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Outstanding 1961 Belgium Browning Diana Grade Master Engraved & Signed by R. Dewil 12ga
Guns International #: 102186236 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Browning Belgium Shotguns - O/U Superposed - Browning Shotguns
Seller's Information
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Seller: BrowningCollector1966
Member Since: 1/27/10
State: Nebraska
Country: United States
Phone: (402) 314-2729
Number of Active Listings: 0
Total Number of Listings: 116
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
3 days
Payment Types Accepted: Money Order, Cashier's Check, Personal Check, Cash (Pickup Only)
Description:
SOLD
For sale I have a truly spectacular Belgian Browning Superposed 12ga shotgun from the Pre-Salt Era. Manufactured in 1961 this Diana grade falls well before the salt wood issue which began in 1967 and ended in 1971 or 1972 depending on who you ask. These Pre-1967 guns are the most sought after by collectors for both the quality of the materials used and the extended long tang trigger guard, which was only available by special order from late 1966 or 1967 to 1971 when it was reintroduced on various square knob guns.
I hope the photos do this shotgun justice because it is absolutely gorgeous in every regard. It features a stunning factory master hand engraved receiver that is signed by R. Dewil on both panels. The receiver finish is also the more desirable coin or flash nickel which was more common on guns manufactured before 1962-1963. This finish has a more metallic/shiny look to it compared to the later French Grey finish you see on high grade guns.
The stock is some of the finest walnut you could ever ask for on a Superposed. It has the orange hue, which is common on the late 1950s and early 1960s guns, acompanied by some extreme gold tinted feathering and dark horizontal grain throughout the entire piece. The factory finish also remains quite vibrant and shows only faint signs of careful use. The fine hand checkering measures about 20-22 lines per inch and remains quite sharp for a gun that is over 60 years old.
The LOP length of pull measures 14.5" to the end of the factory recoil pad which is fitted exceptionally well to the stock.
Barrels measure 30" and are choked Full over Improved Modified.
This shotgun is one of the best I have seen from this era and you would be very hard pressed to improve upon it in either condition or quality of any of its features!
I am a Board Member for the Browning Collectors Association and vintage firearms are a passion of mine. I am more than happy to provide any insight or info that I can regarding vintage Brownings as well any other collectible guns you may have questions or concerns about. Do not hesitate to call/text me at 402-314-2729. Please do your due diligence before investing in or collecting vintage firearms!
FROM A LARGE COLELCTION OF HIGH QUALITY COLT, BROWNING, WINCHESTER, RUGER, and SMITH AND WESSON FIREARMS!!! 5 DAY INSPECTION PERIOD. Shipping is a flat $100 to lower 48 (PRIORITY MAIL, INSURED FOR THE WINNINGOF THE GUN, INDIVIDUAL TO FFL SHIPMENT), NO MORE PAYPAL!
Thank you for looking, happy and have a wonderful day!
SOLD
Shotgun Gauge: 12 Gauge
Manufacturer: Browning