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Lot 482:World War I Era Winchester Model 1897 Slide Action Riot Shotgun

August 26th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 482:World War I Era Winchester Model 1897 Slide Action Riot Shotgun

August 26th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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World War I Era Winchester Model 1897 Slide Action Riot Shotgun

Manufactured in 1916. Single brass front sight bead. The action bar is roll-stamped "MODEL 1897/-WINCHESTER-/TRADE MARK REG. IN U.S.PAT.OFF."" in three lines, and the barrel is marked "12 GA." and "CYL" along with the Winchester address and patent information. Oval Winchester "W/P" proofmarks are stamped on the top of the barrel and the receiver. The serial number "E/641324" is roll-stamped across the bottom of the receiver. No U.S. Ordnance marks are present on the gun. Mounted with an 18-groove forend and smooth pistol grip stock fitted with a checkered hard rubber Winchester buttplate. Length of pull is 13 13/16 inches.

ConditionVery fine, retaining 75% original blue finish, scattered freckling, and overall mild handling evidence. There is a chip at the toe of the buttplate, otherwise the wood is also very fine. Mechanically functions, but slide does not fully retract.
Details
ManufacturerWinchester
Model1897
TypeShotgun
Serial number
ClassCurio & Relic Long Gun
Caliber / Gauge12
Barrel20 1/2 inch round
Finishblue
Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views3013
Catalog page363
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