You need the services of a gunsmith. There are about a half dozen or so reasons if not more.
Angle Eject
12 gauge
Angle Eject.
What you might have is a angle eject, compared to the regular straight up and out eject.
To unload a Winchester 1400 20-gauge shotgun, first ensure the safety is engaged. Open the action by pulling the forearm back, which will eject any shells in the chamber. If there are additional shells in the magazine, press the magazine release button and manually remove them. Finally, visually inspect the chamber and magazine to confirm the shotgun is completely unloaded.
you are mistaken Winchester model 88 is a lever action side eject rifle value is 300.00 to 450.00 depending on cond.
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Angle Eject
Your angle eject Winchester is worth between 250-350 dollars.
Thumb the latch on left side of frame to release the cylinder from the frame. Push the ejector rod which will cause the shells to eject from the cylinder.
Give it a thorough cleaning.