During World War II, the government contracted with Ithaca to produced 1911A1 pistols, and at one time the company was making more than 2,000 pistols per day. Serial Number: 148952 . Its procurement and issuance from 1942 through the late 1960s is ample testimony to the value of the Ithaca Model 37 to our armed forces.Related ReadingCombat Shotguns of the Vietnam WarRifleman Q&A: What's the Rarest U.S. Military Trench Gun?Behind Enemy Lines: Guns of Vietnam's SOG Warriors. It has a 28-inch ventilated rib barrel. Condition: Used, Minor Wear Caliber: 20 Gauge Supply Depot on Sept. 4, 1942, which resulted in total production of 1,422 guns. The 28-gauge guns are built on a smaller receiver, which gives the model the easy handling and trim appearance one would expect for the gauge. The Model 37 trench guns were shipped from the Ithaca factory to Augusta Arsenal between June 27 and July 20, 1942. Gold bead front sight. 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These Vietnam-era bayonets were fitted with plastic grips and were not as well crafted as the 1917-1918 bayonets made by Remington and Winchester.The most widely issued shotguns during the Southeast Asia conflict were the Ithaca Model 37 and Stevens Model 77E. In 1937, Ithaca introduced its first repeating shotgun, the Model 37. Ithaca M37 Defense in 12-gauge. Brand New. Smith, founder of the legendary double-barrel shotgun company that bore his name. If a gun found today is not in this serial number range, it is not a genuine World War II-production Model 37 trench gun. This feature appealed to many buyers, and the Model 37 soon became known for its craftsmanship and reliability. The receivers did not have the engraved game scenes as found on most of the earlier riot guns procured under government contract. More than 2 million Model 37s have been produced over the guns 80-year history. Ithaca has suffered many setbacks in its history and changed hands numerous times. This Shotgun is in Very good condition with some signs of wear present. Description: One of the prettiest Model 37's we've seen, and sure to turn heads at the trap field and in your gun room! By the late 1960s, newer designs, including the Remington Model 870 and Winchester Model 1200, came on the scene, and most of the Model 37s (and 77Es) were eventually withdrawn from military service. 26 barrel with Colonial custom installed choke tube system with one Improved Cylinder tube. barrel is modi, Excellent condition, light wear and handling marks. Decades of experience with handguns and holsters have given the author some excellent insights into the most popular designs. Guns Listing ID: 573047GUN IS IN GOOD SHAPE BUT MISSING MAG (OSS), Ithaca 37 Featherlight 16ga 2 3/4" Shells 28"bbl Shotgun W/ Scope MFG 1970, Ithaca 37 Featherweight Slide Shotgun 12ga, Ithaca 37 Featherlight Deerslayer Slide Shotgun 20ga, Ithaca Model 37 Defense 12ga. It built trench, riot and training Model 37s for the U.S. government. And its a safety concern with some shooters. These later Vietnam-era Model 37 trench guns were very similar to the World War II trench guns except for having a Parkerized finish (rather than bluing), a different serial number range and different type of martial markings. There is no evidence that we can find of ever, Ithaca Model 37 Featherlight in 12 guage with2 3/4" chamber, 28" barrel and modified choke. Well known for its line of high-quality side-by-side doubles, the company saw a bright future for the less expensive pump models. Defense model , 8 shot with 20" barrel. Lugs that are machined out of the barrels original steel block create what Ithaca calls the truest, strongest barrel you will ever shoot.. In comparison, the modern Ithaca Ultra Featherlight 20 gauge weighs a mere 5.75 pounds, which is a noticeable difference. ITHACA MODEL 37 CAMO MAG. SKU: V2-L4 Categories: Shotguns . This, Excellent, light finish wear, few small scratches. THIS MODEL 37 MADE IN 1947 HAS A 28 INCH PLAIN MODIFIED CHOKE BARREL. When Leroy Smith died in 1902, he left his share of the company to his son, Louis, who for 17 years was Ithacas only salesman. This has made the Ithaca popular with left-handed users, who may fear hot shells being thrown at them by other guns. The recoil-operated autos are cleaner but some, especially the older long-recoil designs, have more of a kick than either the gas guns or pumps. REDFIELD SCOPE INCLUDED. Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 0 guests. However, plans changed when Ithaca became aware of a patent obtained by designer John Pedersen for an improved version of the Remington Model 17, which was due to expire in 1936. Potential buyers should do their homework before committing to the purchase of supposedly genuine Model 37 military shotguns. The 97s first serious competition in the pump gun category was its sibling, the Winchester Model 12, introduced in 1912. Model 37 Featherlight $ 1,199.00 - $ 2,154.00 Designed by John Moses Browning, and originally manufactured in 1937, the Model 37 Featherlight has stood the test of time, providing generations of sportsmen with a reliable firearm for all types of hunting. They were plain-barrel riot guns and were not equipped with bayonet adapters, but they were fitted with sling swivels.As the United States involvement in Vietnam began to escalate further, the supply of World War II-production shotguns became depleted as the guns, once again, proved their value to our troops. Like the South Vietnamese riot guns, these S-prefix U.S. military Model 37s were not fitted with bayonet adapters. The 37Ts have much nicer wood than the otherssome of them quite spectactular. NY: Avon Books, 