If you are willing to supply the serial number to your shotgun?I could give you the date of manufacture.If you are willing to supply the amount of blueing remaining and original wood finish I can supply you with a close estimate as to the value of your sweet-sixteen auto-5 shotgun.
Hi, serial #is S 38378 and as far as blueing goes... gun has never been fired and looks to be in like new shape.
thanks
CJ
Browning.com has a sn look up function. Your best bet though is to call Browning.
Your best bet is to contact Browning directly.
The Blue Book of Gun Values is the best reference to reflect the value of a gun. The price of a gun is not reflected because sales include profits. A Browning Shotgun with the serial number 0450 would need to be appraised to give an estimated value or sale price.
Made in the early 1900's. Value hard to estimate given lack of description. Best guess 100-500
The value of a Browning Sweet Sixteen shotgun, particularly with a gold trigger and a serial number like 41751, can vary significantly based on its condition, year of manufacture, and market demand. Generally, Sweet Sixteens were produced from 1937 to the late 1980s, so a serial number in the 41000 range likely indicates it was made in the late 1940s or early 1950s. Prices for well-maintained models can range from $1,000 to over $3,000, depending on the specifics. For an accurate appraisal, it's best to consult a firearms expert or appraiser.
The best places online I have found to see the current market price of firearms are gunsamerica.com auctionarms.com gunbroker.com hope this is helpful Its not a Sweet Sixteen unless there is an S in the serial number.
Your best bet is to call Browning.
The serial number comes up a Browning Auto-5 semiauto shotgun. Browning began manufacturing the Auto-5 in 1902. All serial numbers below around 228,000 are pre-WW2 manufacture, and only Browning can provide at best a guess on the age of the gun.
Repairing a Browning!Need a serial# Otherwise it is best to send the gun directly to Browning in Mo and they can completely rebuild,clean,repair,tune ect...go to browning.com click "services" and they can answer all your questions. ****Take Note**** The browning should not be disassembled by anyone other than a "Browning authorized gunsmith" I hope this was helpfull!
The Browning Auto-5 with the serial number 6M69192 was manufactured in 1971. The "M" in the serial number indicates that it was produced in the 1970s. For precise dating, it's always best to consult Browning's official records or a knowledgeable firearms expert.
The value of a Browning Auto-5 Lite 12 with serial number 18200 can vary significantly based on its condition, age, and any unique features. Generally, prices for these shotguns can range from around $600 to over $1,200. For an accurate appraisal, it's best to consult a firearms expert or check recent sales of similar models.
Browning did not break down the serial numbers of the hi-power from 1945-1954.At the end of 1954 they had made 72,250 guns and then started to register there serial numbers with production in 1955.Your browning high-power falls into the production of guns from 1945-1954,I am sorry but that is the best that I can do.