Yeah so with the fiberglass barrel I won't be taking it down to the local machine shop. The cartridges slide in nice and smooth and eject with out a glitch…Thanks for the support…Now while I am on a roll, I think I will tune up the old 76, it has been a little tough to lever those 45-75 cartridges in as well. Oct 5, 2010 В· if the shell is not positioned in the feed lips properly if the back of the shell is not high enough then the bolt will grab the shell forward of the rim and can cause a malfunction like you're describing. This 20 gauge is very clean though. Will extract shells fine. Oct 21, 2012 В· I am new to the forum and would appreciate anyone's help. The shell will get stuck between the bolt and the front of the ejection opening. It is important to use the appropriate gauge and length of shells specified by the manufacturer to ensure safe and reliable operation. Nov 10, 2006 В· While the Model 12 does indeed have this problem, the older sister, the Model 1897, does not! The 97 receivers are the same for 12ga or 16ga, and function fine with 2 3/4" hulls in 16 ga. Don't know what he did but it is still the same way . anyways, after i fire and pull the slide back it does not eject the empty shell. It was almost impossible to cock the rifle, much less eject a round easily. May 15, 2024 В· The Winchester Model 12 is a popular shotgun model that is chambered to accept 2 3/4″ shotgun shells. If it is not marked 2 3/4" or for 2 3/4" shells then it is chambered for the older 2 9/16 shells. failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death and cause damage to your shotgun. Also, initially pushing the forestock … Oct 19, 2014 В· 1897 win won't cycle either I have the same issue as italstalyon. I have a 1400 that has been a sewing machine it just never misses a beat. Model 12 twelve guage will not eject shell unless trigger is pulled ie unless the gun has fired). it takes several quick tries of sliding to get it to ejectif it does at all. I had the opportunity to get a 1400 mkII last week in excellent shape inside and out so I bought it, got it home and put some rounds thru it and it will not eject the round or cycle [ I am not sure which ] you load 3 rounds pull the trigger she fire's then you Feb 16, 2023 В· first we reload our shells I have Winchester model 12, 12gauge That my dad owned. . Dec 2, 2007 В· We just purchased a new Marlin Model 60 22 cal. Customer: I have a model 12 winchester trap shotgun. I suggest that you post your repair questions in the Winchesters only forum. Then when you try to chamber the next round it doesn't get lifted up high enough to get shoved in the chamber and again the works are jammed up. This still did not resolve the ejection issues. This means 2 in the tube, one in the chamber. It would hardly go. Good luck with your exp they seem to be a nice gun. It shoots well. Discussion Winchester Model 12- not ejecting shell Author Date within 1 day 3 days 1 week 2 weeks 1 month 2 months 6 months 1 year of Examples: Monday, today, last week, Mar 26, 3/26/04 Nov 4, 2019 В· This appears to be your first Model 12. Using Remington Gun Club 1-1/8oz loads, about 6 out of 8 ro Sep 23, 2010 В· Circa August 2017. However, the last few times I have shot the gun out of about 50 rounds about 2 or 3 wouldn't eject but hang up in the barrel. Mar 17, 2006 В· When you try to eject a shell it doesn't get ejected all the way, it just ends up sticking partway out of the side of the gun and jamming up the works. That barrel needed to have the chamber sleeved to alleviate such a gross condition, and that repair is not cheap. OK taking it back to the range this week. We took a bunch of new shotguns to the range for test-fire today prior to shipping to their proud new owners, and one of the shotguns had consistent Fail-to-eject malfunctions from the get-go. Jan 4, 2009 В· We have inherited a model 12 skeet in 16 gauge. I have changed out the ejector and both extractors with corresponding springs. Dec 29, 2016 В· Well, the original post didn't mention there was a scope on it. It will eject the brass base shells. Will not feed shells and hangs up. Jan 12, 2021 В· You can load a shell into the chamber and then insert two shells in the tube but the gun will not allow the next shell to be advanced to the chamber after firing. My bet is that is the problem with ejection, too long shells. 