WW2 ISSUE MODEL 12 WINCHESTER RIOT GUN

SERIAL NUMBER 971702 BARREL 21" CALIBER 12 GUAGE MANUFACTURED 1942. Produced by Winchester in New Haven CT, for issue to US military personnel for combat and guard uses, 12 Gauge round barrel choked "CYL" with 2-3/4" chamber and bead front sight. 2 piece walnut stock with Ordnance wheel inspection and "WB" (Walter Brodmar) inspection and cartouche. Blue finished receiver and barrel with "U.S." and flaming bomb inspection on right side of receiver below ejection port. Barrel has flaming bomb proof on top of chamber. Barrel is properly "42" dated at bottom of chamber. These riot guns saw extensive use in the Pacific theatre and used by Marine Corps and Naval personnel throughout the Pacific. CONDITION. Very good with over 75% bright blue remaining on receiver with wear at balance point and edges consistent with military carry and use. Barrel has bright bore and retains same amount of blue finish. Stocks have minor bruises from use but retain most factory varnish and no cracks or material loss. Action operates properly and locks up solidly. C&R