Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this widely-known pump-action shotgun for a penny-start auction today; this is the Ithaca Model 37 Featherlight!
This example features a 20" barrel with a heat shield and bayonet mount that resembles the sought after Trench/Riot Models!
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SPECIFICATIONS:
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Ithaca
Model: 37 Featherlight
Serial: 371142784
Date of Manufacture: 1970 (According to https://ithacagun.com/serial-numbers/)
Caliber: 12 Gauge 2 3/4" Chambered
Finish: Matte/Parkerized
Barrel Length: 20" Barrel with Heat Shield and Bayonet Mount
Optics/Sights: Bead Front
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut Pistol Grip Stock with Corncob Forearm
Action: Pump-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Ithaca 37, also known as the Ithaca Model 37, is a pump-action shotgun made in large numbers for the civilian, law enforcement and military markets. Based on a 1915 patent by firearms designer John Browning for a shotgun initially marketed as the Remington Model 17, it utilizes a novel combination ejection/loading port on the bottom of the gun which leaves the sides closed to the elements.
Following the First World War, the Ithaca Gun Company sought to produce a pump-action shotgun to compete with the ubiquitous Winchester Model 1912. They used the Remington Model 17 as their model. They made modifications—such as simplifying and cost-saving alterations of the firing pin and ejection mechanism, the work of Ithaca designer Harry Howland in 1931—while waiting for related patents to expire. After gearing for production of their new shotgun as the Ithaca Model 33, in 1933, Ithaca discovered a Pedersen patent that would not expire until 1937, and production had to be delayed. In 1937, it was released as the Ithaca 37. With the depression dragging on and another war looming on the horizon, it was possibly the worst time to introduce a sporting arm. Many sporting arms ceased production entirely during the same period. While Ithaca did produce some shotguns for military use during the war, they also produced M1911 pistols and M3 submachine guns.
After World War II, Ithaca resumed production of the Model 37. Made in many different models, the Ithaca 37 has the longest production run for a pump-action shotgun in history, surpassing that of the Winchester Model 12, the original inspiration for Ithaca's entry into the market. Ithaca has suffered many setbacks in its history and changed hands numerous times. At one time, the Ithaca 37 was renamed the Model 87, although it was soon changed back in one of many ownership changes. Production paused in 2005 when Ithaca once again changed hands. Production has resumed in Upper Sandusky, Ohio. According to an article by the Ithaca Times dated June 11, 2003, the one-millionth Model 37 was produced in 1968, and as of 2003, more than 2,000,000 Model 37s had been produced. The Ithaca 37 is the only pre–World War II shotgun still in production.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: 37 Featherlight
Serial: 371142784
Date of Manufacture: 1970 (According to https://ithacagun.com/serial-numbers/)
Caliber: 12 Gauge 2 3/4" Chambered
Finish: Matte/Parkerized
Barrel Length: 20" Barrel with Heat Shield and Bayonet Mount
Optics/Sights: Bead Front
Stock/Grips: Smooth Walnut Pistol Grip Stock with Corncob Forearm
Action: Pump-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Ithaca 37, also known as the Ithaca Model 37, is a pump-action shotgun made in large numbers for the civilian, law enforcement and military markets. Based on a 1915 patent by firearms designer John Browning for a shotgun initially marketed as the Remington Model 17, it utilizes a novel combination ejection/loading port on the bottom of the gun which leaves the sides closed to the elements.
Following the First World War, the Ithaca Gun Company sought to produce a pump-action shotgun to compete with the ubiquitous Winchester Model 1912. They used the Remington Model 17 as their model. They made modifications—such as simplifying and cost-saving alterations of the firing pin and ejection mechanism, the work of Ithaca designer Harry Howland in 1931—while waiting for related patents to expire. After gearing for production of their new shotgun as the Ithaca Model 33, in 1933, Ithaca discovered a Pedersen patent that would not expire until 1937, and production had to be delayed. In 1937, it was released as the Ithaca 37. With the depression dragging on and another war looming on the horizon, it was possibly the worst time to introduce a sporting arm. Many sporting arms ceased production entirely during the same period. While Ithaca did produce some shotguns for military use during the war, they also produced M1911 pistols and M3 submachine guns.
After World War II, Ithaca resumed production of the Model 37. Made in many different models, the Ithaca 37 has the longest production run for a pump-action shotgun in history, surpassing that of the Winchester Model 12, the original inspiration for Ithaca's entry into the market. Ithaca has suffered many setbacks in its history and changed hands numerous times. At one time, the Ithaca 37 was renamed the Model 87, although it was soon changed back in one of many ownership changes. Production paused in 2005 when Ithaca once again changed hands. Production has resumed in Upper Sandusky, Ohio. According to an article by the Ithaca Times dated June 11, 2003, the one-millionth Model 37 was produced in 1968, and as of 2003, more than 2,000,000 Model 37s had been produced. The Ithaca 37 is the only pre–World War II shotgun still in production.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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