Mell Where can I find the serial number of a Belgian Browning?
Need some help Have a Browing Arms Made in Belgium with St Luis MO and Montreal PQ on barrel when trying to date this can not locate by serial number which starts with 69X where can I go to get more information on this gun?
Where are the Browning guns made in the world?
Most Browning guns were made in Belgium by Fabrique Nationale (FN) until the mid 1970s when some production was shifted to Miroku in Japan. Today’s Browning firearms are made in either Belgium, Portugal, Japan or in the United States.
Where does the Belgian Browning butt plate come from?
Here is the kicker, lots were made in Belgium but assembled in Portugal so they will say ‘made in Belgium Assembled in Portugal’ and the like. On all the A5’s that where made and assembled in Belgium the butt plate has he distinctive FN ‘fabrique national’ logo and the barrel will only say Made in Belgium.
Where did they stop making the Belgian Browning?
Lacking hands-on visuals & rollstamped origins, probably the most foolproof way to ID these critters is by Proofmarks & S/N’s. Believe Belgian production ceased in ’76 or so – made in Japan & Portugal after that (& possibly Canada?) at least on some models of longarms.
When did the Belgian Browning BAR come out?
Your gun was made in 1970. The serial numbers on the Belgian made guns had a letter stamp and then the year of manufacture which became 2 digit after 1969. My gun has M9 at the end and was made in 1969. Yours with the M70 indicates 1970. I just purchased a Browning BAR and the SN is on the barrel. It is 12881 M7.
How to identify a Belgian Browning light 20?
Some of the Belgium ones were in big letters on the left side of the reciever and some in small letters in the barrel. I need a A-5 light 20 with choke tubes. This would be a Japan one as none of the Belgium light 20’s came with choke tubes as far as I can tell. You sure it was an A5 and not a B2000?
Is the Browning A5 semiauto made in Belgium?
This firearm is a Browning A5 chambered in 12 GA with a 3″ chamber. It is a long recoil operated semiauto made in Belgium. Overall this this is a good quality shotgun that has been refinished bot …Click for more info NEW THIS WEEK! Overall condition may best be described as “shooter grade”.
Where was the Browning semi automatic shotgun made?
First 10,000 shipped to U.S. Marked with “BROWNING AUTOMATIC ARMS CO. OGDEN UTAH-U.S.A.” Very few serial number records remain. Beginning with Serial Number 1 to approximately 228,000. Exact production figures are not available. Year of manufacture on Pre-World War II production is strictly a guess.
How many double barrel shotguns were made in Belgium?
The Banc d’Epreuves de Liege proved 233,526 double barrel smoothbore guns in 1889, the majority for export. In 1899 alone, the U.S. firms of Hartley & Graham and Simmons Hardware bought 90,000 shotguns, rifles, and handguns from Liege gunmakers.
Where was the Belgian Browning B-2000 made?
B-2000’s in 12 & 20 ga.- parts made in Belgium but assembled in Portugal, approx 115,000 imported to US between 1974 -1983. BP = Browning Portugal? I don’t know, but there is still the matter of the address on the barrel. I misspoke. The Browning B-80 was manufactured by Beretta and bears the Beretta proof on the barrel.
When was the first year of the Browning Safari rifle?
1959 would make it a first year rifle,and as such,you don’t have to worry about salt wood (although you can occasionaly run into one that was restocked at the factory with salt wood later).
Is there a forum for older Browning rifles?
Older Browning Rifles. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. You may have to register before you can post: click the register link above to proceed. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below.
How to tell the age of a Browning BAR?
If you go to Brownings website, you can date your Bar, except for the years 67 to 69. The first couple of years of manufacturing, they used a different sequence in the serial numbering process Try the National Rifle Association website. They are a lot of help when it comes to tracing origins / date of manufacture of firearms .
When was the Belgium Browning Model A 5 made?
Serial **Belgium Browning Model A-5 Semi-Auto Shotgun. Serial # 12791 This shotgun was manufactured in 1953. It is a 12 gauge with a 30″ solid rib, full choke, **Belgium Browning Model A-5 Semi-Auto Shotgun.
