Jc higgins 12 gauge bolt action northwest firearms. General knowledge model identification ammunition specs. Note that neither numrich nor jack first have complete listings of the sears bolt action shotguns. Jc higgins bolt action owners please read shotgunworld. Higgins parts and accessories from the huge selection of numrich gun parts the worlds largest supplier of gun parts. However the patent if not for the shotgun design but for a feature for bolt action guns that automatically applies the safety whenever the bolt is cycled since the model 10 did not have this feature the patent is not really a. Indicates that the documents are not currently available. Higgins model 85 pistol owners manual reproduction. Of all of my fathers guns, i inherited his jc higgins 20 g bolt action. He never ever had an issue with it, and it still works. I dont know if im interested in selling it, but i would like to know how much it is worth in case i decide to. If anyone knows anything about guns and would like to help please do.
Sears bought the rights to the design around 1948 and then they were manufactured for sears by high standard. Apr 27, 2019 what year did sears roebuck sell the jc higgins pump shotgun model 20 583. It was the result of a person who was injured when he opened the bolt of of a model 10 jc higgins 583 3 12 gauge bolt action shotgun. Higgins model 60, a semiautomatic shotgun manufactured by high standard, unsure of exact model. Jc higgins model 11 bolt action shotgun gun owners manual revised 1957. Apr 16, 2020 of all of my fathers guns, i inherited his jc higgins 20 g bolt action. Jc higgins model 11 bolt action shotgun list of parts and assemblies original. Higgins hunting shotgun manuals when you shop the largest online selection at. Jc higgins 410 bolt action model 101 help shotgunworld.
The problem was that the bolt stop screw had been stripped which. There was a baseless recall by sears on this model by sears they are one of the best bolt action shotguns ever made. This shotgun is a good, inexpensive choice for someone looking to shoot something that recoils less than a. Boltaction the lowest priced 6shot repeater available. However the patent if not for the shotgun design but for a feature for bolt action guns that automatically applies the safety whenever the bolt is cycled since the model 10 did not have this feature the patent is not really a persuasive argument. Jc higgins bolt action shotgun parts northeastshooters. Higgins bolt action shotgun recall picture firearms. Gun manual for nearly every firearm on the planet ebooks pdf free download links 37 survival downloads and handbooks small arms of the world. Higgins model 51, same as the model 50 with a fancier checkered stock with cheekpiece. I just happen to like older guns, especially bolt action. This shotgun holds 5 rounds of 2 34 12ga shotgun rounds. Higgins bolt action 12gauge model 10 shotgun during the 1950s. Bolt stop screw i,ve been searching for information about the lawyers recall language on the j. Higgins shotgun parts and upgrade your home workout.
Gun manual for nearly every firearm on the planet ebooks pdf free download links. We have discussed this before sears had a recall of their bolt action 12 g shotguns and the defect was described as. History the model 20, pump action shotgun is a prime example of the excellence, ingenuity, and craftsmanship of american manufacturing in the post war years. The j c higgins model 20 pump shotgun 583 55 was actually made by sears. It loads from beneath into a smooth tubular magazine. It fires the 16gauge, which i love, its accurate, and its bolt action. It seems that the injurys occured when the shooter cycled the bolt while sighted on the target and the bolt stop screw failed, letting the bolt come out of the gun under his own power, striking the shooter in the eye. It is advisable to remove this assembly only when necessary. Usa customers you can continue placing orders on our website.
Higgins model 52 a bolt action 22 hornet made by sako, model l46. What year did sears roebuck sell the jc higgins pump shotgun model 20 583. Bolt action the lowest priced 6shot repeater available. He did have to have a new bead put on it when i was in elementary school which was many many many years ago. Jc higgins bolt action shotgun 701 kb jc higgins model 11 shotgun 348 kb jc higgins model 20 shotgun 944 kb jc higgins model 21 shotgun 786 kb jc higgins model 25 shotgun 383 kb jc higgins model 29 shotgun 650 kb jc higgins model 35 rifle 419 kb jc higgins model 50 rifle 1. Jc higgins bolt action shotgun vintage gun leather. Operation and cleaning plus a parts list and schematic. The problem is sears issued a recall on this shotgun.
