Sometimes this inertial force is sufficient to set off the primer, thereby firing the round without the operator pulling the trigger. Learn how your comment data is processed. While the slam-fire is cool it is hard on the gun. TM 9-285 which seems to be Armys take on shotguns in general and for our purposes, the M37. on this subject, I have corresponded with the renowned author and US firearms expert Bruce Canfield. The old Model 12 Winchesters and early Ithaca Model 37's Pump shotguns had no disconnector , so if you fired the first shot and held the trigger back, when you pumped another round in it would fire a. $75 for insured shipping Layaway available No sales or shipping to California, Hawaii, Ne, SALE PENDING JOEY D. 11/24/22 Used only by a little old lady on her way home from Church!We'll not quite but in exceptional hardly used condtion for a 73 yr old shotgun. It's a "newer" "old" 37 with a SN of MAG - 870042xxx and it did come without the two carrier screw locking screws. I have two that will not fire with the trigger held back --- 37147xxxx and 37153xxxxx both guns have a "disconnector". Theyre very smooth, dependable, and durable firearms, Ithaca 37 Featherlight 16 gauge 2 3/4" shells 28" barrel shotgun made in 1970. (hold the trigger down, keep pumping the action and it will fire multiple times) I've only done this a couple times just for fun. Modern CNC technology means that the machined parts are made more precisely than ever. WANT TO, ITHACA MODEL 37 DEER SLAYER 12GA SMOOTH BORE RIFLE SIGHTS BARREL LENGTH 26" EXCELLENT BLUE AND WOOD MECHANICS PERFECT. WANT TO PURCHASE CALL SHHOP 716-941-3946, ITHACA DEERSLAYER 12 GAUGE 26 INCH RIFLE SIGHTS SMOOTH BORE 2 3/4in CHAMBER NEAR MINT.CHECKERED STOCK AND FOREARM, CORRECT ITHACA PAD. I have a 1973 Ithaca Model 37 and have never tried to slam fire it,so I do not know if it will slam fire or not.Guess sometime I should try it and find out. Double check on this, but suggest you add a note for 1962 that Ithaca started with truly replace/switch barrels at # 855,000. Chamber marked 2 3/4", choke measured modified, and 14" LOP. Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 3 guests. Unique serial number sequences were established for special edition and commemorative Model 37 and Model 87 guns. This, Excellent, light finish wear, few small scratches. 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. Since the loading port for the magazine was at the bottom of the receiver and the spent shells ejected from the same location, the design appealed to both right- and left-handed shooters. "Shooter-grade" 37s can still be had in the $200 range. BEAUTIFUL COND.NONE NICER,COMPARE. May be due to pressure on trigger by operator as action slide handle is pushed forward. 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. The butt stock is a checker, SALE PENDING JOE D NJ 12/10/22LAYAWY 2D OF 2 ***BARN FIND !!!! The Ithaca Model 37 started life in 1937 in Ithaca, NY. I've tested the gun on multiple circumstances and the sounds and animations do fluctuate abit especially in . Ads were bought in outdoor magazines asking owners of 1893s to send their shotguns to Winchester and be replaced by a new one, the Model 1897. Mine is a 12g. The Ithaca Model 37 has had the longest production run of any pump-action shotgun. Current Mfg. Make: Ithaca. To clear the jam, I must force the second shell back into the magazine and then close the bolt face. The one I have was made in 1928. Do not know if it would hunt the shotgun or not.My guess would be most likely no, unless it were done alot. The design is derived from the JMB designed Remington model 17. Thus, holding the trigger down allowed the gun to fire the instant a new round is cycled into the chamber without requiring the trigger to be released; this feature was called "slam-fire". But not to abuse it in anyway either. The Model 37 was based on a patented John Browning design. I wanted one so bad for a while. They may not truly trust a semi-auto and are comforted by the simplicity of a pump. SKU: N/A Categories: Firearms, Shotguns. Ithaca Model 37 Slam fire * 12 Ga * 2 3/4 chamber * Barrel length 26" * Front bead sight * No interstate sales tax This Ithaca is in used condition, The finish is worn is a few places. Ithaca Gun Company warrants to you, the original purchaser, that this firearm was manufactured free of defects in material or workmanship; and for a period of one (1) year after the date of purchase, the manufacturer agrees to correct by repair or replacement (with same or comparable quality model) your firearm. 16 Gauge .Click for more info. 