^Lot 473 Winchester Mdl 97 12 Ga SN: 872359

Vintage take-down slide action repeating shotgun chambered for 2 3/4" 12 gauge shells, circa 1940. Professionally reblued finish, cut-down 22" cylinder bore barrel, brass bead front sight, 3/4 length tube magazine, exposed hammer with checkered spur, smooth trigger, grooved walnut slide handle, and smooth pistol grip shoulder stock with aftermarket recoil pad. Approximately 93% of the well accomplished reblue is intact with light wear from use, some handling marks/scratches and a spot of wear on top of the barrel right behind the barrel band. The inside of the triggerguard shows some surface rust behind the trigger. Action is strong, bore is bright and wood stocks are good with several small blemishes & 12.3" LOP. Condition is very good as refinished. ***C&R Firearm*** ***Modern Firearm***