I can't make your date code look like any of the examples, but it might not be the original barrel. An early 1956 gun would probably have a barrel made in 1955. As to the right parts, the later Breech Blocks and Locking Blocks will fit a pre-1958 gun. The only difference is the width of the rail.Serial numbers were then jumped to 700,000 and continued. An S1498 serial number would be a first year (1930) 20-gauge "The Sportsman". The gun pictured in your link for $4500 is a "The Sportsman" B-Grade with the higher quality wood and is mint new in the box. ... Top of the line field grade Auto-5 is B.C. Miroku Browning with Invector Plus ...It is an American Browning made by Remington. FN and Browning have the serial number stamped on the bottom of the receiver. Remington put it on the side. They don't bring as much money as a true Browning. I'd estimate it at a $500-600 gunA5 Autoloader (New Model) The serial number for your firearm is found usually on the receiver. However, refer to your owner's manual if you have difficulty finding it.In 1976 Browning re-standardized its serial number identification. 1. Serial Number. at the start of each year. 2. Date of Manufacture. 3. Silver Type. This would be an Silver shotgun, manufactured in 2010 with the serial number 01001.The 16ga number 1 began in 1909. The two sets of numbers are different. A common mistake I have seen in many, many, gun shops and online sites is to assign the 12ga serial number date to a 16ga. I compiled this quick reference serial number guide for dating 16ga Browning A5s and the Auto 5-3 Shot, by serial number.The 16 gauge A5 (with short 2 9/16" = 65 mm chamber only) has a slightly different appearance due to a shorter receiver. ... They filed a US patent No. 2,026,252 on 9th February 1935 and assigned their invention to Browning: Serial number range 12 gauge 185561 - 191604 Serial number range 16 gauge 99501 - 103500 . Value? Open …This gun became known as the "American Browning". There are many differences between an American and a Belgian Browning, but the easiest way to tell is the location of the serial number. The American Browning's serial number is on the left side of the receiver instead of on the bottom, and it has a prefix. A for 16 gauge, B for 12, and …Browning A5 Serial Numbers. I have a 20 ga. with a serial number : 1Z and the numbers 482XX beneath the 1Z. Anybody got a clue when it was born and where you found the info. I am a new guy on the forum and am enjoying. This is an older thread, you may not receive a response, and could be reviving an old thread.fatjack34 Discussion starter. 26 posts · Joined 2008. #1 · Sep 26, 2008. I know this is redundant, but I am still confused after all the replies. I have a 16 gauge A5 with the serial number stamped on the front of reciever near the feed. it is as follows: 1R. 70581. the 1R is above the 70581. I am unsure if this is a 1961 model "standard or ...In nearly all cases the serial number will be required to perform the historical research. If possible, when you call, be ready with the serial number and model name. For more information and the final price with applicable state sales tax included please contact Browning Customer Service at 1-800-333-3288.The Browning A5 shotgun, designed by the legendary John Browning, stands as a testament to innovation and dependability in the world of firearms. This article delves into the rich history of the A5, a pioneering semi-automatic shotgun that has left an indelible mark on the firearms industry. Origins (Late 19th Century - 1902): John …Where is serial number on Browning A5? Auto-5 Semi-Automatic Shotgun. Date. Historic Information. 