{"product_id":"winchester-model-1897-pump-shotgun-antique-1897-production-12-gauge-24-barrel-mechanically-functional","title":"Winchester Model 1897 Pump Shotgun – Antique 1897 Production – 12 Gauge – 24” Barrel – Mechanically Functional","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufactured in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1897\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with a desirable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efour-digit serial number\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this Winchester Model 1897 is an authentic first-year production example of one of America’s most iconic pump-action shotguns. Designed by John M. Browning, the Model 1897 saw service from the turn of the century through both World Wars and remains one of the most collectible American shotguns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example is a true antique that shows honest age and use. The metal has developed an attractive brown patina with scattered wear throughout. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebarrel has been shortened to approximately 24 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebuttstock has a crack at the pistol grip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eforend has been cracked and repaired with glue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The action cycles and the shotgun appears mechanically functional; however, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edue to its age, stock damage, and modifications, we do not recommend firing this firearm in its current condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It is being offered primarily as a collector’s piece, restoration candidate, or historic display firearm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinchester Model 1897 pump-action shotgun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique, first-year production (1897 manufacture)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRare four-digit serial number\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12 Gauge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 24” shortened barrel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal walnut stock and slide handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonest brown patina with age-related wear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eButtstock cracked at the pistol grip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForend cracked and repaired\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMechanically functional, but \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot recommended for firing in its current condition\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent restoration project or antique Winchester display piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFREE SHIPPING! Pre 1898 antique! Ships direct!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43233218920525,"sku":null,"price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/9229\/8829\/files\/2062F9FD-66A7-40C3-9BAE-1C34252C11DE.jpg?v=1783797951","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyrebellionantiques.com\/products\/winchester-model-1897-pump-shotgun-antique-1897-production-12-gauge-24-barrel-mechanically-functional","provider":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}