This Winchester manufactured second variation 18 ring walnut action slide handle (forearm) is for the model 1897 slide action shotgun with the intermediate or late variation action slide. This forearm is in very good condition having light dings and handling marks, being void of any cracks or chips and possibly having an added coat of finish. (file photo)

Note: Winchester model 1897 slide action shotguns with the following serial numbers have been observed with this part:

12 Gauge: 458896, 645103, 715713, 769466 & 914469

16 Gauge: 668800, 894353 & 962028