The included factory letter confirms the gauge and barrel length when the gun was received in the warehouse on September 21, 1897, and shipped out the following day as one of five guns in order number 16832. This gun was shipped out just three months after ending production of the 1893 and commencing production of the Model 1897. Bolt is stamped “PAT. APPLIED FOR”. Choke measured cylinder and 13 3/4" LOP.

Very good, original finish with some loss, handling evidence, and minor spotting. Stock cracked at wrist. Mechanically excellent.