Winchester Model 1897 16 Ga. Pump-Action Shotgun

Matching serial number E958859 is present on bottom of receiver and barrel assembly, 28 in. fluid steel barrel, barrel markings on side of barrel read MODEL 97 WINCHESTER TRADEMARK 16GA 2 3/4 CHAM MOD, barrel markings on right side of barrel read MADE IN U.S.A. WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS NEW HAVEN CONN. PAT. NOV 25. 90. DEC 6. 92. JULY 21. 96. FEB. 22. 98. JUNE 14. 98. OCT. 16. 1900. DEC. 25. 06. JULY 5. 10., slide action, exposed hammer, single front bead, dark walnut stock, factory black buttplate.

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Overall length 47 in.

LOP: 13 3/4 in.
WT: 7lbs 7oz
CHOKE: Improved

FFL Status: Antique

Introduced in 1897, the Model 97 became one of the most iconic shotguns in American history. Known for its solid construction, smooth action, and reliability, the Model 97 was widely used for hunting, law enforcement, and military purposes. The 16 gauge variant, with its balance of power and light weight, was popular among hunters for upland bird hunting.

Overall poor estate condition, uniform surface rust throughout, bore is uniformly pitted, decent wood with cracks from buttplate forward, action does operate correctly.