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i have a model 1897 winchester pump shotgun with US stamped on reciever also the date of 1918 on barrel i checked serial number gun was made in late 1918 also has cooler on barrel and clip for bayonet i was told it is a trench sweeper . any idea of rarity and value ?
Kintucky
Trench sweeper is a slang term or nickname - also known as the trench broom.
Officially it is a Trench Gun.
If it is all original and in good condition, then it is rare and probably quite valuable - I have seen reference to $2000 +.
Lot of repros and fakes around.
Hope that helps a little.
Regards
Richie
Richie is correct on all points.................. cool militaria !
It would be great if you could post a few photos !