Lot 405: Winchester Model 1897 Slide Action Riot Shotgun

Manufactured in 1918 in takedown configuration with a single brass bead sight, choked cylinder and a 2 3/4 inch chamber. The left side of the barrel is marked with the two-line address and patent date information in front of "12 GA." and "CYL.". Mounted on an 18 groove ribbed round forearm and pistol grip stock with a hard rubber buttplate. Length of pull is 13 3/4 inches.

Excellent, retains 95% plus bright original blue finish with some scattered light handling marks, a few small patches of light pitting, and some mild cycling wear on the slide bar and magazine. The wood is also excellent with some scattered minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent.