1968 Browning FN High Power Safari Grade .30-06 SPRG Belgian Mauser 98 *STUNNER*

Description:
MANUFACTURER: BROWNING ARMS COMPANY 
MODEL: FN BELGIUM SAFARI GRADE HIGH POWER
YEAR MANUFACTURED: 1968–1969
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: BELGIUM 
SERIAL NUMBER: 5L-31777 
ARMORY MARKS: BROWNING ARMS COMPANY / MADE IN BELGIUM / LIÈGE BELGIAN PROOF MARKS 
CALIBER: .30-06 SPRINGFIELD 
CAPACITY: 5+1 ROUNDS 
BARREL LENGTH: 22.00" 
BARREL FEATURES: SPORTER-CONTOUR 
RIFLING: 6-GROOVE RIGHT-HAND RIFLING, 1:10" TWIST 
OVERALL LENGTH: 42.75"  
LENGTH OF PULL: 13.75" 
OPERATING SYSTEM: COMMERCIAL MAUSER CONTROLLED ROUND FEED 
ACTION: BOLT-ACTION 
TRIGGER: FACTORY SINGLE-STAGE WITH WIDE TRIGGER SHOE 
IRON SIGHTS: HOODED RAMP FRONT
OPTIC READY: REDFIELD ONE-PIECE BASE WITH REDFIELD RINGS 
STOCK: DELUXE HIGH-GLOSS FIGURED CHECKERED WALNUT MONTE CARLO STOCK WITH VENTILATED RECOIL PAD 
GRIP: FINE CUT CHECKERED PISTOL GRIP 
FIREARM FINISH: HIGH POLISH HOT BLUED
CONDITION: VERY GOOD CONDITION WITH LIGHT HANDLING WEAR, OUTSTANDING METAL RETENTION, BEAUTIFUL WOOD FIGURE AND STRONG BORE 
ADDITIONAL FEATURES: GOLD ENGRAVED FLOORPLATE & TRIGGER GUARD, BELGIAN FN COMMERCIAL MAUSER ACTION, COLLECTOR-DESIRABLE SAFARI GRADE, EXCEPTIONAL DELUXE WALNUT, LIÈGE PROOFED, ONE OF THE FINEST FACTORY SPORTING RIFLES EVER PRODUCED 
WHAT’S INCLUDED: RIFLE 

Before Browning production ever left Belgium, the FN Safari Grade represented the absolute pinnacle of factory-built sporting rifles. Built upon the legendary FN commercial Mauser action—the same action coveted by master custom gunmakers such as Griffin & Howe, Hoffman Arms, and Al Biesen—these rifles were produced during an era when craftsmanship came before production quotas. This beautiful example embodies everything collectors seek: Belgian manufacture, exceptional walnut, polished steel, and the timeless elegance that made the Safari Grade one of the most respected hunting rifles ever offered.

At the heart of this rifle is the renowned controlled-round-feed commercial Mauser action, celebrated worldwide for its flawless reliability, smooth cycling, and unwavering strength. Chambered in the legendary .30-06 Springfield and fitted with a perfectly balanced 22-inch barrel, this rifle is capable of outstanding field accuracy while retaining the confidence-inspiring dependability that professional hunters trusted across North America and Africa alike. The addition of quality Redfield rings and base allows the next owner to install premium optics without compromising the rifle's classic appearance.

The visual presentation is nothing short of exceptional. The highly figured deluxe walnut displays dramatic feathering, rich mineral streaking, and deep natural contrast beneath Browning's iconic high-gloss finish. Crisp hand-cut checkering, the graceful Monte Carlo comb, and the factory ventilated recoil pad combine beauty with practical field performance, while the gold-engraved floorplate and trigger guard elevate this rifle into a level of refinement rarely seen on modern production firearms. Every surface reflects the pride of Belgian craftsmen whose attention to detail helped define an entire generation of premium sporting rifles.

Few cartridges have earned the reputation of the .30-06 Springfield, and for good reason. From lightweight deer loads to heavy premium bullets suitable for elk, moose, black bear, and virtually every North American big game species, its versatility remains unmatched more than a century after its introduction. Paired with the strength of the FN Mauser action and the inherent balance of the Safari Grade platform, this rifle offers the confidence to make shots at extended hunting distances while maintaining the smooth handling characteristics that serious hunters appreciate in the field.

Belgian FN Safari Grade Brownings continue to climb in desirability because they simply cannot be replaced. Built before cost-cutting, before mass production overshadowed craftsmanship, and before rifles became disposable commodities, they represent one of the finest eras of sporting firearm manufacture. Whether destined for a distinguished Browning collection, displayed proudly in a gun room, or carried into the mountains during hunting season, this rifle is more than a firearm—it is an heirloom-quality sporting arm that reflects a level of pride, artistry, and mechanical excellence that today's factories rarely attempt and collectors eagerly pursue.

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Curio/Relic: Yes
Manufacturer: BROWNING
Model: FN SAFARI GRADE
Serial Number: 5L-31777
Barrel Length: 22.00
Condition: VERY GOOD
Manufacture Date: 1968

Price: $2,499.99
Shipping: $39.99
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