Looking for an opinion on a '97 Trench Gun

[Missing Something]

I have been reading some other threads re: Winchester Model 1897 Trench Guns.....



I have one marked Omaha Police Dept. The more I read the more I think this one was put together. I would welcome any opinions....












Barrel looks to have had the original front site cut off and soldiered:



The only other marking on it is a "61" on the trigger guard.

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[Chuckindenver]

try this post on the shotgun forum down on Jouster

[Missing Something]

Thanks Chuckindenver, I did


Here are a few more pictures... Is there anything else you need or would like to see photos of?



Underside of barrel:







Markings near breach on underside (L to R = 1 in triangle, VP in oval, W or M in Circle):







Underside of barrel near the end of the mag tube: