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Browning Diana 20 – 1961, 99%, 1 of 150, LONG TANG ROUND KNOB, vintage firearm inc
Guns International #: 103141090 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Browning Belgium Shotguns - O/U Superposed Diana - Browning Belgium Shotguns - O/U Superposed
Seller's Information
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Seller: Vintage Firearms, Inc
Company: Vintage Firearms, Inc.
Member Since: 5/19/07
First Name: jay
Last Name: shachter
State: Michigan
Zip: 49546
Country: United States
Phone: (616) 292-6240
Phone2: (616) 608-4337
Fax: (616) 608-4701
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 216
Total Number of Listings: 5863
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
3 days
Payment Types Accepted: credit card, check, certified funds, wire transfer (Advertised price represents the 3.5% cash discount price. Actual price if paid by credit card is 3.5% higher cost.)
Description:
General Specs: Browning, 1961, 20 Gauge, 6lbs. 5oz., Chokes M/F, LOP 14 3/8", DAH 2 9/16", DAC 1 11/16"
Serial Number: 22727
The Browning Superposed is one of John Browning’s most brilliant designs. Produced in plain-jane field grades to the most elaborately engraved and finely stocked shotguns ever seen, production of the Browning Superposed was done in Belgium, running strong from 1931 through 1977 when traditional production stopped. This fine Diana Grade, sn22727 made in 1961 during the most desirable era of the Superposed; before the “salt years” that ran from 1967 to 1972, and with the LONG TANG ROUND KNOB pistol grip before the change in 1966 to the far less desirable short-tang trigger guard. This is a grand example of a high-grade Browning Diana Grade, with extraordinary wood, long tang trigger guard, incredible hand cut, deep-carved engraving with deep-relief game scenes, shaded backgrounds, and wonderful bank-note style scroll signed by R. Risak (Raymond). This gun retains 99% of the barrel blue and French Grey on the action, 98% of the gold plating on the triggers, and all the factory wood finish with just a few minor field marks in the finish only, not into the wood. They only made about 150 Diana Grade 20 ga. hunting guns before the changes in 1966, and as such these early guns are highly sought after compared to later era guns. While searching the internet, keep in mind that some of the Diana guns shown are guns that left the factory as Grade 1 guns and were later upgraded to a Diana by Angelo Bee, Gino Cargnel, or some other engraver. Others are from the salt year between 1967 and 1972 with the short tang trigger guard, and later guns have the squared-off pistol grip. None of these later guns are worth what the pre-1966 guns are worth. Also, guns that have been restocked with aftermarket wood, have rubber butt pads, or Skeet guns with fat forearms are all less valuable and hence may appear to be a “cheaper” alternative. The best investment and value are the guns as shown here, early 1960’s guns in high condition and desirable M/F field chokes. This gun weighs just 6lbs. 5oz. with its 26.5” barrels and balances perfectly on the hinge pin…a true upland gun. Most Browning Superposed 20ga. guns weigh 6 ½ pounds or more. The gun has been used very little and still is firm on the hinge and tight on face. The bores are excellent and the mechanics function perfectly. This is a gorgeous Diana Grade priced well under market value for a pre-1966 gun and will make a great field gun that will continue to grow in value as you enjoy its use. With the factory 3” chambers and fast handling characteristics, this is the ultimate pheasant gun with heavy loads. Just in time for summer practice and to be ready for the fast-approaching hunting season. Time to treat yourself to one of the most handsome Superposed grades they made…the Diana Grade! See specifications below. Thanks for looking.
Barrels
Barrel Length: 26 3/8"
Chokes: .015/.036 M/F as marked
Bores: mirror
Bore Diameter: .610/.610
Wall Thickness: .037/.040
% Blue: 99%
Chambers: 3"
Ribs: vent-tight
Sights: front/mid brass
Action
Action: tight-Right of Center
Ejectors: timed
Receiver Condition: 99% French grey
Screws: perfect
Engraving: Raymond Risak signed; deep and well cut
Trigger Type: single selective- crisp; recoil
Trigger Guard Color: long tang, 99% French grey
Stock
Type: Long Tang Round Knob/field forend; well figured French; dark mineral streaks
LOP: 14 3/8"
LOP To End Of Wood: 14"
DAH: 2 9/16"
DAC: 1 11/16"
Cast: neutral
Checkering Condition: superb
Butt Treatment: Browning butt plate
INQUIRIES
There is a 30 day mechanical warranty on long guns. If it is a “VFI Certified” gun there is a 90 day mechanical warranty. Call or email us for more details or questions. Thanks! Vintage Firearms Inc.
Payment and Shipping
Ways to Pay: Credit Card, Money Order, Certified Check, Personal Check, Wire Transfer (Advertised price reflects 3.5% cash discount. Actual price if paid by credit card is 3.5% higher.)
Inspection Period / Return Policy: Three Days from the date the item was received.
Sales Tax Collected: AZ, FL, GA, MI, MO, PA, TX, WI
Shipping & Insurance: Ground $245.00 within continental U.S. Additional fees for HI & AK.
Item Condition: Used
Requires FFL?: Yes. C&R licenses accepted for shipping C&R eligible guns
Other
Terms of Purchase: Check your local and state laws before purchasing. It is the buyer’s responsibility to confirm his/her right to own the firearm or any item before purchasing.
PLEASE SEE OUR OTHER FINE VINTAGE FIREARMS. View all listings and our full inventory of fine sporting and collectible arms will appear. Thanks for looking!We employ full time gunsmiths on premises and can perform alterations to suit your needs within a few weeks of purchase. Common requests are: -stock bending to suit your particular requirements -addition of any specified butt pad to increase length of pull -alteration of chokes to suit your shooting preferences -lengthening of chambers and forcing cones -darkening stock color with penetrating stains -restoring any part of the gun including rust blue, charcoal blue, bone and charcoal case color, wood restoration and checkering recuts. If you like one our guns but it needs “tweaked”, let us know and we can quote you a time and price. Some enthusiasts like the guns “as found” and others want them “just so”. We often list guns as found and let the particular buyer choose how they want their gun to fit or look.
Price: $14,950.00
Shotgun Gauge: 20 Gauge