1929 Remington Model 12 .22 S L LR 24" Pump Action Rifle & Weaver 29S ScopeOur Assessment: Back in 1908 Remington wanted something to compete with Winchester's famed Model 94 but the faster, smoother operation of a pump gun had a lot of advantages. John Pedersen, the inventor of the Pedersen device used on rifles in WWI, had already designed several Remington shotguns. He was given the assignment to design a high-power pump to compete with Winchester's lever actions. He started with the Model 12 rimfire model in 1909 and designed its big brother, the Model 14 in 1912. The Model 12 and 14 rifles were butter smooth with a magazine tube that moved with the slide. This Model 12 rifle has a 24" octagonal barrel and is chambered in .22 Long Rifle. It has been upgraded with very nice checkered walnut stocks. This a nice little takedown rifle that probably served someone for squirrels and rabbits back in the day and will be fun for informal plinking! Please see our photos and good luck!
Make: Remington
Model: 12
Serial Number: 790894
Year of Manufacture: 1929
Caliber: .22 S L LR
Action Type: Pump Action Rifle
Markings: Standard Model 12 markings.
Barrel Length: 24"
Sights / Optics: The front sight is an aftermarket beaded blade dovetailed into the barrel. The rear sight is a "V" notch sight with an elevation screw, it is dovetailed into the barrel. The left side of the receiver is installed with a base and rings holding a Weaver 29S scope. The scope has scattered wear and oxidation. The scope has a crosshair and clear glass. The scope rates in Very Good condition
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are upgraded checkered walnut with a capped pistol grip, straight comb, and crescent metal buttplate. There is a thin hairline crack on the forend at the front. There is a small splice repair on the left side above the safety. There are some scattered compressions and some light dings. The checkering is sharp. The LOP measures 13" from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stocks rate in about Fine condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There are a few little pinpricks of minor surface erosion in the bore. In this writer's opinion and for the age, the bore rates a 9 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 80% of its metal finish. The two portions of the receiver are serial matching. There is scattered oxidation. There are some nicks, scuffs, and scratches. There is finish wear on the edges. There are some scattered light handling marks. There are areas of thinning and finish loss. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a more thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is the previously described scope.
CA LEGALITY: C&R: YES, CA PPT: NO.
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