I would guess it to be around 100 years old. I have one passed down from my grandfather and he died int the 1940's.
The shell length that the chamber can handle should be stamped on the barrell.
No way to tell without more information.
double barrel hammer style 30" semi choke made in 1900s used in prison systems chain gangs
There were no serial numbers stamped on the original Winchester Mdl. 37, single shot shotgun.
You need to have it examined by a good gunsmith. You assume wrong.
prior to 1968 the 94c was not stamped with a SN
Mine is stamped on the underside of the reciever. Take off the fore end and it should be easy to find....
Company was incorporated 1901 in Wheeling and and went out of business after some name changes and moves in 1910.
about $3500
Gun Digest.
describe the type of shotgun and recheck the serial number
Model designation