Winchester model 1897 sn 36779 what year manufactured and. Redesigned and beefed up through the tips for greater strength to remove even the most stubborn model 12 1897 forend caps. The winchester model 1897 fought alongside another drafted winchester product the model 1912 m12 which served the same form and function as the model 1897. Rather, it takes a model 94 down to its major assemblies using tools a normal reloadergun tinkerer would have on hand.
Winchester model 94 up, pull trigger and remove the. I have been searching online for a guide for a complete disassembly of this shotgun with no luck. Winchester model 1897 % similar models vj 45 rg ii banel 2 magazine bmd bushing 3 magazine band bushing scrcws 4 magazine band 5 barrel extension 6 adjusting sleeve 7 barrel charnber ring 8 adjusting sleeve iock sqew 9 adjusting sleeve iock l0 magazine plug screws 11 mapzine end cap 12 magazine locking pin l3 magazine iocking pin spring. You must read this manual carefully and thoroughly in its entirety and fully understand all aspects before you can safely use your shotgun. Throughout this manual the action refers to the mechanism of this shotgun which loads and secures the shells in the. After removing the barrel and mag tube this is a takedown gun i found myself unable to complete the first step of disassembly which was to. For administrators in this context probably interesting, in the manual under the section automatic license distribution explained how to automatically distribute the. The serial number tells me that it is a model 1897 and should be marked as such on the slide bar that was manufactured in december of 1902. Online pdf converter edit, rotate and compress pdf files.
Exploded view and parts list bolt takedown barrel and magazine takedown. Youll still have to do some machine language footwork, but at least youll have a leader you can disassemble. This spiralbound manual contains instructions on how to successfully take down your 1890 winchester pump. Tips are extra wide to give solid contact the full width of the slot, and have enough thickness to retain strength even after being reground to fit any extra narrow slots that you may come across. In its first year of manufacture the 97 had a solid frame, but the next year a takedown version appeared and stayed throughout its production run. Winchester model 97 trench gun winchester model 1897 % similar models vj 45 rg ii banel 2 magazine bmd bushing 3 magazine band bushing scrcws 4 magazine band 5 barrel extension 6 adjusting sleeve. Known not only for its widespread use in the old west as well as movies, shows, and even games centered around the old west, but also for its notable use by us soldiers in both world wars and even the vietnam war, the m1897 can be seen both as a military and police. Cutaway view shows action slide arm just prior to engaging the groove. It w replacement and original parts for winchesters and other antique firearms plus jimenez bryco jennings, including firing pins, magazine tubes. All 1890 and 1906 rifles are disassembled in a similar manner, with only minor differences between the early and late models. Winchester 1897 ammunition question gun and game the. The winchester model 0 is also shown disassembled to the extent necessary in order to follow instructions contained in this book see figure 9. A comprehensive guide to the winchester model 1897.
I want to remove the pitted barrel and replace it with after market and having some trouble. I wiped off the excess on the outside but need to get the gun apart. If you can find a gun shop with a large, ultrasonic cleaning. The model 1897 was originally offered in solid frame until april of 1898 when the take down was introduced. A free and open source software to merge, split, rotate and extract pages from pdf files. Woods expertise, stepbystep instructions and crisp photography. Its also a straight grip while most all 1897 stocks are pistol grip shaped. Also, did the wood on these have lacquer or schellac applied from the factory. This stock is a scarce black diamond deluxe type with checkering. The model 1897 was a superior slideaction exposed hammer shotgun that was specifically designed for the new smokeless powder. The springfield armory had to design a special bayonet mounting for winchester shotguns as the bayonets in use relied on a ring fitted over a. One camp says that regarding ammunition, you cant shoot 2 34 shells in this gun because the receiver isnt long enough, and too much pressure is built up. Disassembly takedown gunsmithing manual winchester model 1892. Jul 23, 2011 i have a winchester 1897, that manufactured in 1912.
American rifleman a look back at the winchester model 1897. Figure 1 covers the general features and benefits of the model 1892 design. The winchester model 1897 is probably one of the most wellknown and widely recognized pumpaction shotguns ever created. Model 97 chamber and ammunition winchester shotguns. First, insure the breech bolt 40 is in battery and carrier 68 is fully up. My friend knowing the gun nut i am is asking me to do him a favor and do a complete takedown on his old win 1897 and clean her up for him. The gun is drenched in some sort of protective greaseoil. If you cannot find the manual you need please use our online order system or contact us directly at any time by phone during office hours. Is there an online takedown disassembly guide out there for me to just click on. Of course it can also be used for disassembling a clean rifle.
