Although I love the Model 37, it has a design defect of its own. Too small trigger guard lends to unintentional firing when fast pumping while wearing gloves. The Model 97 is one of the sleekest pumpguns ever designed. With a straight stock and small corncob forend it is a lovely looking gun. Not a bit of bulk as later pumps wear with their pistol grips and fat, ugly forends. It is also one of the best pointing guns ever made (as is the Model 12). Those who don't know what they are about may skin a thumb now and then, but after all, idiots probably shouldn't be allowed the priviledge of owning a pure piece of Americana. The Model 97 is a great classic! And I thank you Mr. Dollar for giving us this wonderful photo of you and a grand American gun! Chopperlump
