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Winchester Model 1897 Take Down Trench Shotgun
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countryliving2019
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Model 1897 12 Gauge shotgun full choke 2 3/4 in chambered barrel with breach & action. 28 in barrel was changed because shotgun originally riot gun at San Quentin prison. Excellent condition. Has 30 in barrell.

 

Serial Numbers:   623087/634062

I would like to know more info on who used the gun? What time period at San Quentin Prison? Who do I contact at San Quentin? How would I go about finding this out?? Thanks 

 

 
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The mismatched serial numbers indicate the production dates were February and December 1915 respectively.

It is not possible to answer any of your questions about the use & history of the gun.

Bert

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