Come on guys. I'm almost 60, but do not see what is getting people all concerned over modifying a model 12.
I guess with all of the concern I thought these model 12's might have suddenly become highly priced rare guns.
Went down to my local gun shop and they have 4 for sale. 2 16's and 2 12's. Priced from $289.00 to $389.00. All seemed like pretty decent guns.
For the price of they are asking for the new high tech autos and pumps, why not spend $300.00 do a few upgrades, pretty it up and still have a heck of a gun for less than a new gun.
With 2 million model 12's made not all can be collectors.
Also don't forget it was not too long ago we were taking what is now referred to Muscle cars and modifying them.
If some of the young guys that will soon be carrying on our traditions of shooting, hunting, and support of our 2nd amendment want to play a little why not?
I'm sure more than a few Mauser's and Springfield's were upgraded by some of us when we could pick them up for a fair price.
Relax and welcome to the future, that's my position.