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. One was the slab sided, bottom ejecting receiver. The company changed hands again in the mid 90s, which changed the name of the pump gun back to the Model 37, and moved Ithaca Gun Co. LLC to Upper Sandusky, Ohio, where it remains today, turning out high quality Model 37s, 1911s and several variants of a high-grade rifle. Thanks! Slamfires are most common in military firearms that have a free-floating firing pin, as opposed to a spring-loaded one. Had a little too thick of a glove on and that bastard went off ass soon as cocked it again. How can I tell if an Ithaca Model 37 is a slam fire model? Looking to get 375 negotiable. Ithaca 37 Featherlight Slide Shotgun 12ga, 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. Winchester decided to go ahead and do their own, but soon found out that the little toggle that opens the bolt to load the first shell was a Browning patent. A similar model, known as the Trench Gun, was made for the military during WWI. The second sear does not come into play till the trigger is held back and the action closed. Receiver and bore are in excellent condition. More than two million Model 37s have been produced over its 80-year history. Very good plus overall condition, a few light abrasions. With Original Box, Ithaca Model 37 Featherlight 12 Gauge Shotgun Mfg.1952, Ithaca Model 37 16 ga UNFIRED VINTAGE 1958 COLLECTOR ***, Ithaca 37 16 ga Vintage Beauty 1949 Hardly Used, ITHACA MODEL 37 DUCKS UNLIMITED 40TH ANNIVERSARY 12 GAUGE. Firearms dont get much more iconic than John Moses Brownings legendary Auto-5 semi-auto shotgun, affectionately called the Humpback for its distinctive drop at the rear of the receiver. I didn't write down the serial number. Factory c. ITHACA 37 12GA 28 MOD. His website is:www.diamondgunsmithing.com and phone is 607-273-4510. Free Shipping, No Credit Card Fees. All Rights Reserved, Slam fire memories with the Ithaca M37 pumpgun (VIDEO). A shot in the dark, so to speak, perhaps to achieve, with a manual action, (known reliability) parity in respect of rates of fire with the emerging self- loaders..? Chamber marked 2 3/4", choke measured improved modified, and 14 1/4" LOP. Eight major concealed carry insurance programs are now available to the millions of Americans who carry concealed. Probably not a good idea. Synthetic stock and slide forearm. with seldom seen 28 in. I'm no authority. Has slam fire feature. Nice factory ithacagun pad.14in lop. An LGS has a 37 for $250. That obviously hasnt happened, and today, some 120 years after the first successful slide-action went on the market, the good old pump still plays a big role in the shotgun sports. Checkered walnut stock and beavertail forend. Seller: Cabelas La Vista. Cond. This was free of charge and, while exact numbers arent available, many Model 1893 owners took advantage of the offer. Decellerat, HERE IS AN ITHICA MODEL 37-S IN 12GA WITH A 30IN BARRELL OVERALL CONDITION IS GOOD BARRELL HAS NICE SHINY BORE NO PITTING ALSO HAVE ITHICA 20GA FEATHERLIGHT MODEL 37 IF INTERESTED, Metal surfaces rate near excellent, handling marks to wood. This is not always a good thing, especially with an inexperienced shooter. The other thing is simply there are stronger systems out there. AN ITHACA GUN COMPANY 37 DS POLICE SPECIAL shotgun is currently worth an average price of $1,060.27 used . Thanks berettaracer! All rights reserved, copyrighted, no material within this document may be copied or distributed in any way without the express written permission of the author, Walter Claude Snyder. The company was founded in Ithaca, New York, in 1880 by partners William Henry Baker, Dwight McIntyre, John Van Natta and Leroy H. Smith. REDFIELD SCOPE INCLUDED. Lay-, Metal surfaces rate near excellent, light handling marks to wood. Its popularity is widespread with all types of shooters and for any shotgunning applications, including hunting, competitive shooting, self-defense, law enforcement and the military. . the "stub" was removed and iirc the slide stop was altered to pevent the hammer from locking. He had patented a pump shotgun in 1915 that was somewhat radical because its ejection and loading port was located beneath the receiver. However, law enforcement agencies could order new guns with the slam fire if desired.The Ithaca 37 (or Model 37) is a pump-action shotgun made in large numbers for the civilian, military, and police markets. The Slam-Fire is NOT perfect. The original Ithaca 37 allowed the operator to hold the trigger down causing the shotgun to fire as each round was "slammed" into the chamber. In the action of a typical semi-automatic firearm, the energy of a fired round forces the bolt and bolt carrier rearward, ejecting the empty case. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. nice wood. It probably came about because they were going to law enforcement and military, but that is conjecture. More than two million Model 37s have been produced over its 80-year history. Gas-operated actions are dirtier due to the burnt powder that accumulates and they generally require more maintenance and cleaning. A pump action shotgun made for civilian, law enforcement and military use. Generation after generation, the pump-action remains a favorite scattergun for a variety of reasons. The first new shell lands onto the guide arms like it should. Thanks B, just looked up my dad's, which was originally grandpa's, and it's a 1951 version. 