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Gunrunner Auction September 2019, 1-50
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Winchester Model 97 "Trench Gun", 12 ga. pump action shotgun. Serial #E962312, mfg. 1950. Very good condition. Very authentic looking build-up utilizing a Model 97 field gun that was choked FULL, a reproduction heat-shield/bayonet lug and includes a 1966 Vietnam era bayonet and sheath. No "U.S." markings on the metal or wood. 50% blue. Barrel has been shortened to the correct 20" - cylinder bore at this point. Bore is bright, but has some light ring pitting - will shoot fine. Looks like the Real McCoy! Bayonet is from a 1966 contract with General Cutlery and Canada Arsenals (old Long Branch Arsenal) for use in the Vietnam War due to shortage of 1917 bayonets for trench guns. 17" blade with a U.S. M1917 with "VZM" mark and Defense Ordnance stamp in white and "CA" for Canada Arsenals. Original WWII green web sling. Outstanding choice for re-enactments and demonstration shooting of WWII military weapons. Great piece! C&R OK. Gunrunner West item.