myhandle87
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I see that Norinco makes 1897 replicas, however I'm curious as to whether or not they slam fire like the originals. Anyone ever try this?
Winchester model 1897 Replicas
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average_shooter
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No personal experience, but from what I've heard/read from CAS shooters; yes, the Norinco 1897 repro will slam fire like the original.
TomADC
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I have a trenchgun by them but its unfired so can't say for sure on mine but do agree with the above they are supposed to.
BTW $400 includes shipping to lower 48 to FFL dealer.
BTW $400 includes shipping to lower 48 to FFL dealer.
ReloaderFred
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Yes, they will slam fire. In fact, I've slam fired a Norinco Model 97, as well as some of my original Model 97's. It's not the best way to treat them, though.
Hope this helps.
Fred
Hope this helps.
Fred
Gunfighter123
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I've owned two Norinco 97s --- both would slam fire.
The Norinco WILL slamfire. I have 2. It is a direct copy of the Winchester 1897 which was famous(or infamous) for its slamfiring. In fact some parts will interchange, but I would not advise using a real Winchester with Norinco parts.
Mine are so reliable that I have removed my vintage (1901) 97 from my squad and put in a Norinco, I am not in the least worried about its reliability. Of course I put about 400 rounds downrange before I completely trusted it. The Norinco will handle loads that I would not put through my old 97.
Mine are so reliable that I have removed my vintage (1901) 97 from my squad and put in a Norinco, I am not in the least worried about its reliability. Of course I put about 400 rounds downrange before I completely trusted it. The Norinco will handle loads that I would not put through my old 97.
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