1. Year of Manufacture:. vent rib barrel with 4 choke tubes and wr, ITHACA MODEL 8700 12GA 3 INCH MAG DEERSLAYER RIFLED BORE. Wood is in very good condition. Ithaca Model 37 serial numbers/dates of manufacture - 24hourcampfire Previous Thread Next Thread Print Thread Hop To BP-B2 IC B2 IC B3 CTV Who's Online Now 742 members ( 160user, 06hunter59, 12344mag, 1936M71, 16penny, 1234, 84 invisible), 1,884 guests, and 1,514 robots. Some opinion that it can cause un due wear of the trigger group, I have never done it enough to prove out either way. This feature gave the gun a solid receiver that protected it from the elements and prevented twigs or other debris from getting into the action. In my safe I still have my 20-gauge Model 37 from 1960, which was my first shotgun and is still my favorite. Standard dimensions are a 1.5-inch drop at comb, 2.25-inch at heel and a 14.25-inch length of pull, reduced to 14 inches for the 28 gauge. The buttstock is uncheckered walnut, finished off with a nicely ground, black Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad. Come join the discussion about optics, hunting, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! When it happens you can see how some of the old quail hunters around here used to think that pumps were faster than semi autos. My older Ithaca is capable of slamfiring. The Model 37 pictured is a late-production 30 " -barreled, 12-ga. example that is unmodified and appears to be unfired. It also jammed right out of the box and for the same reason : Problem : When the gun is fired and the spent casing is expelled, two more rounds slide out of the mag at the same time. This shotgun is in great shape and shoots very nice. The used value of an ITHACA 37 shotgun has risen $18.72 dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $582.38 . . Grades are available in Fancy A, Fancy AA and Fancy AAA levels. This pump-action, bottom-ejecting shotgun is available in a number of configurations. ITHACA MODEL 37 FEATHERLIGHT DEERSLAYER 12 GA. BLUED 20" SMOOTH BORE BARREL $320.00 Free shipping Vintage Original Ithaca Model 37 - Front Bead Sight $45.00 $5.15 shipping 15 watching Ugly 20 Gauge ITHACA Model 37 FEATHERLIGHT Deer Slug Barrel FIBER OPTIC Sights $274.95 Free shipping or Best Offer SPONSORED md yx pa qb vq ig ay . ITHACA MODEL 37 FEATHERLIGHT. 3" chamber ,satin wood and metal. Pulling the trigger fires the gun and releases the slide for reloading. The cutoff date on that is around 1975. The Nylon 66, a relatively inexpensive rimfire with faux woodgrain, was the first successful synthetic-stock firearm. The second sear (if present) is part of the slide release and it release's he hammer if the trigger is held back. Ithaca model 37 feather light. America has been called a nation of riflemen, and those who learned how to shoot with a rifle are likely to be more comfortable sighting down the rib of a shotgun with one barrel. With the growing popularity of smokeless powder, and to avoid any injuries and lawsuits, the company did what might have been the first recall by a firearms manufacturer. However, law enforcement agencies could order new guns with the slam fire if desired. This page also has other serial numbers for guns made by Ithaca, LeFever, and some others. Save my name and email to use for future comments. Magazine capacity: 4+1. With the depression dragging on and another war looming on the horizon, it was possibly the worst time to introduce a sporting arm. Year of Manufacture: 1975 (Per the Ithaca Serial Number Lookup and the book included with this example, Walter Claude Snyder's Ithaca Featherlight Repeaters. It was made in several variations, including a riot-gun model with a 20-inch barrel that became popular with many law enforcement agencies. This 8-shot pump shotgun has a 20" barrel chambered 3 inches. Here's what it's like to shoot this classic scattergun. Description. In semi- or fully automatic firearms this can potentially cause the firearm to fire continuously until the magazine has been emptied. Defense model , 8 shot with 20" barrel. GOOD WOOD, EXCELLENT BORE. Get 12 Issues a year of the country's best firearms writing. *** Approximately 67 King Ferry Models were made. Stocks and fore-ends have laser-cut checkering and a nice red/brown stain, which brings out the grain of the fancy walnut. The Ithaca Model 37 has had the longest production run of any pump-action shotgun. He sent it back a second time and got it back again without any explanation and very little improvement. The 12 month average price is $1,060.27 used. I have done it and it is fun but I have never found it of any real use. Several big-city police departments, including New York City and Los Angeles, issued the 12-gauge, 20-inch barrel Military & Police Model to patrol units for many years. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Area Code: 402. The Remington Model 17 has a disconnect system much like what semi-autos have. Rather than acknowledging, promoting or even recognising the slam fire they seem to take a different and safety conscious approach. [7] For more information, please see our It probably came about because they were going to law enforcement and military. i have read that models after 1977 can not be slam fired. I wanted one so bad for a while. Regular M37 serial numbers apply within this range. Chamber marked 2 3/4", choke marked full, and 14" LOP. The Winchester Model 12 had become very popular and was setting the standard for pump-action shotguns. Choke. The 12 month average price is $782.47 new and $582.38 used. The Model 97, as it was later known, became the most popular shotgun in the country. 