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Lot 921:Very Fine Winchester Model 1897 Slide Action Riot Shotgun with Berkeley Police Department Inventory Plaque

June 21st, 2024|Bedford, TX

Lot 921:Very Fine Winchester Model 1897 Slide Action Riot Shotgun with Berkeley Police Department Inventory Plaque

June 21st, 2024|Bedford, TX

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,800 - $2,750

Very Fine Winchester Model 1897 Slide Action Riot Shotgun with Berkeley Police Department Inventory Plaque

Manufactured in 1915. 2 3/4" chamber, cylinder choke, and 13 7/8" LOP. Oval inventory plaque affixed to the right of the stock stamped "BERKELEY/POLICE DEPT./113" of either the Berkeley, California Police Department or the Berkeley, Illinois Police Department.

ConditionVery fine overall, with original blue finish, some light edge wear and handling marks, and numerous scattered dents, and scratches in the wood. Mechanically excellent.

Details

ManufacturerWinchester

Model1897

TypeShotgun

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Long Gun

Caliber / Gauge12

Barrel20 inch round

Finishblue

Stockwalnut

Bore conditionGood - Some light pitting or frosted appearance

Item LocationBedford, TX