The Higgins 12-gauge shotgun model 583 was produced primarily in the 1950s and 1960s. Specifically, it was manufactured by the J.C. Higgins brand, which was associated with Sears, Roebuck and Co. The model 583 is often linked to the years around 1956 to 1965. For precise dating, examining the serial number can provide more specific information regarding its production year.
modle # 583-1101
I could be wrong, but I believe it was Sears/Roebuck.
what year was jc Higgins sears and roebuck model 20 12 gauge 583.60 made
This is a model 11 bolt-action shotgun.
Model 66 583-605
an all new model developed by Sears /High Standard replaced the old model 10 introduced in 1957 made only one year it was replaced by the improved version 583 1101 in 1958
an all new model developed by Sears /High Standard replaced the old model 10 introduced in 1957 made only one year it was replaced by the improved version 583 1101 in 1958
probably between 1961 and 1963 http://www.histandard.info/PDF/Sears%20Shotguns.pdf
It is marked on the barrel and begins 583. xxx
no serial noreg
Exact year cannot be determined from data given. 583.91 is not a serial number, but a Sears model number.
what model and series j c Higgins guns were made exclusivly for Sears and in some cases only for sears such as the model 10 bolt action shotgun the JC Higgins 583 1 to 583 23 these guns 583 1 to583 12 were made by Harrington &Richardson and High Standard Manufacturing 583 12 to 583 23 were made by High Standard JC Higgins was a Trade name used By Sears on all fire arms sold by them from 1946 to 1961