1940-1946. From 1940 to 1946 production of the Auto-5 was turned over to Remington. Serial number is on the side of receiver. “ABC” for American made Version. (A=16 gauge, B-12 gauge, C=20 gauge)HI new to the forum and yes i have a question searched the web trying to decode a Browning shotgun 12 gauge A5. No luck with the serial number what i can tell you and i could loads pics if needed.The shotgun is made in Belgium and on the reciver are 8G and under that is 1193 any help dating the shotgun would be greatly appreciated i …Auto 5, serial number help. I have an Auto-5 and the serial number doesn’t seem to match the formats I’ve seen, either from Browning’s website or the NRA. The serial number on the bottom of the receiver is 6492793 and the 64 is a little smaller than the rest of the numbers. The receiver is very plain with just ‘Browning’ engraved on ...The receiver is marked "Light Twelve" on the side and has the serial number 17227 near the loading port. The barrel is marked "Made in Belgium" and has the serial number B24613. First of all, that serial number is extremely low, unless it also has a letter prefix with it, like the '6g' above the serial in this picture.This explains why I have three separate lists of A5 serial numbers. Each is different. I called Browning for dating the serial number of an A5 and was given information that contradicts all three lists. I have deduced the official and final authority for documenting the date will be on Browning letterhead. It seems the published lists in …Ducks unlimited browning A5 sweet sixteen Description: Up for sale Ducks Unlimited Browning A5 sweet sixteen 1988 shotgun of the year serial number 000486 this gun is unfired in the original case with all paper work and choke tubes , 26" barrel ,2 3/4" chamber the wood on this gun is stunning $3,400 sale pending shipped and insured I also have listed the 1990 Browning A5 light twenty with ...On p.77 serial number R01 was shipped on November 5, 1953 and R3100 on December 31, 1953. Serial number R1009 may have been produced late November. In the text on p. 77 "FN sold minor amounts to distributors in other countries, the vast majority of both (S & R) of these series were sold to Browning."Here is another set from the collection all with the same serial number. Browning Auto 5 Classic and Auto 5 Gold Classic, 12ga, 28", both new, both SN 265. Both guns are new, but no boxes, sorry. A very few handling marks from moving around in the safe. PRICE IS FOR BOTH GUNS. Hard to find guns!Once you have a fair evalution and understand of your Browning A5’s value, and have other important information such as the gauge and serial number, you can …This may help. Go to the Browning website (link below), click on the SUPPORT tab along the top, the click on DATE YOUR FIREARM. Hope this is helpful. Thanks CMJasper - i had looked at that site and reviewed a number of the owner's manuals, but could not positively identify my model from the serial numbers.The chapter includes details on the first produced Auto-5 (No.1) as well as details on the markings and variations of the first 500 guns produced. 5- Serial Numbers: The first an only available accurate published record of serial numbers for all Auto-5 guns in all gauges. Each year is listed with ending serial numbers for each caliber.Browning Auto 5 Magnum Twelve. Manafactured in 1975. 32" barrel. Full Choke. Beautiful wood and bluing. Late 1975 and all 1976 receivers are missing the border engraving around both sides of the receiver. For more information about this firearm or for purchasing ( ( ( PLEASE GIVE US A CALL AT ))) 1- (479)-968-4106. PRICE - $1,950 + Shipping.The Browning A5 has the destinction of being the first mass produced semiautomatic shotgun. John Browning himself called it his greatest achievement at the time, of course that was before the 1911 .45 caliber semiautomatic handgun. If you own one of these guns and it has a letter in the serial number, your gun would have been made after 1953 ...This was then preceded by the serial number beginning with 1000. Example: 1000S69 = A 1969 Superposed 12 ga.. shotgun with a serial number of 1000. S=12 gauge V=20 gauge F=28 gauge J=.410 bore: 1976-1986: In 1975 Browning standardized its serial number identification which it followed until 1998.Browning Service Department One Browning Place commerce regulations. Arnold, Missouri 6301 0-9406 Phone: 1-800-322-4626 Canadian Customers call or write: Browning Canada Sports Ltd./Ltee, 561 7 Chemin St-François St-Laurent, Quebec H4S 1 W6 Phone: (514) 333-7261 When returning your firearm for servicing, you must do the following: a.Manufacturer: Browning Model: A5 Serial Number: 8Z 12310 Barrel Length: 25 