This is a very desirable 1897 pattern Winchester bullet board showing the iconic "Double W" pattern of cartridges. A gold painted border is mounted around the green board and a wood frame outside that. The board displays a dark green background, red and white lettering and vignettes of a duck, bear hunting scene, and a moose bust (see photograph). The display consists of various cartridges and shotgun shells and nine containers of primers, each described below in white lettering. All of the cartridges appear to be present and attached, with a few having the bullets absent from the casings. A very similar pattern board was made in 1902 with the mallard slightly shifted so that it wasn't partially blocked by cartridges, as it is on this pattern. The back of the board has the paper label stamped with the compliments of the factory and hanging instructions. Also stamped on the back is "No 1982". Including the original frame it measures approximately 39 5/8 x 57 1/4 inches.

Very good overall, the board itself showing an attractively aged patina, some mild fading, and some scattered minor scuffs. The cartridges themselves generally show an attractively aged patina. The gold portion of the frame retains much of the gilt finish and has an aged patina. The outer wood frame is fine with some scattered minor handling/storage marks. This desirable Winchester bullet board would look fantastic in your gun room or office!