How to slamfire a WWII Trench Gun in under 60 seconds (Winchester 1897/M97)

Published on July 4, 2023
Duration: 0:46

This video demonstrates the slamfire technique on a Winchester 1897 Trench Gun, a WWII-era 12-gauge shotgun. The technique involves holding the trigger down while rapidly cycling the pump action, causing a round to discharge each time the action is closed. The M97 is shown with an M1917 sword bayonet, highlighting its historical military configuration.

Quick Summary

The slamfire technique on a Winchester 1897 (M97) Trench Gun involves holding the trigger down and rapidly cycling the pump action. Each forward stroke of the action discharges a round, enabling extremely fast firing, often demonstrated with six shots in quick succession.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Slamfire Demonstration
  2. 00:10Winchester 1897 Trench Gun Intro
  3. 00:24How to Slamfire Technique

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the slamfire technique for a Winchester 1897 Trench Gun?

The slamfire technique involves pulling and holding the trigger of the Winchester 1897 (M97) while rapidly cycling the pump action. Each time the action is fully closed, a round is discharged, allowing for very fast firing.

Why can the Winchester 1897 be slamfired?

The Winchester 1897 shotgun lacks a trigger disconnector. This means that as long as the trigger is held down, the hammer will fall and fire the weapon each time the action is cycled forward and the bolt is fully closed.

What is a WWII Trench Gun?

A WWII Trench Gun typically refers to firearms like the Winchester 1897 (M97) shotgun, which was adapted for trench warfare. These often featured heat shields and bayonet lugs for attaching bayonets, like the M1917 sword bayonet.

What caliber is the Winchester 1897 Trench Gun?

The Winchester 1897 Trench Gun, as demonstrated in the video, is chambered in 12 gauge. This was a common and powerful caliber for shotguns used in military contexts during its era.

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