Home cowboy links cowboy email new shooter information monthly match results cowboycowgirl pictures westmatch renton gun club map to. This is part of an estate clean out please questions and i will try to answer them. Interesting, ive never seen a 97 with a prefixed serial number, nor are any listed in the madis book. Figure 2 covers the general features and benefits of the model 0 design. Open the finger lever 51 and remove the carrier screw 22 and magazine tip screw 32 from the forward end of. Strip it down to the frame with these manuals and put it back right.
Up for your consideration is a nice old winchester model 1897 12 ga solid frame shotgun. This centerfire rifles assembly disassembly download makes it simple, thanks to author j. This aligns actuating groove on left side of carrier with corresponding notch on arm of action slide 17. Winchester 1897 service manuals, cleaning, repair manuals. To see an outline of the 1897 model features click here.
Marlin model 1897 marlin model 1897 disassembly introduction this is a manual for taking apart a marlin model 1897 22 caliber rifle. Merge iii are tradbmsrhi ol mtc 1981 by melatkfinoloiim. Then with a flatnosed punch, drift out trigger pin 24. Winchester 97 hkedown guide madeeasy clean your own gun with confidence. The instructions are fully illustrated for all interfaces. Disassembly takedown gunsmithing manual winchester models.
Winchester 1897 shotgun feeding problems does anyone out there know of a good site for researching winchester 1897 shotgun troubleshooting or have some pointers. Do not shoot magnum, or steel shot loaded shells in it. Winchester 1897 shotgun clone disassembly instructions. There are complete disassembly instructions for the 97 in the gun digest book of firearms assembly disassembly part v. There is also a trigger stop screw at the rear inside. Today i picked up a cimarron arms 1897 pump shotgun for cowboy action shooting. Winchester 1897 takedown shotgun butt stock rear stock. Winchester introduced the model 1897 slide action shotgun in the year 1897 as an improved version of its predicessor, the model 1893, and production was discontinued in 1957. I picked one up a few months ago and finally got it out to the range a couple of weeks ago. Someday i should get it checked out by a competent smith and try some reducedrecoil loads through it. Winchester model 1894 assemblydisassembly instructions. Oct 07, 2016 winchester model 1897 full disassembly and operation nobleempire. Value of old winchester model 1897 pump shotgun the high road.
December 1961 97 eixydoimdii for ttn trs0 whats the key to getting the. The gun was my grandfathers riot gun when he was a cop in the 40s to 60s ps. Winchester 97 takedown procedures disassembly instructions. It was made in 1906 and its the standard model not a riot or a trench gun. The standard gun and other models had both gauges while some 1897 models were only made in 12 gauge. This winchester model 94 disassembly tutorial is not a tothelastnutandbolt procedure. All model 1897 12ga shotguns were chambered for a 234 shell. Detailed instructions, with specifics regarding tools, techniques, and tips to prevent damage although the video showcases a solidframe 97. An atypical hero emerged, the militarized winchester model 97 riot gun, a 20barrel, 12ga. This manual will first outline the history of the 1892 winchester, then provide information on what tools will be needed in order to properly disassemble your gun. If you have misplaced the owners manual originally provided with your firearm or safe, you can in many cases can find a digital copy here. Here are the full disassembly service manuals of the winchester model 1897 shotgun. Download a pdf with pricing, value and reference information for winchester arms, courtesy of the standard catalog of firearms. The winchester model 1897 was designed by american firearms inventor john moses browning.
Split pdf files into individual pages, delete or rotate pages, easily merge pdf files together or edit and modify pdf files. Files are available under licenses specified on their description page. Winchester 1897 shotgun feeding problems cmp forums. Hi i am kyle and i am 18, i got two guns from my grandfather that both need a little work. When assembling or disassembling a model 97 takedown version, hold the firearm muzzle down to keep the slide forward so that the slide arm doesnt scratch up the left side of the receiver. How to disassemble and assemble the winchester model 1897 in world of guns. This simple webbased tool lets you merge pdf files in batches. Hoosier gun works, dealing in gun parts, 00 gun parts, 2000 gun stocks, magazines, 500 barrels. Disassembly takedown gunsmithing manual winchester model 1873. Vintage winchester 1897 12 gauge barrel with a full choke. Home cowboy links cowboy email new shooter information monthly match results cowboycowgirl pictures westmatch renton gun club map to the range rucas schedule washington. It is primarily intended for someone taking apart the rifle for the first time, when it is probably dirty and most of the screw threads are stuck. The model 1897 was first listed for sale in the november 1897 winchester catalog as a 12 gauge solid frame. Winchester model 1897 full disassembly and operation youtube.
