Opinions needed on Win 12 trench

[brick26]

From what I understand from doing my research, this is a late Win 12 trench.

[scosgt]

True Blue all the way.
Factory parked M12
Very hard to find.

[brick26]

I am having a problem pushing the slide forward: it won't move forward. What should I do to return it to forward position?

Thanks

[scosgt]

Take it to a gunsmith. It should go forward with little effort and nothing needs to be unlocked. Don't mess the gun up, it is worth north of $5K

[brick26]

Yes, far north of $5000:

http://www.icollector.com/Exceptional-World-War-II-U-S-Army-Contract-Winchester-Model-12-Trench-Shotgun_i19368628

[scosgt]

$2250 buyers premium LOL
There is one born every minute

[SPEEDGUNNER]

I'd like to see closeup pictures of the receiver and stock...

[brick26]

as requested: