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Winchester Model 1897 Trench Shotgun In Very Rare Civilian Model
Guns International #: 102379834 Seller's Inventory #: 1788
Category: Winchester Shotguns - Model 97 - Winchester Shotguns - Military
Seller's Information
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Seller: HLV Fine Guns
Company: Harry Viezens Fine Guns
Member Since: 7/27/13
First Name: Harry
Last Name: Viezens
State: Arizona
Zip: 85541
Country: United States
Phone: (928) 468-0306
Fax: (928) 468-0307
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 116
Total Number of Listings: 3490
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Money Order, and Cashier's Check
Description:
ON HOLD This shotgun was produced on May 5th 1932. The Shotgun's serial number is 882951. It has the standard 20 inch cylinder choked barrel. The bore is in very fine condition. The handguard and bayonet attachment assembly have the Patent applied for stamp just above the sling swivel on the right side. The bayonet lug has the correct cut out notch to accommodate the locking lug of the Winchester Model 1895 Russian contract musket bayonet. This bayonet lug will also work with the Model 1917 rifle bayonet. This adaption is only found on civilian model trench guns. These civilian model trench guns do not have any military property stamps or inspection stamps. Another unusual feature of these civilian model guns is that Winchester fitted brass butt plates with the company logos identical to the standard hard rubber butt plates then in production. These trench guns were available for a very short time. From the late 1920's to the early 1930's. These rare shotguns are covered in Bruce Canfield's book on Military Shotguns. See page 70 to read about these guns. The production of these guns is very limited. This Trench Gun is the correct take down model. The original factory bluing would rate a 95% overall condition. The stock and pump handle have no cracks or wood damage. The wood still has the original finish intact. The action is tight and locks up properly. The action shows little use or wear. The brass buttplate is in fine condition with no damage to the surface. I have a correct original Russian Contract bayonet and scabbard that can be purchased with this shotgun. The Russian Contract Bayonet is the one with the bright blade. The 1917 rifle bayonet and scabbard is for illustration only and not for sale. I have a factory letter that certifies that this serial number was issued on May 5th 1932. This is the correct time frame for this rare gun. this Shotgun would make a very fine addition to any Military shotgun collection! Search for hlvfineguns on google for more details.
Curio&Relic KOKE (2) F. No. 537 -21
SOLD
Curio/Relic: Yes
Shotgun Gauge: 12 Gauge
Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 1897 Trench Gun
Serial Number: 882951
Barrel Length: 20 Inch
Condition: 95% Overall
Metal Condition: Very Fine
Wood Condition: Very Fine
Bore Condition: Very Fine
Barrel Type: Military Style
Action: Pump
Stock: Military Style
Finish: Blued
Manufacture Date: 1932
Chokes: Cylinder
Extras: Factory Letter And Papers