Model 1897 16ga...Value?

[yotecaller1]

Just wondering if anyone can give me an approximate value of a shotgun that I have.

I have my uncles gun...It's a Winchester,model 1897 16ga with full marked on the barrel...both serial numbers match on the barrel and reciever...it's been reblued, and I believe the forearm pump has been replaced...the inside of the barrel has some pitting and a crack in the butt stock. I also notice one pit up by the front sight but seems it was there before it was reblued.

Thanks for any help!

 

[SteveM]

Being re-blued does not help on the value. I would look at the sell prices for this type of shotgun on www.auctionarms.com as this is what they will sell for in the open market.

My guess would be about $250.00 in the condition you speak of.