Winchester Model 1897 Shotgun
⚪ Last updated 2019⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #194 of 412 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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Description:
This mod adds an m97 shotgun to the game that starts to spawn from level 5.
Slam fire or pump action, 4 ammo types, 3 muzzlemods, 2 texture sets and custom animations.
It also comes with scripted reload animation in 1st person.
Navaro: Sounds
shavkacagarikia: reload script
WarDaddy: Animations
HERA90: Mesh fixes
Hyperx: mesh help
Deusion: 1897 model and textures
dpillari: Rusty textures
: Rail
Adds a Winchester Model 1897 shotgun with a scripted reload animation to Fallout 4. A popular weapon mod with over 6,800 endorsements and 316,000 downloads, last updated in 2019. For players seeking a classic pump-action shotgun with immersive reload mechanics.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust with 6,873 endorsements and 316,998 downloads.
- Classic pump-action shotgun that fits the post-apocalyptic aesthetic.
- Scripted reload adds a layer of realism that vanilla weapons lack.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2019 — may have compatibility issues with newer game patches or DLC.
- No detailed description of stats, mods, or crafting requirements provided.
- Requires manual installation or mod manager setup, but no explicit instructions given.
For Fallout 4 players who want a historically accurate shotgun with a satisfying, scripted reload. If you're a weapon collector or role-player looking to add a classic firearm to your arsenal, this is a solid pick. Skip if you prefer modern weapons or need extensive customization options.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure you have the latest game patch installed, as the mod predates recent updates.
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or NMM to avoid overwriting files manually.
- Check the mod's comments section for user-reported compatibility notes with other weapon mods.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 4 Mods
- Author
- Wardaddy
- Version
- V2.0
- Downloads
- 316,998
- Endorsements
- 6,873
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 7/20/2018
- Updated
- 4/7/2019
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🔧 How to Install Fallout 4 Mods
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