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Norinco model 97

grizzclaw
I was thinking about buying one of these shotguns, can you guy's tell me the bad points about these. I was told that the action was rough.

Thanks, Grizztribefans@sssnet.com
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  • grizzclaw
    Does any one have feed back on this shot gun? It is a take off of the Winchester model 1897. Thanks
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  • oneshy
    Gun Test Mag rated it a best buy. They tested it for Cowboy Action shooting in which fast mounting to the shoulder is necessary. They found that the grip became slippery with perspiration which caused the hand to slide toward the action. The edges of the bolt as the action was cycled are very sharp and wearing leather gloves or a softening of the edges was recommended. On a fast mounting in a less than perfect position, the plastic buttplate can slide off your shoulder, or the sharp angled toe could dig in. They made a point of noting it's quickness, and swingability to the target. They only stated that the action was tighter than the Winchester due to a new versus used gun. They noted the short stroke, which made for faster shooting.

    Edited by - oneshy on 08/10/2002 11:20:23
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  • 101AIRBORNE
    GRIZZ,
    Do not even consider purchasing one of these. Interstate Arms originally imported these and SOG bought their inventory. From hands on experience the worst pos ever made. I was given one and ended up cutting it. No good points at all. My .02 101
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  • grizzclaw
    101, so what didn't you like about it? I've held one only once, and that was awhile back. I was thinking of using it for home protection.

    Thanks, Grizztribefans@sssnet.com
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  • 101AIRBORNE
    The action would jamb, the firing pin broke. This was a NIB gun.
    Also, the front wood split, forgot about that as it was the least of the problems. Fired 16 rounds before self destructing. Yes it resembles the Winchester 97 but no parts fit as it is metric. 101
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  • 101AIRBORNE
    The action would jamb, the firing pin broke. This was a NIB gun.
    Also, the front wood split, forgot about that as it was the least of the problems. Fired 16 rounds before self destructing. Yes it resembles the Winchester 97 but no parts fit as it is metric. 101
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  • leeblackman
    My experience, I bought one brand new. Got it home, and the action was so tight, my girlfriend couldn't pump it at all, and it took alot for me to. I figured that it would work itself out. After some polishing, oiling, several hundred rounds of ammo, and several hundred dry pumps at home, its still very tight and hard to operate. The wood on the buttstock chiped of a section, but I super glued it back on, and its not even noticeable. The gun has some problem feeding reliably. If you look inside you can see the horible tool marks on the interior and poor fitting. I'm really supprised they sell them at all. They are horrible guns in my honest no B.S. opinion. I would never buy one again. I can't even get rid of mine. I took it to a gunshow with a $250 price on it, and offered to sell it to people for $200 with no takers. I have almost $400 in the gun, and countless hours of polishing and working the action.

    My advice is to get a real 1897.

    If I'm wrong please correct me, I won't be offended.

    The sound of a 12 gauge pump clears a house fatser than Rosie O eats a Big Mac !
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  • grizzclaw
    Thanks fellas, I saw one on auction that started at 150, with no reserve. You talked me out of it. I'm really glad I can come on here and find out some of this stuff before I waste my money. Thanks again!

    Thanks, Grizztribefans@sssnet.com
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