2018. Ithaca changed back to calling these Model 37's after a relatively short time marketing the '87s. The second sear is the small projection on the right side of the hammer. With leather sling. The 16 was made in 1965 and the 12 1974, and the 20 1975. Smith & Wesson Model 586: Reviewing A .357 Revolver With Class. Serial Number: 371493073. Otherwise, the Model 37 operates in much the same way as other pump-action shotguns; with the exception that, unlike most pump-action (and semi-automatic) long arms - which usually eject expended shells to one side, usually the right - the Model 37 ejects them downward, through the aforementioned loading/ejection port. General Recreation again filed for bankruptcy in 1985. It has a 20 inch barrel with a brass bead front sight. It, too, was based on a John Browning design. This page was last edited on 4 February 2023, at 19:08. 3% charge on credit card purchase. It has aggressive checkering on the polymer pistol grip and r, Metal surfaces rate near excellent, minimal handling marks. Solid gun. LOP TO NON ORIGINAL PAD 14", Ithaca Model 37 Featherlight is a pump action shotgun in 12 Ga. in sandusky OH. La, Very good, some finish wear, small nicks and scratches. Pump action 16 gauge with 26" ribbed barrel, 2 3/4" chamber, improved cylinder choke, and factory recoil pad. In addition to those mentioned, there have been various high-grade models with hand-engraving gold inlays and highly figured walnut stocks. Has ven, ITHACA MODEL 37 ULTRA FEATHERLIGHT 20 GAUGE 20GA. 1903 (22cal.) Sold Out See Details. There is no record I know that explains the rationale behind it. Ithaca Model 37 Featherlight 12 Gauge Shotgun. The used value of an ITHACA GUN COMPANY 37 DS POLICE SPECIAL shotgun has fallen $0.00 dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $1,060.27 . Get the 76th edition of the World's Greatest Gun Book. Make: Ithaca. ENDED - $675.00. ITHACA MODEL 37 FEATHERLIGHT PUMP 12 GAUGE 3 MAGNUM CAMO SHOTGUN. Stupidly I didn't get the serial number. Browning sold this patent to Remington, and the plan was to put the new gun on the market in 1917 as the Model 17. All these Model 37's had the serial number prefix of 381. Out of stock. The new value of an ITHACA 37 shotgun has risen $138.11 dollars over the past 12 months to a price of $1,117.44 . 26 vent rib barrel with added choke tube system with one Full choke insert. Interesting that I have one whose number, 37135XXXX, is not on the list. Up for sale is an Ithaca model 37. Total length: 38.5". SOLD FOR: $1385. I just found the serial number page when I was attempting to establish the year of manufacture for my own 37. The largest single users outside the US Military were the New York City Police Department and the Los Angeles Police Department. Smith, founder of the legendary double-barrel shotgun company that bore his name. If you scroll down below the video, I will place a description of the shotgun showcased. Ithaca likes to make it clear that every part is made and assembled in the U.S.A. Another feature of todays Model 37 is that no soldering or brazing is used in the manufacture of the barrel. Model 12s also are drawing premium prices. Firing the gun by pulling the trigger releases the fore-end slide so it can be pulled to the rear to eject the spent shell and then pushed forward to quickly load another round into the chamber. Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 3 guests. He worked his way up to become president of the company and later was mayor of the city of Ithaca, New York. 12 gauge. For example, did the 1897 have it? A slightly used but still functional Ithaca Model 37 DS Police Special provides a great afternoon of fun down at Demolition Ranch. A Colorado company, Baldritch & Associates, bought Ithaca in 1967. Barrel length: 20". $375 USD. My son sent his back to Ithaca and got it back without any explanation or improved results. Seems that there's a lot of Ithaca 37 fans on here so I thought I'd make a post with the serial numbers. The bore is in excellent condition. Action: Manual Pump, Bottom Load & Ejection. The Ithaca 37 (or Model 37) is a pump-action shotgun made in large numbers for the civilian, military, and police markets. That's nice, I won't feel bad about slamfiring it anymore! Bought used. A total of 22,000 of these Model 37 shotguns was delivered to the Saigon government between Nov. 14, 1962 and Jan. 31, 1963. Do think it could cause any damage to the gun though if I do that fast enough? Weight: 6.7 lb. West Islip, New York. After loading the shells into the magazine and pressing the slide release located in the forward part of the trigger guard, rack the slide and push it forward, loading the chamber.

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