John Browning's first successful pump-action shotgun design, the Model 1897 (M97) introduced the exposed-hammer pump format and was produced for over 60 years. The external hammer allows visual and tactile confirmation of cocked status. The M97 defined American pump-shotgun handling in the early 20th century. Type: Shotgun Action: Pump-Action Caliber: 12 Gauge Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1897, USA Weight: 112 oz Overall length: 47.5" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Hunting, Military, Historical, Collecting