1995. Naval Operations Support Group ordered an additional 3,000 Model 37 Shotguns, Riot Type, Special Purpose, 12 ga. from Ithaca at a contract price of $37.60 each. MADE IN ITHACA NEW YORK BLUE AND METAL EXCELLENT WOOD HAS JUST A FEW LIGHT HANDLING MARKS ON BUTT STOCK MECHANICS PERFECT. The gun appears to be ribless. Re: Price check: Ithaca Model 37. This pump-action, bottom-ejecting shotgun is available in a number of configurations. Get 12 Issues a year of the country's best firearms writing. The late Jerry Lee served for many years as an editor with the Petersen Publishing group, covering titles such as. Beginning in 1963, the U.S. government placed orders with Ithaca for Model 37 riot guns for issue to our armed forces. began preparations to procure shotguns for military use. Unfortunately, the very limited supply and high demand has resulted in many fakes coming on the market today. The Ordnance Dept. Production has resumed in Upper Sandusky, Ohio. ), Muzzleloading Modern & Replica Pistols (flint), Muzzleloading Modern & Replica Pistols (perc), United States Patent Firearms Revolvers/Pistols, Century Arms International (CAI) - Shotguns. ITHACA MODEL 37 FEATHERLIGHT SHOTGUN AMMO SLING WITH GRIP RING BY ACE CASE - USA. MORE PICS ON REQUEST. Thanks for the site drcook. They run about 15.00. Manufactured in 1978. The 1893 was caught between two eras in firearms history, the end of black powder and the beginning of smokeless powder. Made in many different models, the Ithaca 37 has the longest production run for a pump-action shotgun in history, surpassing that of the Winchester Model 12, the original inspiration for Ithaca's entry into the market. A total of 22,000 of these Model 37 shotguns was delivered to the Saigon government between Nov. 14, 1962 and Jan. 31, 1963. The Featherlight features a ventrib barrel with a TruGlo frontsight or a field grade barrelwith brass bead front sight. It may be because of the almost pristine condition, but I'd swear that the polishing, fit, and finish of my 37R is a good step above the level of polishing, fit, and finish on my 1948 plain barrel field grade 16 gauge M37. Length of pull: 13 3/4" Chamber: 2 3/4" Guns International Sellers Terms and, 26" Mod, Solid Rib, Pad has been replaced 13 3/8" Lop, Wood shows handling marks Nothing Bad, 97% Blue, Shiney Bore, Buyer pays 50.00 shipping Pa residents add 6% sales tax, Price is for che, Designed by John Moses Browning, and originally manufactured in 1937, the Model 37 Featherlight has stood the test of time, providing generations of sportsmen with a reliable firearm for all types of, Ithaca model 37 Ultra-Featherlight 20ga with 25" vent rib barrel fixed modified choke 2 3/4" chamber. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. Gas-operated actions are dirtier due to the burnt powder that accumulates and they generally require more maintenance and cleaning. Then as the shell is lifted up toward the chamber, another shell slides out of the magazine under the guide arms preventing closing of the bolt face. They tend to be heavier and are not as easy handling in the field. In 1987, the name of the Ithaca 37 shotgun was changed to the Model 87. While issued in large numbers, the Model 77E was plagued by some nagging reliability problems, but the Model 37 generally gave excellent service and was highly regarded by the majority of its users. SOLD. Gil. This is my first Ithaca and to be honest it has to be the best shooting gun I have every own. Get the latest news and reviews from Gundigest.com. It's the lone survivor of the pre-World War II pump-action shotgunsthe Winchester Model 12 and Model 97, and the Remington 31. Deluxe models were even better. I have a 1947 Winchester Model 12 that's not one bit better finished than that Ithaca. Pre-Owned. Some fake Vietnam-era Model 37 trench guns with bogus USSF (purportedly United States Special Forces) markings have also been observed. The rare Ithaca Buttplates ITHACA GUN IN CIRCLE WITH 2 DUCKS EXTRA THICK 14/16 STOCK EXTForearmER. With the depression dragging on and another war looming on the horizon, it was possibly the worst time to introduce a sporting arm. The wood on my 1949 16 gauge 37R is nothing to write home about, but the fit and finish is excellent. In the spring of 1942, the government placed orders for 1,420 Model 37 trench guns designated in Ithaca factory records as Model #37, 12/20"- Riot Type Shotguns with Bayonet Attachments. While the term trench gun was never official government nomenclature, it is useful terminology to differentiate the models fitted with bayonet adapters from the plain-barrel riot guns. On Nov. 11, 1941, (less than a month before the attack on Pearl Harbor), the U.S. While never a large part of our military small arms arsenal, increasing numbers of shotguns saw service in all subsequent U.S. military conflicts. In addition to the riot guns and trench guns, the government procured 4,534 long-barrel Model 37 training shotguns between June 1941 and September 1942. Up for sale is an Ithaca model 37. This gun is chambered in 12ga. In the current catalog, you will find the Featherlight, Defense Gun, Deerslayer II, Deerslayer III, Turkey Slayer, Waterfowl, Trap Model, Womens Stock and 28 Gauge. Chamber marked 2 3/4", choke marked modified, and 13 3/4" LOP. Checkered walnut stock and beavertail forend. This 8-shot pump shotgun has a 20" barrel chambered 3 inches. Fawcett, Bill. The Ithaca 37 remains a popular choice among civilians for both sport and personal protection. The stocks were unmarked. Grades are available in Fancy A, Fancy AA and Fancy AAA levels. 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