This Winchester manufactured early variation carrier is for the standard grade earlier model 1897 slide action shotgun in 12 gauge and is in very good condition with light wear. Early variation carriers have the deep recess for the early variation (thick) cartridge guide friction spring.  (file photo)

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

12 Gauge: 74589 & 107227