WW1 US Winchester 1897 Trench Gun
The Winchester 1897 Trench Gun, a 12-gauge shotgun weighing 7.8 lbs with a 39.5-inch length, was a significant firearm in WW1. Its 'slam fire' capability allowed rapid firing by holding the trigger and pumping. While effective, its performance was hampered by water sensitivity affecting the era's paper-hulled shells.