Condition: Very Good Metal Condition: Very Good Wood Condition: Very Good Bore Condition: Very Good Action: Semi-Auto . See all listings by kemu444 Tell a friend. Email Seller Print this listing. Contact Seller *Your Name: *Your Email:Remington engraving and FN engraving are very different. Yours is FN not Remington. FN resumed production in 1946. If your gun was made by Remington the serial number would be on the side of the receiver. You should find "Made in Belgium" on the right side of the barrel. The Browning website is confusing, this is a better reference:The first Browning Skeet Model Auto-5 was introduced in 1935 in both 12 gauge and 16 gauge. ... One is serial number 2,000,000 and the other 2,000,000-X. Browning also sold 2,500 Light Weight 12 ...Browning Auto 5 16ga Belgium made in 1947. About Us: Please call (724) 667-2345. This number is a land line and CAN NOT RECEIVE TEXT MESSAGES. *** SOLD *** SOLD *** 1947 Belgium made Browning Auto 5 16 gauge (serial # X9471), was in the first batch of 16 gauge A5s that left the factory shortly after World War II, in about March, 1947.The Insider Trading Activity of Brown Christopher Michael on Markets Insider. Indices Commodities Currencies Stocks1257 posts · Joined 2010. #1 · Feb 27, 2014. I have a friend who recently purchased A Browning A5, with two barrels. The serialization appears to date the gun to 1938 (202###) Both barrels have matching numbers. to the receiver. The proof marks however, do not match or appear to be 1938.Learn how to find the serial number of your Browning A5 shotgun and use the Browning website to identify the date of manufacture. This information is useful for appraisals, insurance and sales of the weapon.A5 Hunter. View Hi-Res Image. Autoloading shotgun ready for hunting. Features include a gloss walnut stock, fiber-optic front sight, humpback receiver and recoil-operated kinematic drive. FIND A DEALER TO PURCHASE. $1,669.99 - $2,049.99.In 1969 Browning started using two digits for the date of manufacture which was followed by a four digit code that identified the type of Auto-5: M=standard weight. G=light weight. This was then followed by the serial number beginning with 1000. Example: 69G1000 = A 1969 Auto-5 Lightweight 12 ga.. shotgun with a serial number of 1000.Browning Age Lookup. To find the year of proof of your (Post 1975) Browning or Miroku shotgun you'll need to find the Serial Number. On most over and under shotguns this should be situated under the top lever…. and on Semi-Autos somewhere on the receiver…. In the Serial number there are two letters together - This is your date code.Learn how to decode the Browning A5 serial number and explore the history of this legendary semi-automatic shotgun. Find tables of serial numbers by year of production and model variants of the A5.Find out how to date your Browning firearm by reading the serial number on your gun. Browse the list of firearms and learn about their historical letters and models.Usually, serial numbers can be found engraved on the back of the watch case. The serial numbers identify the age of the watch. Some watches have the serial numbers on the inside mo...This dating system is for Browning firearms manufactured after 1958. Most early Browning serial numbers contained no date or model information and can not be dated using this system. 1958 to 1968 - The last digit of the year was used. (Code "8" is duplicated for 1958 and 1968.) Example: Serial number 8G12345: 8 = Year of manufacture (1958)Mar 19, 2020 · The WWII production (1940-47 only) resulted in some 63,000 A-5's in 12, 16 & 20 gauges. The American Browning will have the serial number on the left side of the receiver and the FN produced A5 will have it on the bottom of the receiver. Here are the numbers on the barrel and receiver.Identify the year your Sweet 16 was manufactured if made from 1976 through 1992 (when production of the Sweet 16 ended). The serial number will begin with 01001, followed by two letters, and end in 221. If your gun does not end in 221, it is not a Sweet 16 shotgun. The date of manufacture codes are: Z = 1, Y = 2, X = 3, W = 4, V = 5, T = 6, R ...23 posts · Joined 2004. #1 · Sep 22, 