Is the Browning B-80 made in Belgium?
The Browning B-80 was manufactured by Beretta and bears the Beretta proof on the barrel. That Beretta proof is the closest I can recall to what was described. We Buy Guns! 1 – 100, Antique or Modern! Were the A-500G or A-500R ever made in Belgium?
What was the serial number of the Browning A5?
****1940 – 1953**** “A” Prefix serial number on the side of the receiver, American made Browning by “Remington Arms.” 1947 Post war Belgium made “X Prefix Series.” No serial number distinction between the Sweet 16 and the Standard 16 gauge A5. This is the “unmarked” Browning, era of the Sweet Sixteen.
Where is the serial number on a Browning shotgun?
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. If you don’t have this it is likely that your Gun is an earlier model.
When did the Browning 8 serial number start?
My old Blue Book states that from 1958-1976 Brownings were serial numbered with a number first followed by a letter denoting type of gun. So the “8” would be for 1958 (most likely) or 1968 (probably should be a 68 instead).This must have started sometime late in 1958 (in honor of my birth perhaps? )
When was the Belgian made Browning light twelve made?
I have a belgian made browning light twelve, I have researched it and found that it was made AND assembled in belgian in 1952.
Do you need serial number for antique shotgun?
Since an antique shotgun can be worth a lot of money — ranging in value from hundreds to several thousands of dollars — it’s a good idea to use the serial number to obtain as much information about the gun as possible, including its year of manufacture and number of similar shotguns that were produced.
Where do you find the Belgian mark on a gun?
This mark is found on guns that is not made in Belgium by countries that use proofs that is not recognized by the Belgian Proof House. The mark is applied after the gun has passed the Belgian proof. Double proof as prescribed by the French law of 1810. Black powder proof for rifles and shotguns. Can be without star and ring.
Can you get more information from a Belgian proof stamp?
But despite the history the belgian proof stamps are rather straight forward, normally one can’t get more information from the proof more than it has been done if one can’t find the inspectors mark.
How to find the serial number of a Browning shotgun?
2J=.410 bore for the year 1962. Example: 6556S2 = A 1962 Superposed 12 ga. shotgun with serial number 6556. 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.
When did the Browning A5 16 gauge gun come out?
The gun that left Browning a year later is easy to explain. It was manufactured in Belgium and had the serial number stamped in 1946. It was shipped to the Browning warehouse in November of 1946 and has a serial number date 1946. It was sold and shipped from Browning to a customer in 1947.
When was the superposed Browning 12 ga made?
This would be an Superposed 12 ga., manufactured in 1976 with the serial number 01001.
When did the Browning A5 20 gauge come out?
This is a 1959 Belgium made Browning A5 20 gauge. It has all original finishes with rust blue and horn butt plate. The barrel is 26in Modified. It has some field use as seen with scattered marks and s …Click for more info
How do we identify a Belgium Browning in the future?
Anyway how do we identify a Belgium Browning in the future if it’s not written in the barrel in English. I suffer from occasional loss of mental stability, and become very violent with only slight provocation.
How much is a Belgian Browning 20 gauge?
Belgian Brownings are still quite common on the used gun market. The Superposed, in the opinion of many, is still not overpriced like some of the other classic shotguns. This applies primarily to the Grade I 20 gauge, which can still be found for anywhere from $2,000 to $3,000 in good to excellent condition.
What’s the serial number on a Browning semi automatic shotgun?
The serial number configuration for the Gold 12 and 20 ga. shotgun is: 1. Gold 12 & 20 ga. Type 2. Date of Manufacture 3. Serial Number at the start of each year. This would be a Gold 12 ga., manufactured in 1998 with the serial number 1000.
Is the Browning 10 gauge still in production?
The Gold 10 gauge version is still in production. To find your serial number, you will need to refer to your owner’s manual. We have most owner’s manuals online. In 1976 Browning standardized its serial number identification which it followed until 1998. The Gold 10ga. went into production in 1993.
Is the Browning BAR grade 4 made in Belgium?
