Winchester Model 37 Steelbilt 12 Gauge Single-Shot Shotgun, 18.5 Inch Barrel, 2 3/4 Inch Chamber, CYL Bore, Blued Finish
This Winchester Model 37 Steelbilt is a U.S.-made, break-action 12 gauge with the classic external-hammer, top-lever design. It features an approximately 18.5 inch steel barrel with a fixed choke and a noted CYL bore, a 2 3/4 inch chamber, and durable blued steel construction. Sling hardware is installed, and the gun retains clear factory rollmarks. No serial number is observed, consistent with Model 37 production practices.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm shows signs of wear and handling throughout. Scratches and blemishes are present on various surfaces. Finish loss is visible in high-touch areas.
What’s Included
- Winchester Model 37 Steelbilt 12 Gauge single-shot shotgun
Built on the Steelbilt series, this Model 37 combines a steel receiver and barrel with a blued finish and hardwood furniture. Operation is via a break-action with an external hammer and a top-lever that has a checkered thumb pad for secure manipulation. Capacity is 1 round.
The steel barrel measures approximately 18.5 inches and is rollmarked with the factory designation. It is a fixed choke configuration with a noted CYL bore. The chamber is 2 3/4 inch. Sighting is straightforward with a front bead and no rear sight.
The hardwood stock has a pistol-grip profile and a metal buttplate. Length of pull is approximately 10.5 inches. A slim hardwood fore-end is retained by a screw, preserving the simple, robust layout of the Model 37.
Markings include the barrel rollmark: "WINCHESTER - TRADE MARK - MADE IN U.S.A. - MODEL 37 - STEELBILT - 12 GA - CHOKE - 2 3/4 CHAM." Sling hardware is present, with a butt stud and a front loop. No serial number is observed, which is consistent with Model 37 production not being serialized.