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Description:
One of the most recognizable and historically significant shotgun designs in the world, John Moses Browning's Auto-5 was the first reliable semi-auto shotgun able to be produced at large scale and using a recoil-operated system. The Auto-5 (not to be confused with the modern "Browning A5") was first available in 1902, produced in Belgium by Fabrique Nationale (FN). Though Browning had initially visited Winchester and Remington with the patent, Winchester refused and Remington's president died unexpectedly. They and Savage Arms would later create their own shotguns based largely on the Auto-5's design: the Winchester 1911, Remington Model 11 and Savage 720. Though it's unique "humpback" receiver shape makes it easily recognizable, the most iconic detail of the Auto-5 is its reciprocating barrel—a necessary piece of the recoil-based operation of the gun: Upon firing, the barrel actually moves rearward with the bolt until the bolt stops at the end of the receiver. The barrel then slingshots back into place and the delay between the barrel and bolt allows the next round to feed into the chamber. The actions going on during this split-second operation can lead to a relatively strong recoil impulse compared to other gas-operated shotguns. The Auto-5 is best known as an extremely reliable hunting shotgun that often is passed down from generation to generation. However, the shotgun has also seen combat usage in both World Wars and Vietnam, though never as a widely-issued or "official" weapon, and not nearly as much as the famous pump-action Winchester 1897 or Remington Model 10. In WWII, Remington 11s were sometimes used by US troops (since FN in Belgium was under German control) and some Auto-5s were said to have been used by the Navy. In another context, law enforcement have used shortened Auto-5s as riot guns and for other security uses, and (though not a Browning) Bonnie Parker of 'Bonnie & Clyde' fame used a cut-down 20 gauge Remington 11. This shotgun for sale is a 1950 FN-made Auto-5 Light Twelve. Chambered in 12 gauge, the shotgun can accept 2 ¾" shells and has a 29" barrel with a fixed full choke (identified by the single asterisk * on the barrel). The Light Twelve reduced weight from the standard Auto-5s by making the barrel walls slightly thinner, removing material from the stock, adding lightening cuts in the receiver, and drilling holes in the barrel's attachment ring. This piece in question is in cosmetically great condition. The furniture still has a very glossy finish to it and there are no visible cracks in the wood (something to be wary of, especially on Auto-5s). The inside of the receiver is very clean and so is the bolt assembly. The barrel is mostly in good shape, with no rust or pitting and a bright bore. However, a small dent in the right side a couple inches from the muzzle does protrude into the bore a small amount. The barrel has a solid checkered rib with single silver bead at the end. The endcap also has some damage to it, as seen in the pictures above. The trigger and safety are gold, but have tarnished/patinaed over time—this can be easily remedied by polishing. The shotgun does feature an aftermarket Hogue rubber buttpad. This shotgun does not include a box or case. 12 Gauge
Chambers:
2 3/4"/70mm Metal Condition:
Good Wood Condition:
Fair Bore Condition:
"Very good, dent in barrel a few inches from muzzle Barrels:
29.5 Triggers:
Gold (tarnished) Stock Dimensions:
14 3/4" LOP Fore End:
Walnut Butt Pad:
Hogue rubber Weight:
7 Lbs 7 oz Sights:
Solid checkered rib with single silver bead Chokes:
Fixed Full Item Location:
Kearney, NE
Description:
One of the most recognizable and historically significant shotgun designs in the world, John Moses Browning's Auto-5 was the first reliable semi-auto shotgun able to be produced at large scale and using a recoil-operated system. The Auto-5 (not to be confused with the modern "Browning A5") was first available in 1902, produced in Belgium by Fabrique Nationale (FN). Though Browning had initially visited Winchester and Remington with the patent, Winchester refused and Remington's president died unexpectedly. They and Savage Arms would later create their own shotguns based largely on the Auto-5's design: the Winchester 1911, Remington Model 11 and Savage 720. Though it's unique "humpback" receiver shape makes it easily recognizable, the most iconic detail of the Auto-5 is its reciprocating barrel—a necessary piece of the recoil-based operation of the gun: Upon firing, the barrel actually moves rearward with the bolt until the bolt stops at the end of the receiver. The barrel then slingshots back into place and the delay between the barrel and bolt allows the next round to feed into the chamber. The actions going on during this split-second operation can lead to a relatively strong recoil impulse compared to other gas-operated shotguns. The Auto-5 is best known as an extremely reliable hunting shotgun that often is passed down from generation to generation. However, the shotgun has also seen combat usage in both World Wars and Vietnam, though never as a