Beautiful Browning Bar Grade 4 Made in Belgium in excellent condition only a few small handeling marks. The Browning historian told me that on the invoice that it said it was ordered and shippe …Click for more info Offered is a 1971 Belgium made Browning Grade III that is in a Tolex case.
What’s the value of a Belgian Browning Superposed?
A LTRK gun in great condition like this one from the early 60’s is probably $2200 to $2500. A little less if it is not a lightning. Probably $500 less if it is not RKLT. The stock is probably a $1000 deduct. There was one that sounds like this one on GunBroker a few days ago with a buy it now price of $1500.
What kind of action does a Browning Belgium rifle have?
BUILT OFF THE BELGLAN SUPERPOSED “SUPERLITE” STYLE ACTION WITH 24″ BARRELS AND IRON SIGHTS. MINT CONDITION!!
Where was the light 12 Browning Belgium made?
Serial # 107NW20877 This rifle was made in Belgium and is chambered for the 7mm Remington magnum cartridge. **Belgium Browning Model A-5 Semi-Auto Shotgun. Serial **Belgium Browning Model A-5 Semi-Auto Shotgun. Serial # 12791 This shotgun was manufactured in 1953. It is a 12 gauge with a 30″ solid rib, full choke,
What’s the value of a Belgian made Browning?
The maker’s name would lead me to suspect the gun has some Germanic connections, but it is still Belgian based on the overall look and the Belgian proofmark. The wavy pattern indicates Damascus barrels. Value is in the $450 to $600 range.
Is there a Browning Model 71 made in Belgium?
MADE IN BELGIUM – .380 ACP Here is a very cool and unique little Belgium made Browning pistol that was only in production for a few years. This is a Browning model 71 chambered in .380 ACP. Built in 1972. This is a small .380 t …Click for more info 1972 BELGIUM BROWNING HI-POWER OR HI POWER 9MM BRUSHED NICKEL 9MM PISTOL WITH 6 MAGS.
Where was the 9 mm Browning Long Pistol made?
It was also copied in larger numbers in China and Spain, but mostly unofficially. The Model 1903 was the Belgian version of a Colt pistol designed by Browning, which was made for the use of a European cartridge called 9-mm Browning Long.
What kind of grip does a Belgian Browning have?
Receiver has Belgian PV proof mark below the ejection port. Buttstock has a ” round knob” pistol grip and a FN buttplate. Info says they changed to a “flat knob” pistol grip in 1967. C12-70 is European designation for 12 ga. 2 3/4” chamber.
Where are Brownings Arms Company Morgan and Montreal FG?
Markings on left side of frame is: Brownings Arms Company Morgan, Utah& Montreal FG. Right side of frame is marked: Made in Belgium- Assembled in Portugal. Sight dovetails are excellent. Bore shows a couple of spots which shouldn’t affect accuracy to much. Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
Where was the Browning 9mm T Series made?
This is a very nice condition Browning Hi Power 9mm T Series pistol manufactured in Belgium in 1969. The pistol has just a few small marks and the original red backed wood panels are very nice as we …Click for more info MADE IN BEGLIUM IN 1962. ALL FACTORY WITH BOOKLET AND BOX.
What is the value of a Belgium Browning?
If that is was one of the Belgian (FN, made before 1976) then it’s worth a little more (maybe $50) to a collector that puts a value on where it was manufactured. But as has been stated, the value is going to be determined by the buyer, if he thinks that the condition is poor enough he might not offer more than $150 to $200.
How big is a Belgian Browning Superposed bbls?
I looked at a friends 1960’s vintage belgian browning superposed. 20 ga. 26″ bbls IC and Modified. The gun is in nearly perfect shape from the muzzle right back to the buttstock. Lever just to the right of center. opens smoothly.
How big is the buttstock of a Belgian Browning?
The gun is in nearly perfect shape from the muzzle right back to the buttstock. Lever just to the right of center. opens smoothly. The blueing is 100% over the entire gun, the fore end is perfect minus one small ding. Then there is the buttstock. LOP 14 1/2″ It had been cut for a smaller shooter.