2004. I'm trying to date my dad's old (but very reliable) auto 5 20 ga. I can't find the serial number on the Browning website. Its a Belgian, with the number is "0Z" on the first line, then 39XXX on the second on the underside of the receiver. While I'll never let it go, I'm also interested in the value.The A-500R shotgun was introduced in 1987 and discontinued in 1993. It was a short recoil operated model, made in Belguim and assembled in Portugal. To find your serial number, you may need your owner's manual. We have most owner's manuals online. Click here. Date. Historic Information. Serial Number Info. 1987-1993.From first-time buyers to seasoned dealers, the first thing anyone trying to find the Browning Automatic 5’s value should do is to evaluate the firearm’s condition. Look for scratches, wear and tear, and visible corrosion or rust. The value of any firearm depends on its condition. The NRA condition standards rate firearms as New, Perfect ...Browning A5 My Sweet 16 serial number is 3S 10221 listed on the bottom of the chamber where you put the shells in. The A5 Light twelve, which I looked up years ago and thought it was a 57 model, serial nimber is 68G 36969. The 16 gauge is a round end while the Light twelve is flat. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks!Hi! I have three guns Id like to know an estimated value of, they include: -Remington Model 17 Serial Number 45293 -Browning BAR .270 Safari Serial Number 137NM45717 -Browning Auto 5 Light Twelve Seri … read moreModel: Auto-5 Magnum Twenty. Serial Number: ... The Browning Automatic 5, most often Auto-5 or simply A-5, is a recoil-operated semi-automatic shotgun designed by John Browning. The Browning Auto-5 was the first mass-produced semi-automatic shotgun. Designed by John Browning in 1898 and patented in 1900, it was produced continually for almost ...Browning A5 Serial number. Jump to Latest Follow 3K views 3 replies 3 participants last post by bgold Dec 5, 2015. T. Tom_owens95 Discussion starter 2 posts ...B-12 gauge, C=20 gauge).īarrel is marked 'Browning Arms Company St. I have a 12 gauge browning auto 5 I just picked up in a trade and I need to know what. Manufacturer: Browning Model: Auto 5 Serial Number: 70Z 53301 Chambers: 2 3/4 Condition: 99% Metal Condition: 99%. Browning Auto 5 20 Gauge for sale online.The 3G is the date code for 1963. Very nice gun it will serve you well for many years. The Browning Auto 5's do need regular maintence though, About every 15 years or so have it cleaned and re-lubed other than that just regular barrel cleaning after shooting.Maxus Autoloading Shotgun. The serial number for your firearm is found usually on the receiver. However, refer to your owner's manual if you have difficulty finding it. We have many owner's manuals online . In the serial number code key below, the model number code for your Maxus is 115.The serial number for your firearm is found usually on the receiver. However, refer to your owner's manual if you have difficulty finding it. We have many owner's manuals online. You can go to those by clicking …Anyways, I just bought a Belgian A5 Light Twenty but it has a few curious traits. First off, the serial number is 5Z 95571. Not exactly sure what to make of the "Z". I've seen some things say it was the "lightweight" designation for these years but most things say "G" was the lightweight designation. (FWIW, I do think this is a light twenty.)The Browning A5 has the destinction of being the first mass produced semiautomatic shotgun. John Browning himself called it his greatest achievement at the time, of course that was before the 1911 .45 caliber semiautomatic handgun. If you own one of these guns and it has a letter in the serial number, your gun would have been made after 1953 ...The reason being, Browning's repeater was first built by Fabroque Nationale (FN) in Belgium. Then the manufacturing of the Auto-5 was taken over by the Japanese gunmaker Miroku, which continues to make Browning's Citori. Most hunters will tell you that the Belgian-made Auto-5 was the superior gun.The "68" is the year and the "X" means "20 gauge magnum". No, 13816 does not mean the number made that year. It