The Winchester Model 12 and Model 97 Trench Guns were the primary U.S. combat shotguns in World War II, Korea, and even into Vietnam and were used by both the U.S. Marine Corps and U.S. Army. The barrel is fitted with the late pattern four hole blued heat shield/bayonet lug, and the breech end is stamped with the Ordnance shell and flame insignia with a circled "WP" Winchester proof on both the barrel and receiver. The right front end of the receiver is also roll stamped with the Ordnance shell and flame insignia next to "U.S." The serial number is roll stamped on the underside of the receiver and barrel extension. "43" dated on the bottom breech end of the barrel. It is fitted with the standard varnished walnut 18-groove pump handle and buttstock stamped on the left with boxed "G.H.D." (Guy H. Drewry) inspection initials above a crossed cannons Ordnance proof. The stock is fitted with a black checkered hard rubber buttplate with the circular Winchester logo. The stock has a lower sling swivel with the larger wire sling bail swivel on the bayonet lug.

Very fine, retains 98% plus factory refinished blue finish with sharp markings and edges in the metal. The wood is also very fine with defined edges, scattered dents and scratches, and crisp stampings. Mechanically excellent.