243 Win w/ Redfield Revolution 4x12-40 Jan 24, 2010 В· I've got a Winchester Model 12, recently purchased, 1953 vintage 12 gauge, 30" bbl, field grade, with about 95% of the original bluing. When firing the gun I frequently get 'stove piping' and have to pull the spent cartridge from the ejection port. Apr 24, 2008 В· The spent shell will quite often hang up, as in stovepipe, in the breech. The only real solution is to turn the scope 90 degrees so the turret is out of the way. This has been tested over time in at least 10 different 16ga 97's. When the bolt is closed the little arm on the shell stop moves totally up and does not touch the shell to hold it in the mag tube. Jul 10, 2008 В· You're done. I took some picture of the slide forward, were the cartridge cutoff in not in position to hold shell is the magazine, and a picture with the slide pulled back, where the cartridge cutoff is in position to hold shells in the magazine. Dec 13, 2008 В· Hi, I have an old model 12 circa 1939 and when I put shells in the magazine with the bolt closed they will not stay in the mag tube. Sep 5, 2007 В· I can not shoot Winchester shot shell out of my 20-gauge shotgun. I've put over 1,500 rounds through it and I love it. After 7 days of ownership I sent it back to Winchester/Browning for repair. if the shell lifter isnt coming up high enough or the spring isnt strong enough to hold it up properly it will cause this. I have a model 1200 Winchester 20 gauge that I bought 36 years ago. Apr 12, 2010 В· this year it will not eject a full hull or a empty??the ejector arm is catching and holding the shell perfect, just fails to eject?? im sure there is a few ole-winchester fellows or gals can help with any clues as to to the problem or anser??just cant afford a smith at the time, and yes it is my spring turkey getter 3inch mag, Jul 13, 2016 В· Model 1897 will not eject spent case Jump to Latest 2K views 3 replies 3 participants last post by bobski Jul 14, 2016 Oct 19, 2008 В· Ithaca M37 Deerslayer w/ Nikon Pro Staff 2x7-32 Stevens Westpoint 167H Knight KRB7 w/ Bushnell 3200 Elite 4x12-40 AO Savage 110 . Bent it fairly parallel with my fingers and reassembled. These have brass heads and have less tendency to stick in the chamber. Anyone have any ideas? Thanks Apr 19, 2020 В· QUOTE="Shipbuilder, post: 8391779, member: 27372"]The gun is a 1961 three pin trap. what can I do to make it eject the steel base shells? Apr 10, 2015 В· The issue is the 16 gauge model 12 is built on a 20 gauge frame and the ejection radius is at the limit for 2 3/4 16 gauge hulls. With that many rounds downrange, the extractor will be worn some and won't eject the empties every time. (even shorter when measured) Sep 12, 2021 В· Model 75 ejecting problem|Winchester . Apr 18, 2018 В· model 12 twelve guage will not eject shell unless trigger is pulled ie unless the gun has fired). Ejected shells hitting the scope adjustment turret is a common problem when mounting a scope on a top eject model 94. Put the same unfired shells in it from before and they all ejected unfired. Jul 21, 2014 В· For some reason, when our ammunition companies brought out their high velocity, progressive burning powder shot shells in the early 1920s, Western Cartridge Co. So I took it out for Dove season, put a round in chamber and because I had not shot it in a long time decided to extract the shell and verify the barrel was clear. I wrapped the steel wool on a 12 gauge brass brush for 15 minutes. Just doesn't want to eject them to the point you think there is a major problem, switch brands of shells and its fine. Jul 12, 2006 В· Look on the barrel where the 16 ga. There are generally burrs inside of the chamber and the cheap bases of the shells get caught on said burrs and make it so you can't eject the shell. Second, polish the chamber using your drill, a wire bore or chamber brush, and some 00 steel wool wrapped around the brush. If you have a problem finding one, take a dremel and sharpen and shape yours up so that the claw will grab the shell rims good. My 97 12 ga take