Browning Double Auto Twelvette 12 Gauge Semi Auto Shotgun - Excellent Condition
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Description:
Condition
This Twelvette is in excellent condition, both wood and metal. It has a 27.5" vented barrel with an engraved hor butt plate. These guns are rare and hard to find in this condition.
OVERVIEW
The Browning Double Auto is a 12-gauge, short-recoil semi-automatic shotgun designed by Val Browning and produced by FN Belgium (1955–1971). Known for its 2-shot capacity, exceptional balance, and fast handling, it features an inertia-block system, a unique loading port, and no traditional fore-end. Available in three variations based on receiver material—Steel Standard ($\sim$7.5 lbs), Twelvette (alloy, $\sim$6.75 lbs), and Twentyweight (light alloy, $\sim$6 lbs)—it is a distinct, fast-handling, 2-round auto-loader.
Browning Double Auto Specifications:
- Action: Short-recoil operated, 2-shot semi-automatic.
- Capacity: 2-round capacity (one in the chamber, one in the loading port/magazine).
- Caliber/Gauge: 12-gauge only, with 2-3/4" chambers.
- Receiver Variations:
- Standard: Steel receiver.
- Twelvette: Aluminum-alloy receiver, often with color finishes (gray, green, brown, blue).
- Twentyweight: Lightweight aluminum-alloy receiver.
- Weights:
- Standard: $\sim$7 lbs 6 oz to 7 lbs 11 oz.
- Twelvette: $\sim$6 lbs 12 oz to 6 lbs 14 oz.
- Twentyweight: $\sim$6 lbs.
- Barrel Lengths: Available in 26", 28", and 30", with the Twentyweight often featuring a 26-1/2" tube.
- Chokes: Various chokes were available, with many featuring fixed chokes or optional poly-chokes.
- Safety: Ambidextrous knob located on the back of the trigger guard.
- Unique Features: No traditional fore-end; a unique "recessed" rib was an option.
Production Notes:
- Total Production: Approximately 67,000 units.
- Years Produced: 1955 – 1971.
- Designed By: Val M. Browning.
- Manufacturer: Fabrique Nationale (FN) in Belgium.
The Double Auto was designed for rapid reloading and could handle all types of 2-3/4" factory loads, including magnum, without adjustment. The barrels are known for being easy to swap quickly.
This is a used item. While we do not test-fire our used firearms, we perform an inspection and function check to ensure they are fully functional to the best of our ability.
Layaway 1/3 down, 90 days
Shipping: $70, insurance extra
upon request
Optional Hard Case case $20
Payment: Personal Check, Money Order, Cert. Check, or Zelle
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Curio/Relic: Yes
Shotgun Gauge: 12 Gauge
Manufacturer:
Browning
Model:
Double Auto Twelvette
Serial Number:
A21950
Barrel Length:
27.5
Bore Info:
Mirror
Chambers:
2 3/4
Ejectors:
Auto
Condition:
Excellent
Metal Condition:
Excellent
Wood Condition:
Excellent
Bore Condition:
Excellent
Action:
Semi Auto
Triggers:
Single
Stock:
Black Walnut
Butt Pad:
Factory Plate
LOP:
14.5
Rib:
Vented
Finish:
Satin Oil
Weight:
6.75lbs
Sights:
Bead
Manufacture Date:
1956
Chokes:
Fixed Modified
Engraving:
Factory
Case:
Optional
Grips:
Checkered Pistol
Price:
$1,299.00