Browning A5 Light Twelve 12ga – 1964, SALT FREE, MIRROR BORE

Needing little introduction, the Browning A5 is one of the most iconic shotguns ever designed. With its signature humpback receiver design, the A5 is instantly recognizable and with more than 2.7 million made, it’s a common sight both in the wild and the more manicured lawns of Skeet and Trap lines! These guns were made to be used and millions of hunters and sportsmen did just that, slinging billions of rounds of ammo at all kinds of targets and they’re still going strong! This example, serial number 4G31728 is in wonderful condition with 98% finish, superb screws, and excellent checkering.  There is some light freckling on the receiver, and the furniture shows some light handling marks. Built in the much sought-after Long Tang Round Knob configuration, the stock is finished with a Browning  buttplate. This “Light Twelve” was produced in 1964, which sits outside of Browning’s salt-wood era. Guns built after 1966 were prone to salt contamination and rust because of the way Browning cured their wood.  Not all guns were affected, but the marketplace still has an aversion to the later guns with short tangs built from 1967 to about 1971. This A5 has a 27 1/2” barrel choked Modified, with a mirror bore, and is chambered to fire 2 3/4” 12 gauge shells. Overall, a wonderful semi-auto shotgun from one of the premier gun producers. Have a look at the detailed specifications and pictures below. Thanks for looking!