Vintage Browning Auto 5 12 GA Light Twelve SA Shotgun C.1956 C&R Eligible
Guns International #: 103153462 Seller's Inventory #: L327
Category: Browning Belgium Shotguns - A5 - Browning Belgium Shotguns - Semi Auto

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Seller: lope
Company: Hansen & Hansen Arms & Antiquities
Member Since: 1/28/11
State: Connecticut
Country: United States
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About Us: We are Tom LoPiano and John R. (Jay) Hansen Jr. owners of Hansen & Hansen Arms & Antiquities. We specialize in fine and unusual collectible firearms and military items of all types and time periods. Modern firearms, Curio & Relic and antique. Civil War a specialty as well as German lugers. From flintlock arms and edged weapons of the Revolutionary war to arms manufactured in the present- we actively buy and sell all firearms related collectibles, documents and autographs, photographs, uniforms, old newspapers, collectible ammunition, swords, decoys, etc. Retail shop open to public for buyers as well as customers who wish to sell. Appraisals for estates conducted for a fee. Free verbal appraisals to all visitors.


Description:
Vintage Browning Auto 5 12 GA Light Twelve SA Shotgun C.1956
Offered here for sale and just acquired is a very fine a vintage Browning Auto 5 Light Twelve 12 GA semi-auto shotgun serial number G 53031. It was manufactured circa1956. The "G" prefix indicates a Light Twelve model, and the serial number range for Light Twelve shotguns in 1956 was G1 to G23,000 .
It has a 30" barrel. Early round knob. Vent rib. Original Browning hard rubber buttplate. It shows use but retains most of its original blue on barrel and receiver. Slight speckling of patina on receiver most of which will clean well. Minor use marks and scuffs on stock which is solid without cracks. A very fine vintage Browning which can be used untouched as this specimen is or with a very small amount of tender loving care can be dressed up to enhance its original beauty.  
Key Features and Condition Overview
  • Barrel: 30" with a vent rib, a classic configuration for the Light Twelve.
  • Stock: Features the early round knob design, characteristic of the 1950s models.
  • Buttplate: Original Browning hard rubber buttplate, adding to the authenticity and value.
  • Finish: Retains most of its original bluing on the barrel and receiver. There's slight speckling of patina on the receiver, most of which should clean well, indicating minimal oxidation.
  • Stock Condition: Minor use marks and scuffs are present, but the stock is solid without cracks, suggesting it has been well-maintained.
Overall, this is a very fine vintage Browning Auto-5 Light Twelve that showcases both historical significance and functional reliability. Whether preserved in its current condition or with minimal restoration, it stands as a testament to Browning's craftsmanship.

L327  YHzX  BRZZ Thanks for your bid. Shipping for this item is $42 however final shipping amount is based upon geographical area. Handling is $18.00 for longarms only.   We gladly accept money orders, bank checks and personal checks. Credit card orders (VISA AND MASTER CARD ONLY) charged 3.95% additional for use.
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SOLD

Curio/Relic: Yes
Shotgun Gauge: 12 Gauge