JC HIGGINS MODEL 583 12 GA BOLT ACTION

Description

The JC Higgins 583?Series 12 Gauge Bolt?Action Shotgun is a rugged slice of mid?century American field?gun history. Built under the Sears Roebuck brand, these bolt?action shotguns earned a reputation for reliability, simplicity, and no?nonsense utility. Chambered in 12 gauge and equipped with a detachable box magazine, the 583?series stands out from most shotguns of its era—offering a rare combination of bolt?action operation and magazine?fed capacity.

Its 28" blued steel barrel provides excellent pattern consistency, especially with the typical fixed full choke, making it well?suited for longer?range small?game and varmint work. The full?length hardwood stock gives it classic field?gun ergonomics, while the bolt?action design ensures deliberate cycling and dependable extraction. Though not built for speed, the JC Higgins bolt gun delivers old?school charm and rugged performance for shooters and collectors who appreciate mechanical simplicity.

Key Features

• Bolt?Action Operation — Deliberate cycling with strong, reliable extraction.
• Detachable Magazine — Rare feature among shotguns, adds convenience and collectability.
• 28" Blued Barrel — Long sighting plane and consistent patterns with fixed choke.
• Full?Length Hardwood Stock — Classic mid?century field?gun styling.
• Steel Receiver — Durable construction built for decades of use.
• Bead Front Sight — Simple, effective aiming for field applications.

Specifications

Brand: JC Higgins (Sears Roebuck Co.) 
Category: Bolt?Action Shotguns 
Model: 583 Series
Caliber: 12 gauge
Capacity: 4
Action: Bolt
Frame Finish: Blued
Frame Material: Steel
Hand: Right
Sight Style: Bead front
Barrel Finish: Blued
Barrel Material: Steel
Barrel Length: 28 in
Stock Material: Hardwood
Stock Style: Full?length field stock
Receiver Description: Steel receiver w/ bolt handle

Wild Zebra Notes

• A nostalgic field gun with real collector appeal thanks to its bolt?action + detachable?magazine combo.
• Fixed full choke + 28" barrel = surprisingly solid long?range performance.
• Perfect for customers who appreciate simple, rugged, vintage American shotguns.
• A standout piece for anyone wanting a JC Higgins classic with character and history baked in.