Kawaguchiya Firearms Co. K.F.C. (Kawaguchia Firearms Co.) 12 ga Semi-Auto M-250

Barkey42 · 05-29-2009, 01:48 PM

Anyone familiar with the K.F.C. (Kawaguchiya Firearms Co). 12 Gs. semi-auto Model 250? I have a chance to buy one described as "like new, not fired often." Comes with case, cleaning kit and 2 boxes of shells. Seller is asking $150.

rondog · 05-29-2009, 01:52 PM

Never heard of it, but a 12ga. with all that for $150? I'd take the chance. I wouldn't have even asked here, I'd have just came bringing photos!

Windwalker · 05-29-2009, 01:56 PM

I haven't heard of them but if that KFC does for firearms what the KFC I am familiar with does for chicken it will be a real winner.lol

nathangdad · 05-29-2009, 01:57 PM

Can't help you on this one other than to advise using a little bit of caution and common sense. If no one on this forum can help you (a rare event), then maybe buyer beware should guide your thought process.

It might be a winner but what if you ever need a replacement part?

trustnoone.45 · 05-29-2009, 02:00 PM

Never heard of them. Post pics if you get it.Please

Mooseman684 · 05-29-2009, 02:12 PM

K.F.C...Previuosly manufactured by Kawaguchiya Firearms co.LTD was imported by La Paloma Marketing ,Inc in Tuscon Arizona.
Made 1980-1986
Blue Book values it at 250.00 to 300.00 in 95% shape +.
MSR was 485.00
If it has Multi-chokes add 60.00 to the value
The Deluxe model has scrolled acid etched engraving on the receiver both sides and adds 20.00 to the above value...

Rich

Barkey42 · 05-29-2009, 02:13 PM

I just found this listing for one on GunsAmerica

http://www.gunsamerica.com/962781363/Guns/Shotguns/K-Misc-Shotguns/kawaguchiya_semi_auto_shotgun_12_gau_Japan.htm

rondog · 05-29-2009, 02:30 PM

In other words, I'd say you should jump on it like a horny chimp!

gearhead1 · 10-26-2009, 12:46 AM

I have owned a KFC since 1984. It has never jammed including times when I have just dropped a shell into the slide chamber and closed it very quickly to get off another shot. I haved owned quite a few other automatics that don't come close to that kind of reliability. Also it can be completely disassembled in the field with absolutely no tools for cleaning. The only downfall I have noticed is that even using the different chokes the shot pattern is not quite as evenly spaced as my Browning O/U however the recoil is significantly less. If you like the way it fits I would recommend buying it. Also, I have never needed to replace anything on it. Most of the moving parts are satin hardchromed and very resistant to wear. Good luck.

05-29-2009, 01:48 PM	#1
Barkey42 Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Williamsburg, VA Posts: 41	Kawaguchiya Firearms Co. K.F.C. (Kawaguchia Firearms Co.) 12 ga Semi-Auto M-250 Anyone familiar with the K.F.C. (Kawaguchiya Firearms Co). 12 Gs. semi-auto Model 250? I have a chance to buy one described as "like new, not fired often." Comes with case, cleaning kit and 2 boxes of shells. Seller is asking $150.

05-29-2009, 01:52 PM	#2
rondog Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Parker, CO Posts: 3,297	Never heard of it, but a 12ga. with all that for $150? I'd take the chance. I wouldn't have even asked here, I'd have just came bringing photos! __________________ I child-proofed my house, but they still keep getting in!

05-29-2009, 01:56 PM	#3
Windwalker Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 6,100	I haven't heard of them but if that KFC does for firearms what the KFC I am familiar with does for chicken it will be a real winner.lol __________________ America: Love it and protect it or leave it In God I Trust

05-29-2009, 01:57 PM	#4
nathangdad Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 5,178	Sorry Can't help you on this one other than to advise using a little bit of caution and common sense. If no one on this forum can help you (a rare event), then maybe buyer beware should guide your thought process. It might be a winner but what if you ever need a replacement part?

05-29-2009, 02:00 PM	#5
trustnoone.45 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: colorado springs Posts: 485	Never heard of them. Post pics if you get it.Please __________________ If you find yourself in a fair fight your tactics suck!

05-29-2009, 02:12 PM	#6
Mooseman684 Super Moderator Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Alaska Wilderness. Unit 13 Posts: 11,318 Images: 2	K.F.C...Previuosly manufactured by Kawaguchiya Firearms co.LTD was imported by La Paloma Marketing ,Inc in Tuscon Arizona. Made 1980-1986 Blue Book values it at 250.00 to 300.00 in 95% shape +. MSR was 485.00 If it has Multi-chokes add 60.00 to the value The Deluxe model has scrolled acid etched engraving on the receiver both sides and adds 20.00 to the above value... Rich __________________ You know you might be facing your doom,when all you get is a click when you're expecting a BOOM!

05-29-2009, 02:13 PM	#7
Barkey42 Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Williamsburg, VA Posts: 41	I just found this listing for one on GunsAmerica http://www.gunsamerica.com/962781363/Guns/Shotguns/K-Misc-Shotguns/kawaguchiya_semi_auto_shotgun_12_gau_Japan.htm

05-29-2009, 02:30 PM	#8
rondog Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Parker, CO Posts: 3,297	In other words, I'd say you should jump on it like a horny chimp! __________________ I child-proofed my house, but they still keep getting in!

10-26-2009, 12:46 AM	#9
gearhead1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 1	I have owned a KFC since 1984. It has never jammed including times when I have just dropped a shell into the slide chamber and closed it very quickly to get off another shot. I haved owned quite a few other automatics that don't come close to that kind of reliability. Also it can be completely disassembled in the field with absolutely no tools for cleaning. The only downfall I have noticed is that even using the different chokes the shot pattern is not quite as evenly spaced as my Browning O/U however the recoil is significantly less. If you like the way it fits I would recommend buying it. Also, I have never needed to replace anything on it. Most of the moving parts are satin hardchromed and very resistant to wear. Good luck.