Winchester Model 37 Steelbilt 16 Gauge Single-Shot Break-Open Shotgun, 28 in Barrel, 2 3/4 in Chamber, Full Choke
This Winchester Model 37 Steelbilt is a U.S.-made, hammer-fired single-shot shotgun from the Model 37 era (1936-1963). It is chambered in 16 gauge with a 2 3/4 in chamber and is noted with a 28 in barrel and Full (F) choke. The barrel markings include "MODEL 37-STEELBILT-16 GA" and "2 3/4 CHAM", along with Winchester New Haven, Connecticut manufacturing marks.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Specific Condition Notes: The firearm shows signs of wear and handling with scratches and blemishes. There is surface rust with finish loss. The buttstock has a chip.
What's Included
- Winchester Model 37 Steelbilt single-shot shotgun
Built as a full-size, break-open single-shot with an external hammer and single trigger, this Model 37 keeps the classic Steelbilt configuration with a wood fore-end and a front bead sight. A fore-end screw is visible, consistent with the straightforward, utilitarian layout of the design.
The 2 3/4 in chambering is clearly marked on the barrel and matches the provided barrel markings. The barrel is additionally marked with Winchester Repeating Arms Co. New Haven Conn. and "MADE IN U.S.A.", along with "PATENTS PENDING" and Winchester trademark markings.
This example is noted as having a 28 in barrel and a Full (F) choke, along with a 1-round capacity typical of the single-shot action. The buttplate is a checkered hard buttplate with a circular "Winchester Repeating Arms Co" logo.
Model 37 shotguns are commonly encountered without serial numbers, and this one is noted as serial-number exempt/not present. For buyers looking for a clearly marked Steelbilt-era Winchester single-shot in 16 gauge, the marked chamber size and model designation provide quick, practical verification of what it is.