The JC Higgins Model 20 is a well-made firearm. Provided you have it checked by a competent gunsmith, it can handle any standard 12ga 2 3/4" shotshell. If the gun is not choked 'FULL' you should be able to use slugs.
The JC Higgins 583.16 is a bolt-action 12ga shotgun made for Sears by High Standard in 1948/1949.
The JC Higgins Model 20 was a slide-action shotgun made for Sears by High Standard. Value, depending on condition, can range from $100-$225.
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The J.C. Higgins Model 66 shotgun was produced by the High Standard Manufacturing Company. It was sold under the J.C. Higgins brand, which was a private label used by the Sears, Roebuck and Co. department store. The Model 66 was a popular pump-action shotgun, particularly in the mid-20th century.
The J.C. Higgins Model 5839 20 gauge shotgun was manufactured by the High Standard Manufacturing Company. It was sold under the J.C. Higgins brand, which was used by Sears, Roebuck and Co. for their sporting goods. The Model 5839 is a pump-action shotgun that was popular in the mid-20th century.
This is a model 11 bolt-action shotgun.
499 dollars
The JC Higgins Model 20 was a slide-action shotgun, not a pistol. Is that the gun you have? sales@countrygunsmith.net
$75-$125
This shotgun was first made in 1956
what is a J C Higgins Model 583.9 20 gauge worth
High Standard shotguns made before 1969 did not have serial numbers except for some exported models and the Model 10-A bullpup. Your shotgun has no serial number.