Winchester Model 1897 Trap with Takedown Frame
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NOTE: this is an example of a previous customer restoration, and therefore the firearm is not for sale. Please browse the showroom for our current selection of restored, pre-owned, refinished and manufactured firearms. SUBSCRIBE to our newsletter to be among the first to learn about new additions to our website.
Designed by John M. Browning as a safer and sturdier improvement over his previous Model 1893, the Winchester Model 1897 would become the most popular shotgun on the American market until its discontinuation in 1957 when hammerless designs became common. Over one million examples were produced, having set standard in pump shotgun design still seen to this day. The Model 1897 was offered in numerous barrel lengths and grades, chambered in 12 and 16 gauge, and as a solid frame or takedown. This Trap example from 1900 is a 12 gauge with takedown frame. Browse other restored examples of the Winchester Model 1897.
History Restored:
- Strip stock of original finish, soak to remove excess oil, repair
- Refinish buttstock and forend in red oil finish
- Checker buttstock and forend to original
- Polish barrel and magazine tube
- Re-cut barrel addresses to original
- Rust blue barrel and magazine tube
- Polish receiver to period correct finish
- Restore original markings
- Charcoal blue receiver and parts
Additional information
| Log Number | 33418 |
|---|---|
| Make | Winchester |
| Model | 1897 |
| Gauge | 12 |
| Year of Manufacture | 1900 |
| Types |
Fred Csiky –
This 97 is happy now,it received the attention that it deserves and the loving ability of trained eyes and hands combined wifh the knowledge of what it once was. And the sweeping grain pattern on that wildwood stock? Only from God.
James French –
BEAUTIFUL! I have the 2 barrel set trap configuration, 1907 birthday. This shows me what my set could look like. Incredible work.
Turnbull Restoration –
Thank you! The Model 1897 continues to be a favorite.