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Category - Winchester Collectible Firearms - Winchester Shotguns - Antique

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Winchester Collectible Firearms
Winchester Shotguns - Antique

SOLD...Winchester 1897 First Year Production 12 Gauge Shotgun

Description:
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This Winchester Model 1897 Slide Action Shotgun, manufactured in 1897 (first year of prooduction) in New Haven, Connecticut. The Model 1897 was a superior slide-action exposed hammer shotgun specifically designed for the new smokeless powder. Winchester manufactured just shy of one million Model 1897 shotguns, between July 1897 and September 1957. The Winchester Model 1897 became the most popular exposed-hammer, slide-action shotgun in history.
The 20” barrel Riot and Trench Gun version of the 1897 is especially desirable for Military and Law enforcement use.
Made in 1897, the overall condition of the gun is fine with the original finish and patina. The action is excellent. The bore is bright and smooth. The walnut stock shows signs of honest and careful use. Shoots 2 3/4" shells. I have fired this gun and it functions smoothly and is very solid. Modern 2 3/4" ammo works great, however do not use steel shot!


 

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Curio/Relic: Yes
Antique: Yes
Shotgun Gauge: 12 Gauge
Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 1897
Serial Number: 376941
Barrel Length: 30
Bore: Shiny
Chambers: Good
Ejectors: Good
Condition: Original finish on wood and metal. Used but not abused. See photos.
Metal Condition: Good
Wood Condition: Good
Bore Condition: Good.
Barrels: Good.
Barrel Type: Single.
Action: Pump
Triggers: Single.
Stock: Walnut.
Stock Dimensions:
Standard.
Stock Drop: Unknown.
Stock Comb: N/A-
Stock Heel: N/A
Stock Cast: N/a
Fore End: Walnut.
Butt Pad: Original steel.
LOP: 14.5
Rib: None.
Finish: Stain and laquer wood. Blued metal.
Weight: 8 lb.
Sights: Front bead
Manufacture Date: 1897
Chokes: Full
Choke Left: N/A
Choke Right: N/A
Engraving: No artistic engraving.
Extras: N/A
Case: Ships in case.
Item Location: Texas
Proof:Nitro: N/A
Proof:Black: N/A