is the 13816 th. 20 gauge magnum made. The 20 gauge magnum was introduced in 1967 with serial # 7X-001. The first year (1967) there was only a single digit number prefix. Thanks for the info guys!My BAR .270 Win is a M69 serial. Has Patent Pending on side of barrel. So it is a very early MFG unit. It is a Grade II (has Elk and Pronghorn engraving) I bought this rifle for $320.00 back in 1993. In 1995 I met Mr. …This is incorrect. This a 1957 Light 12. It's a 5 digit serial which they did not start using until 1954. That letter stamped above the serial number is a G which was used starting in 1956. This means the serial number is G32XXX which puts it towards the beginning of the 1957 production year (G23001-G85000).From what I've been able to tell, this is a very early model Browning A5, made in Belgium with a serial number of 977 putting it in the first year of manufacture, 1903. All the early Belgian markings are present. The Browning Ogden, Utah stamp is on the top of the barrel. The right side of the barrel has the 'Made in Belgium' stamp, while the ...Browning Serial Numbers. BROWNING SERIALIZATION 1975 TO CURRENT: In 1975 Browning began using the two (2) letter code system (located in the middle of the serial number) for determining the year of manufacture. For example "PN" would be "89" indicating 1989. LETTER NUMBER Z 1 Y 2 X 3 W 4 V 5 T 6 R 7 P 8 N 9Browning FN A-5 Light Twelve - odd serial number orientation Jump to Latest Follow 2K views 4 replies 3 participants last post by Rudolph31 Apr 2, 2015A truly sought-after classic in the world of semi-auto shotguns, this Browning A5 Light Twenty should continue to be an excellent long-term investment as well! SOLD Manufacturer: Browning (Belgium) Model: A5 Light Twenty Serial Number: 72Z 72729 Barrel Length: 28" (27.5") Condition: Excellent Metal Condition: Excellent Wood Condition: Excellent928 posts · Joined 2005. #2 · May 3, 2011. The years 1958 thru 1976 have a serial number with a one or two diget number followed by a letter. Your gun was made in 1966 and is a light twelve model. If you look inside the reciever there are lightening cuts on each side and the barrel ring has three holes drilled in it. A very nice gun.I'm fairly sure I've got a 1953 Belgium auto 5 , would like to learn more about it , the serial number is just above the loading gate it is ; FN in a oval circle, then under that the letter H and under that a four digit number ; 2 xxx , Left side of the barrel ; Browning Arms Company St. Louis Mo. *special steel-12-Ga-shells 2 3/4Browning A5 20Ga. I just received a A5 20ga shotgun by inheritance. I have determined it is a 1959 manufacture date, but the serial number is preceeded by 9Z. The Browning website states that the 9 signifies the year of manufacture but I can't find any reference to the Z. Anyone who could explain what the Z stands for would be greatly …Browning A5 Serial Number Help. My friend just sent me a picture of a Browning A5 he has and I'm trying to get him information based on the serial number which is 7G 92192. The 7G is above the rest of the number. I've looked at the serial number page on Browning's site and still can't figure it out. Can anyone help me with this?The order of the serial number code was changed to: 1.Serial Number which started at 1000 for each year. 2. Two digit year code 3. Rifle type code: T=Long Rifle Caliber E=Short Rifle Caliber NOTE: FOR MANY MIROKU GUNS FROM 1973-75 AND PART OF 76, THE YEAR WAS REVERSED IN THE SERIAL NUMBER. 47 WOULD MEAN 1974. Example: 1000T47 = A 1974 22 Semi ...The serial number of your B-80 shotgun can be found on the left side of the receiver. The Browning B-80 is shown disassembled to the extent necessary in order to follow instructions contained in this book. (See Figure 1) The B-80 was designed to function with all standard factory field loads and target loads.Jan 04, 2012 Browning A5 serial decode please Registered Users do not see the above ad. Hi guys I've been reading the serial number chart on Browning's website, but am more confused now than ever. What I found underneath the reicever is '6V' and below that is a 6 digit number begining with 85. It's Belium made according to