2/14/1948
Early 1950's
The J.C. Higgins Model 103.13 is a shotgun that was manufactured by High Standard for Sears, Roebuck and Co. The production of this model began in the late 1950s and continued into the 1960s. Specific manufacture dates can vary, so checking the serial number can provide a more accurate date for a particular firearm.
The JC Higgins Model 20 58359 is a shotgun that was produced by the J.C. Higgins brand, which was associated with Sears, Roebuck and Company. This particular model was made during the 1950s to early 1960s. To determine its exact age, you would typically look for the date code on the firearm, but in general, it can be considered to be around 60 to 70 years old as of 2023.
Sears, the 583.19 has a roll mark date of 11/28/49. Sears has a safety recall on this specific model shotgun you should be aware of before firing.
your Winchester model 12 shotgun was made by Winchester in 1959.
what is the manufacture date of a model 59 winchester 12 gauge shotgun with serial number 262XX
The Marlin model 24 shotgun was produced by Marlin from 1908-1915.
Your Winchester model 1897 shotgun was made by Winchester in 1910.
Which Model?
The following link will give a general ides but I wouild need the assembly date code from the barrel to provide the month and year. http://www.histandard.info/PDF/Sears%20Shotguns.pdf
Early 1960's. There will be a two upper case letter assembly date code on the barrel. http://www.histandard.info/PDF/Sears%20Shotguns.pdf
The information your looking for can be found on the High Standard Collectors Association web page under links or GOOGLE "john stimsons high standard data",hope this helps