This Winchester manufactured early variation carrier assembly with no provision for the cartridge guide is for the earlier model 12 slide action shotgun in 12 gauge with a 2 3/4" chamber and is in very good condition with honest wear and a few specks of surface rust. The early variation carrier assembly consists of the carrier, carrier plunger, carrier plunger spring and the carrier plunger screw. (file photo)

Note: Winchester model 12 slide action shotguns with the following gauges and serial numbers have been observed with this part:

12 Gauge: 318823 & 588236