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Lot 3157: Five Browning Auto 5 Semi-Automatic Shotguns

Five Browning Auto 5 Semi-Automatic Shotguns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 22, 2023

Lot 3157: Five Browning Auto 5 Semi-Automatic Shotguns

Five Browning Auto 5 Semi-Automatic Shotguns

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 22, 2023

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,000
Price Realized:
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A) Belgian Browning 16 Gauge Auto 5 Shotgun with Extra Barrel

Manufacturer: Browning Arms
Model: Auto 5
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 16
Barrel: 29 1/ inch vent rib
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 646
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Rating:

NB - EXCELLENT- near new condition 95% - 98%, used but little, no noticeable marring of wood or metal, bluing near perfect (some wear at muzzle or sharp edges can be expected).

NPRF - NON-PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED/COLD BLUE, ETC.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

With an extra Japanese 12 Gauge barrel with 2 3/4" chamber and full choke. chamber marked 2 3/4 inches. Choke marked full,14 1/4 inch LOP.

B) Browning Auto 5 Magnum Shotgun with Extra Barrel

Manufacturer: Fabrique Nationale
Model: Auto 5
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 12
Barrel: 28 inch vent rib
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 646
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Rating:

NE - GOOD- in working condition, wear on working surfaces, finish 40% - 79%, no broken parts, no corrosion or pitting that will interfere with proper functioning, but may have some minor surface pitting. Wood condition commensurable with percent of finish with dings and dents associated with 40% - 79% gun.

NPRF - NON-PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED/COLD BLUE, ETC.

Description:

Receiver manufactured in 1968. Fitted with a replacement buttstock. With an extra Belgian barrel measured 31 1/2 inch barrel with chamber marked 3" and full choke. Chamber marked 3", interchangeable choke tubes (full installed), and 14" LOP.

C) Fabrique Nationale 16 Gauge Auto-5 Shotgun

Manufacturer: Fabrique Nationale
Model: Auto 5
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 16
Barrel: 24 1/2 inch solid rib
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 646
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Rating:

OB - EXCELLENT- all original parts; over 80% original finish; sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal; unmarred wood.

NPRF - NON-PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED/COLD BLUE, ETC.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Browning marked barrel. Weaver choke system, 13 3/4" LOP.

D) Early Four Digit Serial Number Fabrique Nationale 16 Gauge Auto-5 Shotgun

Manufacturer: Fabrique Nationale
Model: Auto 5
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 16
Barrel: 24 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 646
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Rating:

OB - EXCELLENT- all original parts; over 80% original finish; sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal; unmarred wood.

NPRF - NON-PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED/COLD BLUE, ETC.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Browning marked barrel. Chamber marked 2 3/4", choke marked modified, 14 1/4" LOP.

E) Belgian Browning 16 Gauge Auto 5 Shotgun

Manufacturer: Browning Arms
Model: Auto 5
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 16
Barrel: 23 1/2 inch vent rib
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 646
Serial Number:
Class: Curio & Relic Long Gun
Bore Condition: Good - Some light pitting or frosted appearance
Rating:

NB - EXCELLENT- near new condition 95% - 98%, used but little, no noticeable marring of wood or metal, bluing near perfect (some wear at muzzle or sharp edges can be expected).

NPRF - NON-PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED/COLD BLUE, ETC.

WB - WOOD IS BETTER FOR THE PERCENT OF FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Manufactured in 1947. Chamber marked 2 3/4", interchangeable choke tube system (full installed), 14 3/8" LOP.

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