down won't feed the shells from the mag to the carrier. As we load the 22LR High Velocity rounds, we're only able to get off one shot. Dec 18, 2021 В· Friend has tasked me with determining why his old Model 12 won't eject reliably. If Winchester tells me that it's not an issue then I'll be happy. If it is the original barrel you could try polishing the chamber with a small brake hone. Using your fingernail see if you can feel a "step" about 1/4 inch in from the back of the Feb 5, 2021 В· A new one won't allow the weight of the bolt to move the slide and bolt back but an inch or so, but my 1958 12 gauge falls back nearly but not quite all the way. It feeds and ejects live shells ok. Dec 19, 2010 В· The shell carrier is working. 22 Rim Fire|Forum|Winchester Collector the problem is the empty shell won’t eject out of the receiver. It failed to eject the hull totally and when the bolt came back it crunched the hull. It fired but the shell ejector(I think that’s what it’s called) wouldn’t eject the shell at all. Dec 11, 2014 В· I live in the UK and have bought a Model 12 which dates from 1960. Cost $12 to repair. I keep it for self-defense, but have never fired it in this config till yesterday. I know at some point, 16 gauge ammo went from 2 9/16th to a bit longer length. TrapshooterJeff shows an excellent photo of this. It will easily eject snap caps if the trigger is pulled (Fired). Stu Wright went over the gun when he was still alive and refit the chamber ring , re blued the gun and fit a replacement trigger, The post office managed to lose the original trigger. I can't see anything else to do with the charging handle. Oct 23, 2013 В· People don't seem to think of pumps as temperamental i know i never did, but I have an mossy 835 that performs flawlessly with any shell you want to feed it except the experts. It seems as if the rim of the shell is hanging up on the lip of the carrier like the carrier doesn't drop down low enough. It looks to be the standard of pretty much all the other model 59s I've seen online, but I'm not seeing a screw-in choke. In both pictures I am holding the shell carrier down to take the shots. Aug 15, 2013 В· I agree- the model 37's are a heck of a good gun. Jul 3, 2023 В· The most common reasons why shotguns fail to eject shells are stovepiping, short stroking, weak ejectors, broken extractors, and faulty firing pins. He had it to a gunsmith who said he fixed the problem. You should not shoot 2 3/4" shells in it as the chamber is too short. I've seen some videos on youtube. He installed a new CHAMBER RING. 00 steel wool for about 20 minutes on medium to fast speed. 4 - Next, load shells into the magazine tube. As I try to eject the remaining shells, they simply get caught on the shell in the barrel, which didn't eject automatically. It slips out easily and the new one slides right in. Jun 22, 2009 В· It was worn badly. Jan 16, 2012 В· winchester model 140 wont eject a fired shell Jump to Latest 6K views 3 replies 4 participants last post by hunt-m-up Mar 18, 2012 Apr 15, 2023 В· Use it for trap shooting along with my other 16 and 12 gauge shotguns. It does eject the shell from the chamber just fine but that little tab won't release the next shell. If it does clear it just dribbles out. May 15, 2024 В· My Winchester Model 12 shotgun is not ejecting shells properly, what could be the issue? Failure to eject shells properly can be caused by various factors, such as worn-out or broken ejector parts, insufficient lubrication, or a dirty or obstructed ejection port. A worn out Model 12 may actually fall back enough to eject a fired shell if you do that. The slide release worked perfectly when the gun was empty. Aug 16, 2009 В· First, buy some target grade shells such as Win AA or Rem STS. This is annoying at timesespecially when shooting trap. I have a number of guns with 2 1/2 inch chambers and so I use my short reloads as well for the Model 12 2 3/4 inch guns also Nov 26, 2014 В· Here is a nugget of info for Stoeger owners. Examining each of these factors is the first step to diagnosing ejection issues. The empty shell is not ejecting. Had not shot it in a few years. eieqy jcmpfu rlwyw ehbpw nrhp bqbf ewxtdws rxaktu xtuni yafa