The switch on the side of the Model 20 JC Higgins pump shotgun is typically the safety mechanism. This safety switch is designed to prevent accidental discharge by blocking the trigger mechanism when engaged. It is usually located near the rear of the receiver for easy access by the shooter. Engaging the safety ensures that the shotgun cannot be fired until the safety is disengaged.
what is a. jc Higgins pump shot gun. model 20-12 gauge worth??
The JC Higgins 12 gauge pump action shotgun, model 20-1264 583.55 is valued at $175 in excellent condition. In fair condition, it is valued at $90.
A 1953 JC Higgins shotgun 12 gauge model 20 pump is values at about $150. It was sold by Sears Roebuck.
Your 12 g pump shotgun was made for Sears by the High Standard Company- it was their Flite King model shotgun.
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.
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 JC Higgins Model 21 is a pump shotgun, not a rifle. Reassembly should be done by a competent gunsmith.
Made by Stevens, 1940's.
$125-$175.
Your shotgun was made by High standard in 1960 for Sears. The model 21 was first introduced by Sears in the spring of 1958.
High Standard http://www.histandard.info/PDF/Sears%20Shotguns.pdf
The manual can be downloaded here: http://www.histandard.info/manuals/sears/index.html