16ga Wingmaster question

[edwardyoung]

I tried a few searches, but didn't see this question asked before. I've got a old 16ga Wingmaster 870 that has had the barrel crudely cut and rechoked. Could I replace it with a 2 3/4 12ga barrel, or would I have to find another 16ga barrel? Thanks

 

[scubie02]

if I'm remembering correctly, the 16 ga models were built on 12 ga frames, but you'd have to replace the magazine tube as well I would imagine (although with remmy they may have been 12 ga tubes as well actually)

 

[edwardyoung]

Thanks. I'll keep an eye out for a serviceable(cheap) 12ga barrel.

 

[scubie02]

i checked and was told you WOULD need to change the tube, and the tubes are soldered on with a wingmaster, so you'd need a torch probably to remove it.

 

[edwardyoung]

I guess I'll just shoot it as is, then. Thanks for the follow-up.