This rifle has a 28 inch barrel with an adjustable choke and a 5 round tubular magazine. Higgins long guns exploded gun drawings digital pdf download. Introduced in 1946 and offered in 12, 16 and 20 gauges, production continued until the early 60s, when sears discontinued the j. Higgins bolt action 12gauge shotguns due to a potential problem with the bolt latch assembly. Apparently there is a chance the bolt will fly off and hit you in the face. Gun manual for nearly every firearm on the planet ebooks. This video will walk you through the bolt removal and the complete teardown of the trigger. Higgins bolt action shotguns and the ones that have been. Model 20 pump action shotgun chambered in the 12 gauge. Sears bolt action shotguns made by high standard indicates that the documents are not. Gun manufactuers and manuals for vintage and modern guns. Jc higgins model 36 owners parts gun manual instruction. Your gun is what i call a store brand name shotgun. I know that when he had that done, they were no longer selling.
There is also a cracked metal remanant of what i guess is the old tube the part that goes inside the outside tube where it slides in outer tube is not cracked. Gun manuals find that manual for your old gun or help me. Wikianswers for jc higgins shotgun problemyou may want to hold onto it. How do you disassemble the j c higgins model 5831101 16. The best american made pumpaction shotgun of the 20th. Of hammerless, tubular magazine construction, it shoots. It could be alot of guns because jc higgins guns were made by other co. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands.
This is safe and accurate gun with a fast action bolt. This shotgun is a good, inexpensive choice for someone looking to shoot something that recoils less than a 12 gauge but offers more shot volume than a 20 gauge. Trick out or upgrade your firearm with the largest gun parts selection at. Oct 28, 20 we have discussed this before sears had a recall of their bolt action 12 g shotguns and the defect was described as. Bolt action shotgun with tubular magazine markings. The j c higgins bolt action shotgun recall only affected certain models of the early production gun in 12 ga. Its the number one place to go if youre looking to buy firearms and shooting related equipment. This shotgun was marketed by sears but made by high standard in the 1950s. History these bolt action shotguns were made between 194546 and 1956. Gun manuals find that manual for your old gun or help me find a manual. Jc higgins long guns exploded gun drawings digital pdf download. Sears bolt action shotgun manuals sears bolt action shotguns made by high standard indicates that the documents are not currently available. Now im going from memory here, but as i recall it the models number up to 5817 were recalled because of that bolt problem.
The defect was not a result of actully firing,or the gun blowing up. Jc higgins model 20 12 gauge shotgun national gun forum. This is a factory original manual for a jc higgins model 42. What is the value of a j c higgins shotgun model 20. Sears bolt action shotguns made by high standard indicates that the documents are not currently available. It has been sitting in a gun cabinet for some time and its in great condition, it is in great working condition. Jc higgins 11 trigger bolt action shotgun vintage sears gun part. J c higgins shotgun the jc higgins model 20 was manufactured by high standard firearms company.
Gun manual for nearly every firearm on the planet ebooks pdf. Sako 75rh bolt action rifle in 7 languages operations manual. Genuine walnut stock, and rubber recoil pad are furnished as standard equipment. With gun still upside down, pull bolt operating handle completely to rear. Higgins model 20 12 gauge pump action shotgun sep 30. Trigger guard assembly will come free of the receiver as a unit see figure 4. So, i bought a jc higgins bolt action tube fed 12 gauge at the last gun show and came across today that there is apparently a recall on my specific model. Jc higgins model 31, 28, 29 and 30 autoloading rifle. Rest heel of stock butt on chair or floor, grasp gun barrel with left hand near muzzle.
The problem was that the bolt stop screw had been stripped which allowed the bolt to come out. Higgins model 51l, a bolt action centerfire rifle with a husqvarna action. Not quite sure what model you have, the cross reference listing lists two j. Higgins shotgun parts and upgrade your home workout gear with the largest online selection at. You may have a worn bolt, a worn receiver or a bad magazine. Sold firearms under the following models and who manufactured them. River of guns searches hundreds of forums so you can find the best deals on guns and gear. Sears jc higgins 1949 bolt action shotgun manual cornell.
Jc higgins long guns exploded gun drawings digital pdf. The jc higgins model 10 shotguns are still pretty common and i handled and fired a. In same manner clean bolt, getting fouling out of extractor, off of bolt face and firing pin, and out of machined cuts in boll. The shotgun features a blued steel vented barrel and receiver with solid walnut hardwood stocks. Higgins shotgun cleaning kit available at any sears. The inside of the barrel has a beautiful mirror finish. The download is the perfect aid for anyone looking to identify and order replacement parts, or take a gun apart for cleaning and simple repair. The internets best resource for shotgun information. Exceptionally nicemay be nos trigger for vintage jc higgins model 11 bolt action shotgun. This video will walk you through the bolt removal and the complete teardown of the trigger guard assembly. I have several stevens, mossberg, and marlin bolt action shotguns.
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