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Browning Firearms
Browning firearms are manufactured by Utah-based Browning Arms Company, which was founded in 1927. These firearms include shotguns, rifles, pistols and rimfires. Some of the best known firearms produced by Browning are the A-Bolt rifle and the Hi-Power 9mm pistol.
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Your rifle was made in 1974 and if it is salt free and NIB then $1200-$1400. If you don't have the original box subtract $100-$150. Safari heavy barrel 22-250 barreled action only
How do you adjust recoil rings on an A-5 Browning?
It's all about squeezing the brass friction ring on just one end or both ends. The ring that is part of the barrel is cone-shaped to always provide one level of squeeze on the brass ring. Always have the brass ring on top of the spring. The other loose ring provides added squeeze for firing heavy loads when you place it so the cone squeezes the other side of the friction ring. When shooting normal loads, flip it over so the cone side is away from the muzzle. Browning glued a diagram inside the forearm on some I have seen. Do not oil the magazine tube, let the friction ring do its job.
Answergo to the borwning website for detailed instructions to properly install the rings (it is easy)
As always, the best source is the Browning website. Failing that, look at the diagram inside the fore end.
Failing that, unload your gun and put it on safe. Then put the butt on the floor and lock the breach back. Push down on the barrel and unscrew the magazine tube end cap. Slowly release pressure on the barrel and carefully remove it. DO NOT release the breach block till the barrel is back in place. Remove the fore end.
Now, you ALWAYS want the brass friction ring to have the heavier bevel toward the muzzle. If you are shooting normal loads the order from muzzle to butt should be as follows: brass friction ring with larger bevel toward muzzle, recoil spring, small friction ring with concave side toward butt (flat side against recoil spring).
If you are shooting magnum loads it should be as follows: brass friction ring with large bevel towards muzzle, small friction ring with concave side toward brass friction ring (flat edge always against recoil spring), and finally the recoil spring.
The only other thing I can say is that sometimes you do need to oil the magazine tube. That comes from the owner's manual. If the gun will not cycle you may have the friction rings set wrong, or the stock may rub against the barrel, or their may be too much friction against the magazine tube even though it is set correctly. Thus cleaning the friction rings, spring, and tube and subsequently oiling it can help it function. Do not oil if it is functioning properly or you may damage the gun, and use an oil that can stand low temperatures. Also keep in mind that oil attracts dirt so you will need to clean it often.
Was there a Belgium Browning A-5 410?
The .410 Browning A5 is an urban legend. Browninig never produced a .410 A5. No
You have a grade 1 Auto 5 made in 1938. It has the front trigger safety. auto5man
Where can you get a slug barrel for a Browning semi auto 16 gauge maufactured in 1936?
Slug barrels were not made for auto 5's until 1962. These newer barrels will work, but need to be fitted. You may find a slug barrel for a 16ga on gunbroker.com either Belgian or Japanese, but you will need a qualified gunsmith to fit it to your gun.
What does the asterisk on the barrel of a Browning shotgun mean?
Browning Choke Markings "* " = full "*- " = improved modified "** " = modified "**-" = improved cylinder "**$" = skeet "***" = cylinder
What is a Belgium made Browning 12 gauge shotgun worth?
What type? Superposed? B125? B27? Auto-5? There were several older models and even later models that were made in Belgium but assembled in either Portugal or the US... sales@countrygunsmith.net
Browning Acier Special 37562 12 gauge 5 shot Price year and where it was made?
This is an FN gun made in 1912. It was not sold to the Browning Company, but was made for sale outside the United States by Fabrique Nationale. It was made in Herstal Belgium which is a suburb of Liege Belgium. Value depends greatly on condition. As old as this is, they usually sell in the $250 -$400 range due to cracks in the wood, recoil pads, choking devices and so on. Collectors are usually Looking for Browning Auto-5's marked for the Browning Arms Co beginning in 1923. An FN gun at this age would need to be in very good condition to bring a "best price".
What is the value of a browning sweet 16 purchased in 1949?
By the question it is assumed that the gun was new in 1949 and would have been made in 1948 or 1949. To value this gun, it will depend on original condition. Typically these front trigger safety guns sell from $350-$500 on the average. A near mint gun could get to $1000 mark, but a professional appraisal is reccomended.
Not an expert in this area but I just bought a 1974 ( year 2 production of the Citori) o/u with fixed 26" barrels, IC and Mod chokes rated at 95% for 750.00 Hope I didn't pay too much but these were very well made guns as you know. I think I saw an early ad posted on the net that they retailed for 330.00 when made-
These guns have been selling in the $1200-$1800 range. New in the original box will be on the higher end.
