Ithaca Model 37 Featherlight 12 Gauge Pump Shotgun, 28 Inch Plain Roto Forged Barrel, Fixed Full Choke, 2 3/4 Chamber, Blued, Factory Engraved
This Ithaca Model 37 Featherlight is a classic, American-made 12 gauge pump-action shotgun featuring the model's signature bottom-ejecting and bottom-loading design. It stands out with a plain 28 inch Roto Forged steel barrel, a fixed Full choke, and a 2 3/4 inch chamber. Factory engraving with a left-side hunting scene adds period appeal, while walnut furniture with pressed fleur-de-lis checkering and an Ithaca grip-cap medallion complete the traditional Featherlight configuration.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is mechanically in good condition. The metal surfaces show considerable finish wear with areas of light rust and some pitting present throughout. The walnut stock and forend are in good shape with noticeable handling and use marks.
What’s Included
- Ithaca Model 37 Featherlight 12 Gauge pump-action shotgun
The Model 37 Featherlight design uses bottom ejection and bottom loading with a tubular magazine, delivering the streamlined handling the series is known for. This example is a takedown model, allowing quick barrel removal via the magazine cap. As configured, the capacity is 2+1.
The 28 inch plain (non-vent-rib) steel barrel is marked ROTO FORGED and is fitted with a fixed Full choke. It is chambered for 2 3/4 inch shells and topped with a single front bead sight for a clean sighting picture.
The walnut stock and matching checkered forend provide a classic feel. The stock features a pistol grip with pressed fleur-de-lis checkering, an Ithaca grip-cap medallion, and a ventilated recoil pad with white-line and black spacers. Length of pull measures 14.125 inches.
The steel receiver wears a blued finish and carries factory engraving, including a left-side hunting scene with a pointing dog in a field. Markings include PROOF TESTED with the anvil logo. Controls include a cross-bolt safety. This shotgun was made in the United States.