the.BROWNING A5® AUTOLOADING SHOTGUNS If you have any questions about your new firearm, this owner’s manual or other Browning products, contact: Browning Customer …Browning A5 Serial Number Help. My friend just sent me a picture of a Browning A5 he has and I’m trying to get him information based on the serial number which is 7G 92192. The 7G is above the rest of the number. I’ve looked at the serial number page on Browning’s site and still can’t figure it out. Can anyone help me with this?Description: up for sale is a 1987 50th Anniversary Ducks Unlimited Browning A5 12ga ,28" barrel ,Modified fixed choke ,2 3/4" chamber serial numer 87DU 03193 gun comes with original hard case. The gun has one small mark in the wood on the left side of the stock shown in the pictures other than that the gun is 100 % $2,300 shipped thank you for ...Make: Miroku Japan for Browning Utah, Quebec. Model: Auto-5 "Light Twelve" Serial Number: 02594NT211 ("02594" is the serial number, "NT" is a date code with "N" meaning "9" and "T" meaning "6" for the year 1996, and "211" is the Auto-5 type, in this case "Light 12 Gauge".) Year of Manufacture: 1996Manufacturer: Browning Model: A5 Serial Number: 8Z 12310 Barrel Length: 25 Condition: Very Good Metal Condition: Very Good Wood Condition: Very Good Bore Condition: Very Good Action: Semi-Auto . See all listings by kemu444 Tell a friend. Email Seller Print this listing. Contact Seller *Your Name: *Your Email:Jan 17, 2005 · Browning A-5 serial numbers. Browning A5 number 8Z6877. Can't find the Z designation. Flat grip knob so, 1968. This gun's in excellent condition with no wood defects, original bluing totally intact. Butt with FN marking is slightly chipped, also has polychoke.The forearm is a checkered grip walnut with finger grooves. The receiver is lightly engraved. Serial Number 68V18285 - Made in Belgium. 12 Gauge Price: $999.99 Barrels: 31.5 inch Weight: 8 lb. 12 oz. Item Location: Richfield, WI ... Browning Shotguns - A5 - Browning Shotguns - Semi Auto. Category Browning Shotguns - A5 Browning Shotguns - Semi ...To identify old Browning shotguns, look for specific markings such as serial numbers, proof marks, and engravings. Cross-referencing these details with Browning’s records or consulting with a firearms expert can help determine the age, model, and production year of the shotgun. See 3,000+ New Gun Deals HERE.I have a Browning Light 12 Auto 5 that I'm having problems dating. The Serial number is L 83816. Based on Browning's Serial number charts the Light Twelve serial numbers ended in 1955 with L 83000 and in 1956 started with a G prefix with a different SN range.Prior to 1924 the gauge would be indicated within a diamond. Post-1924 - A 12-70 in an Omega lying is the gauge and chamber length in mm., and would indicate the gun is chambered for 12ga 70mm - 2 3/4" length shells. Please note that many Belgian guns will be chambered for: 2 1/2" - 63mm 20g,Apr 12, 2024 · Browning A5 Serial Number Help. My friend just sent me a picture of a Browning A5 he has , Nov 11, 2022 · It’s not a Belgium made gun. This is an , Nov 21, 2004 · I think the serial number reference on the Browning website i, Robbins77. My A5 16 Gauge is a 3 shot auto. The serial, What is my firearm worth? There are several publishers who print books on the value of firearms. Some of them are liste, Kerry, I just recently wrote to Browning to date my A5 16 gauge, they said tha, Oct 24, 2014 ... With your Browning A5 disassembled, this Brownells' maintena, May 20, 2023 · Ranger6 Administrator Staff Member Adm, 928 posts · Joined 2005. #2 · May 3, 2011. The years 1958 , From what I've been able to tell, this is a very early, 928 posts · Joined 2005. #11 · Oct 5, 2009 (Edited) If you go to the, Find out how to date your Browning firearm by reading the serial , The new Browning A5 makes better use of kinetic energy with its, Ducks unlimited browning A5 sweet sixteen Description: Up f, Browning 16-gauge A5s in the 909xx serial number range entered the, The Insider Trading Activity of Brown Christopher Michael, D. Dalkowski110. 67 posts · Joined 2006. #3 · Jun 3, 2006. &, Find out how to date your Browning firearm by reading .