How big is a Belgium Browning 12 gauge?
This Superposed Buttstock has been refinished and shortened slightly. The LOP is 13″ and with a recoil pad will be about perfect. This is a Fantastic Original Belgium Browning Model Auto 5 12 Gauge Semiautomatic Action Shotgun Barrel. This 30″ 2 3/4″ Chamber Full Choke Vent Rib barrel is good condition with a great bore.
What’s the serial number on a Browning 12ga?
Browning 12ga numbers began with number 1 in 1903. 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.
What kind of stock do I need for a Browning shotgun?
MGW offers many Browning stocks for the full line of shotgun and rifles models from Browning. Whether you are replacing a damaged stock or upgrading the one you have, select from many different woods, synthetic polymers, standard grips, and finishes / patterns that will suit your firearm best.
What’s the value of a Belgium Browning 20ga?
The 20ga has to have the right guy buying it like the sweet sixteen. I have some of the 12ga versions and as far as a value most guys wouldnt give $250 for an a5 but some may give $800 being a 20ga. I have a 12 gauge Belgium Browning and been offered $1,000 for it but it’s not for sale.
What kind of shotgun is the Belgium A5?
Belgium Browning A5 Lightweight 12 GA 1965 C&R Shotgun GI#: 101645135 Serial #5G-83991, 12 GA (2 ¾), 29″ matte, ventilated rib barrel with a bright, excellent bore choked full. This a Belgium made, Browning model A5 shotgun with the round pistol grip wood st…Click for more info
What’s the serial number on a Browning 5 16?
I have a Browning Auto 5 16 ga, but I’m confused about the value. The serial number is 35,xxx. The barrel has the “BROWNING AUTOMATIC ARMS CO. OGDEN UTAH-U.S.A” mark on it. The serial number, according to browning, means that it was made sometime between 1901 and 1939.
Where does the Browning 20ga semi auto shotgun come from?
The bride calls me on the cell phone from a garage sale asking if I want a Belgium Browning 20Ga. Semi Auto Shotgun. We chat about the condition as she describes it to me. I asked her to look on the barrel and see if the word Belgium appeared she said NO all it had was “Browning Arms Co. St Louis Mo.” and (BP) in a circle.
How much does a Belgian Browning BAR cost?
Belgian Browning BAR LongTrac .30-06 Springfield PRICE: $955.00 MANUFACTURER: Browning
When did the Browning Hi Power 9mm come out?
You may find a more accurate production year by going to the browning web-site under customer service and looking under date your Browning. So with your High Power a quick guess would put it in the 1949-1951 range. The 9mm Hi-Power pistol was introduced to the U.S. market in 1954. Serial numbers from 1954 through 1957 are estimates only.
What’s the serial number on a Browning high power?
Here’s a link to the date codes that used on The Browning High Power Pistols. Note: FN uses the same date codes, so the above link will work for FN marked HP’s as well as the Browning High Power. Thanks, Bob! Hey guys! I’ve had this FN 9mm for years and put thousands of rounds through it. I love it and keep it close every night!
How can I find out the serial number of my Browning rifle?
To find out about your gun’s serial number simply click on your firearm. Click here to learn more about how you can add a piece of history to your Browning firearm.
What is the serial number of a 1969 Browning semi automatic shotgun?
Example: 69G1000 = A 1969 Auto-5 Lightweight 12 ga.. shotgun with a serial number of 1000. In 1976 Browning standardized its serial number identification which it followed until 1998. 1. Auto-5 Type 2. Date of Manufacture 3. Serial Number at the start of each year.
What was the last year the Browning Auto 5 was made?
This would be an Auto-5 Magnum 12 ga.,manufactured in 1976 with the serial number 01001. The Auto-5 will be discontinued for 2000. To commemorate this historic event for the Auto-5, Browning released the “Final Tribute” version in 1999. 1. Serial Number at the start of each year. 2. Date of Manufacture 3. Auto-5 Type
Glen Jensen, Browning Historian took the position with me that the true “Sweet Sixteen” was born when the receiver was engraved “Sweet Sixteen” in 1948. He acknowledged the lightweight A5 16 gauge guns produced between 1936 and 1947 are in fact Sweet Sixteen and identified as such in the factory issued catalogues.
