Description

Winchester Model 1897 16 Ga 28″ Pump Action Shotgun, 1907 C&R

Make: Winchester Repeating Arms Company

Model: Model 1897 Field Grade Takedown

Serial Number: 348544

Year of Manufacture: 1907 / C&R

Caliber/Gauge: 16 Gauge

Chokes: FULL, Fixed

Action Type: Exposed-hammer pump action shotgun with a tubular magazine and takedown configuration.

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a small bead fixed near the muzzle.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece wood with a grooved forend and a smooth replacement buttstock featuring a pistol grip, raised comb with left-side cheekpiece, black grip cap, black spacer, and brown Winchester-marked buttplate. The LOP measures 14″ from the front of the trigger to the rear of the buttplate. The stock has neutral cast. The wood shows scattered scratches, scuffs, compression marks, and finish wear. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the stocks are in Very Good condition for C&R.

Type of Finish: Blue

Overall Condition: The metal retains 80% of its original blue finish. The balance shows thinning to gray and brown patina, scattered scratches and scuffs, light freckling, and operational wear on the action bar, receiver, and magazine tube. The markings remain clear. Overall, this shotgun is in Very Good condition for C&R.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have test-fired this shotgun successfully. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.