Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this pump-action shotgun for a penny-start auction, this is the Winchester Model 97
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Winchester
Model: 1897
Serial: E856380
Date of Manufacture: The
Caliber: 12Ga
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 30'
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Bead with Intergral notch rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Hardwood Pistol-Grip Stock with Ribbed Forearm
Action: Pump-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 1897, commonly known as the “Winchester 97,” is one of the most iconic pump-action shotguns ever produced and remains a legendary firearm in American history because of its rugged design, battlefield reputation, and connection to the Old West and early 20th-century military service. Designed by the famous firearms inventor John Browning and manufactured by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company, the Model 1897 was introduced as an improved evolution of the earlier Winchester Model 1893 and quickly became one of the most successful repeating shotguns of its era. Chambered primarily in 12 gauge, though some versions were also produced in 16 gauge, the shotgun featured an exposed external hammer and a slide-action pump system that was both fast and mechanically simple for the time. One of the most famous characteristics of the Winchester 97 is its ability to “slam fire,” meaning the shooter could hold the trigger down while cycling the pump and the gun would fire immediately as the action closed, allowing extremely rapid follow-up shots. This feature, combined with the shotgun’s reliability and devastating close-range effectiveness, made it especially feared during military service. During World War I, trench gun variants equipped with short barrels, heat shields, and bayonet lugs were used by American troops in brutal trench warfare, where the shotgun proved devastating in close-quarter combat. The effectiveness of these trench guns was so notable that Germany formally protested their battlefield use, though the United States rejected the complaint.
Model: 1897
Serial: E856380
Date of Manufacture: The
Caliber: 12Ga
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 30'
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Bead with Intergral notch rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Hardwood Pistol-Grip Stock with Ribbed Forearm
Action: Pump-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Winchester Model 1897, commonly known as the “Winchester 97,” is one of the most iconic pump-action shotguns ever produced and remains a legendary firearm in American history because of its rugged design, battlefield reputation, and connection to the Old West and early 20th-century military service. Designed by the famous firearms inventor John Browning and manufactured by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company, the Model 1897 was introduced as an improved evolution of the earlier Winchester Model 1893 and quickly became one of the most successful repeating shotguns of its era. Chambered primarily in 12 gauge, though some versions were also produced in 16 gauge, the shotgun featured an exposed external hammer and a slide-action pump system that was both fast and mechanically simple for the time. One of the most famous characteristics of the Winchester 97 is its ability to “slam fire,” meaning the shooter could hold the trigger down while cycling the pump and the gun would fire immediately as the action closed, allowing extremely rapid follow-up shots. This feature, combined with the shotgun’s reliability and devastating close-range effectiveness, made it especially feared during military service. During World War I, trench gun variants equipped with short barrels, heat shields, and bayonet lugs were used by American troops in brutal trench warfare, where the shotgun proved devastating in close-quarter combat. The effectiveness of these trench guns was so notable that Germany formally protested their battlefield use, though the United States rejected the complaint.
Beyond military use, the Winchester 97 became deeply associated with lawmen, ranchers, hunters, stagecoach guards, and cowboy-era firearms culture throughout the American frontier. Civilian sporting models were available in numerous barrel lengths and configurations, including takedown models that allowed the barrel and magazine assembly to separate from the receiver for easier transport. Built with forged steel components and walnut furniture, the shotgun developed a reputation for toughness and long service life, with many surviving examples still functioning more than a century after production. The shotgun’s exposed hammer, distinctive action sound, and historical importance have also made it a favorite in cowboy action shooting competitions and among collectors of vintage firearms. Production continued from the late 1890s into the 1950s, an extraordinarily long lifespan for a firearm design, and today the Winchester 97 remains one of the most recognizable pump shotguns ever created, representing a major milestone in the evolution of repeating firearms and early combat shotguns.
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.
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.
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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.
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1179306351 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-06-14 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
355 |
