Winchester Model 97 E-Series 12 Gauge Pump-Action Shotgun, 28 Inch Plain Barrel, Modified Choke (1941)
This 1941 Winchester Model 97 E-series is a classic external-hammer pump shotgun in takedown configuration with the adjustable sleeve. It features a 28-inch plain barrel with a Modified choke, a single front bead, and the hallmark ribbed corncob walnut forend. Built with a blued steel, open-top receiver and right-side ejection, it retains the distinctive no-disconnector trigger system that allows slam-fire operation.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Fouling: Mild Fouling - Light buildup of fouling or dirt.
Specific Condition Notes: The metal surfaces show visible finish wear, and there are areas of pitting present.
What's Included
- Winchester Model 97 E-series 12 Gauge pump-action shotgun
The E-series receiver maintains the open-top, external-hammer design that defines the Model 97, with right-side ejection for straightforward operation. The takedown system with adjustable sleeve allows the barrel and magazine assembly to separate from the receiver for transport and maintenance.
The 28-inch plain (no rib) barrel is paired with a Modified choke and a single front bead, offering a clean, uncluttered sight picture. The under-barrel tubular magazine holds five rounds, giving the shotgun a 5-round capacity.
Controls and handling are classic Model 97: external hammer, no trigger disconnector, and slam-fire capable. The ribbed corncob walnut forend and walnut stock with a semi-pistol grip provide a traditional feel, complemented by a ventilated recoil pad. Length of pull measures 12.75 inches.
Finished in blued steel and made in the United States, this 1941 E-series example delivers the period-correct configuration buyers expect, including the plain barrel, Modified choke, and right-side ejection.