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Late U.S. Marked Winchester Model 97 Slide Action Trench Shotgun

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military / Long Guns - Shotguns Start Price:700.00 USD Estimated At:1,400.00 - 2,250.00 USD
Late U.S. Marked Winchester Model 97 Slide Action Trench Shotgun
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Late U.S. Marked Winchester Model 97 Slide Action Trench Shotgun

This is very good example of a very late production, Winchester Model 97 Trench gun as manufactured in 1949. The left side of the barrel has the two-line Winchester factory address and Model markings with "CYL" below the markings. The top of the barrel and receiver having the Winchester circled "W/P" proof. The left rear side of the receiver is roll stamped with: "U.S./Shell and Flame Ordnance" proof and it is fitted with the early six-hole heat shield with the bayonet lug on the front end which is marked on the right side: "PAT. APPL. FOR". The underside of the receiver and barrel extension are both marked with the matching serial number "988218". The barrel is choked cylinder and has a 2 3/4 inch chamber. It is fitted with the 18 groove round walnut forearm and low comb, pistol grip stock. The side of the stock has a boxed "G.H.D." cartouche over an U.S. Ordnance Cross-Cannon cartouche and it is fitted with a checkered, black plastic buttplate with the Winchester logo on the face. Length of pull is 12 3/4 inches.

Manufacture: Winchester
Model: 97
BBL: 20 1/2 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 12
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: E988218

Fine as professionally restored/refinished with clear distinct markings and proofs. The refinished stock and pump handle are both in very fine condition with a nice matching dark brown oil finish and the restamped cartouche is clear and sharp. A very nice example of a restored Winchester M97 Trench gun.