Manufactured in 1942. The Winchester Model 97 trench shotgun gained worldwide fame in the trenches of World War I with its slam fire capability and was extensively utilized in the Pacific Theater during World War II, remaining in Army and Marine inventory until the 1990s. Single bead front sight and four-hole heat shield with bayonet lug. The barrel is marked for cylinder choke and 2 3/4 inch chamber. A flaming bomb proof is present on top of the barrel at the breech, with "U.S. (flaming bomb)" stamped on the left side of the receiver. Matching serial numbers marked on the bottom of the receiver and takedown collar. Ribbed forearm and smooth pistol grip stock with "42" stamped on the grip and "G.H.D." over crossed cannons, a brown leather sling, checkered Winchester buttplate and a 14 inch length of pull.

Fine, with 70% of the original blue finish, showing areas of brown and gray patina, scattered scratches and dings, and mild cycling wear. The wood is very good, with cracking on the underside of the wrist, scuffs, dings, and a slightly oversized buttplate. Mechanically excellent.