The winchester 1897 was designed by the famed john m. For some reason im not being notified when i have pending comments. Winchester manufactured just shy of one million model 1897 shotguns, with the production taking place from july 1897 to september 1957. Brownells winchester model 121897 forend wrench brownells. All structured data from the file and property namespaces is available under the creative commons cc0 license.
This doesnt seem normal and im unsure what the problem could be. Jun 19, 20 im just starting to get in to sass and picked up and old winchester 1897 shot that i would like to blue due to an great deal of rust. Unfollow 1897 winchester to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. These features are explained in detail later in this manual. This will be followed with diagramsschematics needed for reference during the entire disassembly, and finally the stepbystep disassembly process itself. Below we show how to combine multiple pdf files into a single document. Winchester 1897 shotgun butt stock w butt plate rear 12. Using a longshanked screwdriver, remove the buttstock bolt 47 and buttstock washer 48. Cycling the lever smoothly moves a cartridge from 8 the tubular magazine to the chamber. Other disassembly of the model 1897 may be accomplished by first removing the 2 buttplate screws 79 and the buttplate 80 not shown. Seek knowledgeable instruction before attempting to use the gun if you are unsure.
Winchester model 1895 lever action rifle owners owners. Iwas given a winchester 1897 shotgun it is a 16ga and the seairl numder is 232075. The book provides clear instructions on how to disassemble and reassemble key components and how to maintain the firearm. The model 1897 was first listed by winchester in the november 1897 catalog. If you are looking for a way to combine two or more pdfs into a single file, try pdfchef for free.
Actually havent really tried yet im in no rush so thought i would ask around first. The model 97 does have some operating peculiarities that are good to keep in mind. Our pdf merger allows you to quickly combine multiple pdf files into one single pdf document, in just a few clicks. The other says that this is true for the model 1893 shotgun, which was made to shoot black powder loads and the model 1897 is ok to shoot 2 34 shells. Browning and quickly became one of the most popular shotguns in the world, serving the united states military in both world wars and popular with law. Exploded view of winchester 1897 cowboy action shooting. Winchester 1897 takedown guide classic old west arms. Winchester 1905 rifle full disassembly service manuals, cleaning, repair manuals, printed, download or cd field stripping and. The webley revolver also known as the webley topbreak revolver or webley selfextracting revolver was, in various marks, a standard issue service pistol for the armed forces of the united kingdom, and the british empire and commonwealth, from 1887 until 1963 the webley is a topbreak revolver and breaking the revolver operates the extractor, which removes cartridges from the cylinder.
It is important that you read and understand your firearms owners manual thoroughly before using it. Unfollow winchester 1897 stock to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Hello gunnit, my roommate just inherited a model 1894, we looked up the serial number and like the title says it was made in 1897. All 1873 rifles are dissembled in a similar manner, with only minor differences between sporting rifles and carbines and between the early a replacement and original parts for winchesters and other antique firearms plus jimenez bryco jennings, including firing pins, magazine tubes. The 1897 serial numbers started at 31609, earlier serial numbered guns were actually 1893 models. This page uses frames, but your browser doesnt support them. Full text of 80 microcomputing magazine december 1981. Here are the full disassembly service manuals of the winchester model 1897 shotgun you get step by step pictures packed along with all the written information and a schematic legend to correctly take this winchester 1897 shotgun completely apart. The 12 gauge takedown was added in october 1898, and the 16 gauge takedown in february 1900. Winchester model 1897 full disassembly and operation nobleempire. This aligns actuating groove on left side of carrier with corresponding notch on arm of. Buy winchester model 94 parts factory replacement gun parts, accessories and gunsmithing service on most manufacturers including browning, winchester, fn america, beretta, benelli franchi, stoeger, remington, bushmaster, marlin, sig sauer, hk and many more.
This manual presents instructions on how to successfully disassemble your 1873 leveraction winchester rifle. A coworker of mine is looking to sell a winchester 1897 shotgun and id like to know its value. Dano599, ok, im checking in, ive got a win 97, vintage 1897, but ive never shot it and ive never considered disassembling it. The winchester model 1897, also known as the model 97, m97, or trench gun, is a pumpaction shotgun with an external hammer and tube. Detailed instructions, with specifics regarding tools, techniques, and tips to prevent damage.
After selecting below, make sure that the gauge you have determined for your shotgun coincides with your selected model. Disassembly takedown gunsmithing manual winchester model. Inherited 1894 winchester that was manufactured in 1897. Use the space below to record information about your. It should have a c stamped above the serial number on the receiver frame.
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