Model 97|Winchester Shotguns|Forum|Winchester Collector

Avatar
sp_LogInOut Log In
sp_Search Search
Advanced Search
Search
Forum Scope



Match



Forum Options



Minimum search word length is 3 characters - maximum search word length is 84 characters
sp_Search Search
Lost password?
sp_Feed sp_PrintTopic sp_TopicIcon
Model 97
Avatar
Wyoma
Member
WACA Member
Forum Posts: 8
Member Since:
September 4, 2019
sp_UserOfflineSmall Offline
1
March 11, 2021 - 10:12 pm
sp_Permalink sp_Print

Just acquired a Model 97 and took it down for cleaning.  Everything was pretty good except the magazine feed tube.  I just shoved a cleaning rag in from the bottom and it was pretty dirty.  Probably hasn’t been cleaned since 1931.  Can I just take off the end cap pull out the spring a clean it out that way?

Avatar
Bert H.
Kingston, WA
Admin
Forum Posts: 13447
Member Since:
April 15, 2005
sp_UserOnlineSmall Online
2
March 11, 2021 - 10:15 pm
sp_Permalink sp_Print

Yes, that is how it is done.

WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
High-walls-1-002-C-reduced2.jpg

Avatar
Wyoma
Member
WACA Member
Forum Posts: 8
Member Since:
September 4, 2019
sp_UserOfflineSmall Offline
3
March 11, 2021 - 10:17 pm
sp_Permalink sp_Print

Thanks Bert.

Avatar
Wyoma
Member
WACA Member
Forum Posts: 8
Member Since:
September 4, 2019
sp_UserOfflineSmall Offline
4
March 12, 2021 - 12:38 pm
sp_Permalink sp_Print

Bert, The two cap screws come out easily, but the crossbar that is used to twist the mag tube is captive.  It does not want to pop out.  It has what appears to be an internal sprocket.  Any tips on getting this piece out.  It does not appear that the cap will come off without its removal.  Don’t want to force anything on something that’s older than me.  Thanks for the help.

Avatar
Bert H.
Kingston, WA
Admin
Forum Posts: 13447
Member Since:
April 15, 2005
sp_UserOnlineSmall Online
5
March 12, 2021 - 4:05 pm
sp_Permalink sp_Print

The pin needs to be tapped out… see this video – https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=winchester model 97 magazine tube disassembly&docid=608017388921620553&mid=D91396C24280D09A3224D91396C24280D09A3224&view=detail&FORM=VIRE

WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
High-walls-1-002-C-reduced2.jpg

Avatar
Wyoma
Member
WACA Member
Forum Posts: 8
Member Since:
September 4, 2019
sp_UserOfflineSmall Offline
6
March 12, 2021 - 9:30 pm
sp_Permalink sp_Print

Got it.  Thanks for the help.  That end cap does not want to come out.  I put a little oil in there and I’ll let it sit awhile.

Avatar
rogertherelic
Santa Clara, CA
Member
WACA Member
Forum Posts: 945
Member Since:
January 27, 1992
sp_UserOfflineSmall Offline
7
April 1, 2021 - 1:55 pm
sp_Permalink sp_Print

Just discovered this thread.  Try using a narrow screw driver to compress the locking spring.  I tried it and it also helps when reinstalling the pin.  RDB

sp_Feed
Go to top
Forum Timezone: UTC 0
Most Users Ever Online: 5406
Currently Online: Bert H., Chuck, DEEREHART, 86Win, [email protected], [email protected], oldcrankyyankee, Rick C, Pwog, Hatchetjack
Guest(s) 299
Top Posters:
clarence: 7119
TXGunNut: 6766
Chuck: 6107
steve004: 5323
1873man: 4775
deerhunter: 2782
Big Larry: 2578
twobit: 2561
mrcvs: 2285
Maverick: 2080
Newest Members:
Morg1960
Centennialrifle
fordwannabe
Chip
Bowhunter1965
wjs_vienna
Mountain guy
jk3hunter
TheFultz
Longboard
Forum Stats:
Groups: 1
Forums: 18
Topics: 15158
Posts: 136406

 

Member Stats:
Guest Posters: 2057
Members: 10268
Moderators: 3
Admins: 4
Administrators: Mike Hager, Bert H., JWA, SethJ
Moderators: Rob Kassab, Brad Dunbar, Heather

© Copyright 2025 Winchester Collector

Navigation