What is the serial number on a Browning A5?
****1940 – 1953**** “A” Prefix serial number on the side of the receiver, American made Browning by “Remington Arms.” 1947 Post war Belgium made “X Prefix Series.” No serial number distinction between the Sweet 16 and the Standard 16 gauge A5.
How to determine the year of manufacture on a Browning A5?
Please note that few A5 serial number records remain on units manufactured from 1903-1939. Manufacturing of this model ceased in the year 2000. Print the pages containing the serial number and corresponding date you are seeking and file for future reference.
When was the Browning A5 12 ga made?
12 ga. A5 or Auto-5 The Browning A5 or Auto-5 was patented in 1900. FN began production in Belgum in 1902.
Where did the Browning Arms Company get its name?
J.M. & M.S. Browning Company was incorporated in Utah with the Browning Arms Company as a subsidiary. St. Louis distribution center and sales organization established. Ogden remained the headquarters, directing all activities. The Superposed shotgun was introduced into the Browning Arms Company line.
Where was the Browning Model 1922 pistol made?
Here we present a Browning FN Model 1922 Pistol, made in Nazi Occupied Belgium, circa 1941, during World War II. Germany invaded Belgium on May 10, 1940 and consequently had their weapons manufacturing capabilities appropriated for the Third Reich. Belgium has long been known for its weapons manufacture made for export all over the world.
How to find out when a Browning Sweet 16 was manufactured?
Identify the year your Sweet 16 shotgun was made from 1958 through 1967. The serial numbers on these guns will also have the letter “G,” followed by a number between 85,001 and 99,000. To find the date, look at the number just before the letter G. The number represents the last digit in the year (only from 1958 through 1967) it was manufactured.
When was the first Browning Safari rifle made?
You should be extremely proud. The Browning Safari Grade Bolt Action Rifles were made from 1959 to 1974. Browning had them made up at the FN plant in Belgium with premium FN Mauser actions and barrels. An article regarding the process of treating stock wood with a salt curing confirms this took place from 1966 to 1971.
What is the serial number of a Browning rifle?
Starting in 1969 Browning began the actual number using two digits for the date of manufacture, followed by an M. The number before M is the year. M=BAR High Power Rifle. This was then followed by the serial number beginning with 1000. Example: 69M1000 = A 1969 BAR High Power rifle with a serial number of 1000.
Where is the serial number on a Browning Safari?
Serial number is L10233 on the barrel just ahead of the action, in the barrel channel of the stock and just the numbers behind the bolt handle. Welcome to the Browning Owners Forum oberndorf !!
How big is the barrel on a Browning A5 Light Twelve?
This Browning A5 Light Twelve is a 12GA wit ha 2 3/4″ chamber. It has a 27″ barrel. It is in good overall condition, with minor use wear. Small crack in the forearm. 12 Gauge …Click for more info BROWNING BELGIUM A-5, “LIGHT-20″, 20 GA., 28” FULL, VENT RIB, ROUND KNOB, MFG. 1961, NEW COND.
How big is the barrel on a Browning Belgium?
Measuring 45″ across with a 25″ barrel and length of pull is 14 3/8″. Handling marks on the foregrip as well as some scuffs on the stock. The bottom …Click for more info
What kind of shotgun was made in Belgium?
Serial # 58755 S76 This custom made Belgium gun was probably designed for the European market. The condition SHOTGUN – Belgium made 12 gauge Browning SHOTGUN – Belgium made 12 gauge Browning shotgun s/n 157027 two-part checked walnut stock. 29” barrel 49” long overall good condition reblued frame.
Is the Browning Belgium Bar in good condition?
This Belgian BAR was manufactured in 1974 and remains in very good overall condition. Wood is good showing normal scratches and dings for a gun this age. Original blue shows some wear on high contact …Click for more info
When did Browning change the serial number to 2358?
