{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwi-m1918-shotgun-shell-ammunition-carry-case-for-m1897-trench-gun-by-omo-dated-march-1918","title":"Original U.S. WWI M1918 Shotgun Shell Ammunition Carry Case For M1897 Trench Gun by OMO - Dated March 1918","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. Now this is a good example of an M1918 Ammunition Carry Pouch specific to the M1897 Trench Gun. The pouch itself is in great, service-worn condition but is missing the carrying strap, and the interior loops are now all gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Winchester Model 1897, also known as the Model 97, M97, or Trench Gun, is a pump-action shotgun with an external hammer and tube magazine manufactured by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company. The Model 1897 was an evolution of the Winchester Model 1893 designed by John Browning. From 1897 until 1957, over one million of these shotguns were produced. The Model 1897 was offered in numerous barrel lengths and grades, chambered in 12 and 16 gauge, and as a solid frame or takedown. The 16-gauge guns had a standard barrel length of 28 inches, while 12-gauge guns were furnished with 30-inch length barrels. Special length barrels could be ordered in lengths as short as 20 inches, and as long as 36 inches. Since the time the Model 1897 was first manufactured it has been used by American soldiers, police officers, and hunters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pouch is in fair condition with heavy wear and some staining. The fittings still retain their original finish and the carry strap is still solid. The interior shell sleeves are all gone, likely removed long ago to allow the pouch use for something else. It is stamped OMO \/ MAR. 1918.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good example that comes ready for further research and display.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43453200040005,"sku":"ONJR25JYAU130","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONJR25JYAU130__01.jpg?v=1755803222","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-wwi-m1918-shotgun-shell-ammunition-carry-case-for-m1897-trench-gun-by-omo-dated-march-1918","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}