just got my 97 back from smith

[mavracer]

recieved my 97 winchester back from old western gun repair
www.dustybunch.org
functions like new takedown is tight again,can't wait till phesant season.
its a 16 with 26" bbl was made in 1908 I inherated it from step-grandfather. I've had it for 20 years probably sat for 50 at his house.thanks to all the CAS shooters for the demand I have another piece of history to play with.

 

[Avenger29]

Very nice.

 

[sm]

Very nice indeed!

So great you fixed it up, and will be using it.
No better way to preserve a great gun, and keep your step-grandfather remembered and honored.

 

[mnrivrat]

I'm sure you will enjoy the old corn chucker . Have fun !

1908 ? Then this is still a 2&9/16" chamber perhaps? You have a source for the shorter shells ? If not, I think you can check the past posts here on THR and find out what works.

Happy Shooting.

 

[mavracer]

1908 ? Then this is still a 2&9/16" chamber perhaps? You have a source for the shorter shells ?

yes it was, Tom lengthened throat to accept 2 3/4" shells.