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Winchester Model 97 12 Ga SN: 872969

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Winchester Model 97 12 Ga SN: 872969
Vintage slide-action repeating shotgun chambered for 2-3/4" 12 gauge shells, manufactured in New Haven, CT circa 1940. Features full choked 30" take-down barrel, 5 round tube magazine, steel bead front sight, smooth trigger, exposed hammer with knurled spur, steel receiver, grooved walnut slide handle and smooth semi-pistol grip shoulder stock with factory butt plate. Bore is good condition. Metal surfaces show a mottled brown and gray color, light patina and small areas of pitting throughout, some rough texture, dings in metal. Wood is good condition, dented and gouged. Buttplate appears a newer replacement with fit being a little off. Action is stiff, maybe dried grease, a good cleaning might help. Number on receiver extension is shallow, matches receiver. Condition is NRA Good *** C& R Firearm ***