What are the various choke markings for Browning shotguns?
The older brownings use an asterisk (*) or a set of them to determine the choke of the barrel. (one) * is Full, (Two) ** is Modified, and (three) *** is improved cylinder. This marking is usually located on the side of the barrel along the same line as the mfg's name. More complete answer BROWNING CHOKES AND THEIR CODES (ON REAR LEFT-SIDE OF BARREL) '*' designates full choke (F). '*-' designates improved modified choke (IM). '**' designates modified choke (M). '**-' designates improved cylinder choke (IC). '**$' designates skeet (SK). '***' designates cylinder bore (CYL).
What is the value and year of a Browning Sweet 16 solid rib serial 3S3002?
i dont know the value but its from 1963
$10.00
50-300 USD or so
What is the value of a Browning automatic shotgun?
There are too many versions, styles and grades to be specific. They can start around $250 and go up to 18,000. Use the link below to identify the value of your particular gun.
What is the age and value of a Belgium Browning Sweet Sixteen SN FNX29547?
Serial number X29547 is correct for a 16ga Auto-5 made in 1949. The FN indicates manufacture by Fabrique Nationale in Belgium and is not a part of the serial number. Just because it is 16 gauge does NOT make it a 'Sweet Sixteen.' That was a very specific variation of the Auto-5 with certain modifications to reduce weight by some 10 ounces less than the standard weight Auto-5. It should have "Sweet Sixteen" engraved on the left side of the receiver. Value depends on condition, which of course you dont tell us. So figure a value range of $300-$1000 for a plain barrel gun, add up to another 50% if the gun has a ventilated rib barrel that is original to the gun. sales@countrygunsmith.net
What is the value of a Browning 12 gauge Belgium made shotgun serial number 5G18520?
Well, other than it being a Belgian-made Auto-5 "Light Twelve" made in 1965, you dont give us much to go on. Need to know condition (detailed), whether the barrel has any type of rib on it, originality, etc. Digital photos would be a big help. As it is, value range would be $350-$1100. sales@countrygunsmith.net
What is a Japanese Browning Sweet Sixteen worth?
I did not know that Sweets were ever made in Japan. I have an FN round knob, and my cousin has a square one. If they do exist, they are worth less than a Belgium(sp?), but, unlike an FN, will shoot steel shot. Ric -- Sure, They Did -- Miroku made the Auto-5 Sweet Sixteen from 1987-1992. Mint condition examples are bringing over $1000 fairly reliably.
How much is a nickel plated 1902 Nitro Hunter shotgun worth?
Not a whole lot. 'Nitro Hunter' was a tradename used by the Belknap Hardware Co on shotguns they retailed through their mailorder catalog from c.1890-1930. These were distributed by H&D Folsom, and were probably actually made by Crescent Firearms which was a wholly-owned subsidiary of Folsom. They have no collector interest, and routinely sell under $100. www.countrygunsmith.net
What year was a Browning Sweet Sixteen with SN of X20179 manufactured?
Browning A5 Sweet Sixteen 16 gauge shotgun. Original Belgian made sweet 16 with matted rib barrel. Early gun with round knob made in 1963. $1150.00 see picture Item# S1659. I found this information at http://www.collectorsfirearms.com/newarrivals-II.htm The serial number specified in the question was made in 1948. sales@countrygunsmith.net
What is the value of a model 59 Winchester shotgun?
Depending on condition, low of $200 to $350. We are always interested in pre-64 Winchester shotguns.
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Little or alot.New in box $609, good condition $331. This is to the rihgt person, a collector. They were made from 1959 too 1965.
They were made from 1960 to 1965 about 82000 were sold. There are two models a standard grade and a pigeon grade
standard grade exc.cond,$650.00 poor cond,$250.00
pigeon grade exc.cond,$1500.00 poor cond,$300.00
The difference between them is the grade of walnut wood used for the stock and forarm.This is a real nice shotgun
See you at the range BOB C.
What is the value of a Pachmayr 12 gauge shotgun?
Pachmayr did/does not manufacture shotguns. They make accessories, and at one time had a custom gunsmithing facility. What other markings are on the metal parts of the gun? sales@countrygunsmith.net
When was a Browning 1910 Serial 73343 manufactured?
Actually began production in 1912. Best estimate is c.1919-1920. Should have only FN markings and Browning's Patent Depose markings - no Browning Arms Co markings. sales@countrygunsmith.net go to browning.com and check services tab. menu will show "how to date your gun". *** Not Listed *** Unfortunately, Browning's excellent website does not list the FN Model 1910.
Which Limited Edition do you have? More information is required. Provide serial number if possible