In 1953 Browning added an alpha prefix to the serial number to differentiate between Lightweight and Standardweight guns. Year std.12 lt.Wt. 12
When did the Browning Model 81 BLR come out?
Made in Belgium from 1969 – 1972. Made in Japan from 1973 to present. In 1975 Browning standardized its serial number identification which it followed until 1998. The Model 81 BLR was introduced in 1981. The Lightning BLR was introduced in 1995. 1. Serial Number at the start of each year. 2. Date of Manufacture 3. BLR Type
What kind of gun is the Browning BAR?
BAR SERIES Models :: Gun Values by Gun Digest Gas-operated semi-automatic sporting rifle. Chambered for various popular calibers from .243 up to .338 Magnum cartridges. Offered with 22″ or 24″ barrel, with folding leaf sight until 1980.
What does the number 7 mean on a Browning rifle?
The number after the M designates the year. 7 means 67. 8 means 68. Starting in 1969 Browning began the actual number using two digits for the date of manufacture, followed by an M. The number before M is the year.
What is the serial number on a 1967 Browning BAR?
1967-68 BARs had serial numbers that read like this: 1234M8. The number after the M designates the year. 7 means 67. 8 means 68. Starting in 1969 Browning began the actual number using two digits for the date of manufacture, followed by an M. The number before M is the year.
Where was the Belgian Browning Auto 5 made?
The earlier guns made by Fabrique Nationale in Belgium are amongst the most prized both for functionality and for quality of manufacture. The guns were also made by Miroku in Japan for a while and the Japanese made guns were well made but tend to be heavier than the Belgian FN made guns.
Where do you find the date code on a Browning?
and on Semi-Autos somewhere on the receiver… In the Serial number there are two letters together – This is your date code. If you don’t have this it is likely that your Gun is an earlier model. Enter your Browning/Miroku date code in the box below and click SEARCH!
When was the first Browning 20 gauge gun made?
Browning is no different, but the wait was worth it for the company’s first 20-gauge models. The venerable old Browning humpbacked A-5 first came off the production line at the Fabrique Nationale factory in Belgium in 1903. The first shipment to the U.S. arrived in 1905, all in 12 gauge.
Is the Browning Liege 12 gauge for sale?
Gentlemen, for sale is a Browning Liege 12 gauge over and under. This is super gun. It’s probably rated 98%+ both metal and wood. The gun was made in Belgium in 1973. Specifi …Click for more info
Are there Browning Superposed 20 gauge shotguns for sale?
Offdered for purchase is a lovely Browning Superposed Lightning O/U 20 gauge shotgun. This is a Belgium made Browning with all the quality and beauty these guns offer. This is a Ligh …Click for more info
When did Browning start making pistols in Belgium?
In 1955, the Browning Arms Company began importing a striker-fired, blowback-operated.380 ACP pistol built by Fabrique Nationale (FN) in Belgium. Designed by John Browning and originally designated a…Click for more info
What is the serial number for a Browning semi automatic shotgun?
From 1958 serial numbers were preceded by the date of manufacture. 8M=standard weight for 1958. 8G=light weight for 1958. 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.
When was the first Browning 16 gauge made?
1976 Japanese Production Began, however, FN still produced Browning “Made in Belgium” shotguns into 1984, SV p65. The serial number coding system changed to the serial number preceding the date code.
What’s the serial number on a Browning semi auto?
Browning semi-auto, serial number 15014. a v in a circle, a star on top of a J, lion on top of PV, ELG with the crown, acier special. Anything anybody can help me with the dating? Thanks ahead! DAV, Deep in the Pineywoods of E. Texas! Let me try! I have a Browning 12 ga, auto shot gun that I got from my FIL.
What is the serial number of a 1962 Browning 12 gauge?
From 1962 serial numbers were followed by the date of manufacture. 2S=12 gauge for the year 1962. 2V=20 gauge for the year 1962. 2F=28 gauge for the year 1962. 2J=.410 bore for the year 1962. Example: 6556S2 = A 1962 Superposed 12 ga. shotgun with serial number 6556.