Hello Trooper Hook,
Well sir, per your suggestion I contacted Macon gun Stock.
I was duly impressed with their service, and the '97 butt stocks that they offer. Their rep said that they will fit the Norinco '97's with very little hand fitting. And what reallty made my eyes light, the stock is made from American walnut!!! This is especially important to me as my '97 is a working gun, and I only carry 00, or #4 shot .
The original butt stocks of the Norincos are just not sturdy enough to handle the recoil.
Any way you really helped me, and I hope that the word gets spread around about this company.
-The Irish Mick
Arizona Territory