widely-issued or "official" weapon, and not nearly as much as the famous pump-action Winchester 1897 or Remington Model 10. In WWII, Remington 11s were sometimes used by US troops (since FN in Belgium was under German control) and some Auto-5s were said to have been used by the Navy. In another context, law enforcement have used shortened Auto-5s as riot guns and for other security uses, and (though not a Browning) Bonnie Parker of 'Bonnie & Clyde' fame used a cut-down 20 gauge Remington 11. This shotgun for sale is a 1950 FN-made Auto-5 Light Twelve. Chambered in 12 gauge, the shotgun can accept 2 ¾" shells and has a 29" barrel with a fixed full choke (identified by the single asterisk * on the barrel). The Light Twelve reduced weight from the standard Auto-5s by making the barrel walls slightly thinner, removing material from the stock, adding lightening cuts in the receiver, and drilling holes in the barrel's attachment ring. This piece in question is in cosmetically great condition. The furniture still has a very glossy finish to it and there are no visible cracks in the wood (something to be wary of, especially on Auto-5s). The inside of the receiver is very clean and so is the bolt assembly. The barrel is mostly in good shape, with no rust or pitting and a bright bore. However, a small dent in the right side a couple inches from the muzzle does protrude into the bore a small amount. The barrel has a solid checkered rib with single silver bead at the end. The endcap also has some damage to it, as seen in the pictures above. The trigger and safety are gold, but have tarnished/patinaed over time—this can be easily remedied by polishing. The shotgun does feature an aftermarket Hogue rubber buttpad. This shotgun does not include a box or case. 12 Gauge
Chambers:
2 3/4"/70mm Metal Condition:
Good Wood Condition:
Fair Bore Condition:
"Very good, dent in barrel a few inches from muzzle Barrels:
29.5 Triggers:
Gold (tarnished) Stock Dimensions:
14 3/4" LOP Fore End:
Walnut Butt Pad:
Hogue rubber Weight:
7 Lbs 7 oz Sights:
Solid checkered rib with single silver bead Chokes:
Fixed Full Item Location:
Kearney, NE
Description:
One of the most recognizable and historically significant shotgun designs in the world, John Moses Browning's Auto-5 was the first reliable semi-auto shotgun able to be produced at large scale and using a recoil-operated system. The Auto-5 (not to be confused with the modern "Browning A5") was first available in 1902, produced in Belgium by Fabrique Nationale (FN). Though Browning had initially visited Winchester and Remington with the patent, Winchester refused and Remington's president died unexpectedly. They and Savage Arms would later create their own shotguns based largely on the Auto-5's design: the Winchester 1911, Remington Model 11 and Savage 720. Though it's unique "humpback" receiver shape makes it easily recognizable, the most iconic detail of the Auto-5 is its reciprocating barrel—a necessary piece of the recoil-based operation of the gun: Upon firing, the barrel actually moves rearward with the bolt until the bolt stops at the end of the receiver. The barrel then slingshots back into place and the delay between the barrel and bolt allows the next round to feed into the chamber. The actions going on during this split-second operation can lead to a relatively strong recoil impulse compared to other gas-operated shotguns. The Auto-5 is best known as an extremely reliable hunting shotgun that often is passed down from generation to generation. However, the shotgun has also seen combat usage in both World Wars and Vietnam, though never as a widely-issued or "official" weapon, and not nearly as much as the famous pump-action Winchester 1897 or Remington Model 10. In WWII, Remington 11s were sometimes used by US troops (since FN in Belgium was under German control) and some Auto-5s were said to have been used by the Navy. In another context, law enforcement have used shortened Auto-5s as riot guns and for other security uses, and (though not a Browning) Bonnie Parker of 'Bonnie & Clyde' fame used a cut-down 20 gauge Remington 11. This shotgun for sale is a 1950 FN-made Auto-5 Light Twelve. Chambered in 12 gauge, the shotgun can accept 2 ¾" shells and has a 29" barrel with a fixed full choke (identified by the single asterisk * on the barrel). The Light Twelve reduced weight from the standard Auto-5s by making the barrel walls slightly thinner, removing material from the stock, adding lightening cuts in the receiver, and drilling holes in the barrel's attachment ring. This piece in question is in cosmetically great condition. The furniture still has a very glossy finish to it and there are no visible cracks in the wood (something to be wary of, especially on Auto-5s). The inside of the receiver is very clean and so is the bolt assembly. The barrel is mostly in good shape, with no rust or pitting and a bright bore. However, a small dent in the right side a couple inches from the muzzle does protrude into the bore a small amount. The barrel has a solid checkered rib with single silver bead at the end. The endcap also has some damage to it, as seen in the pictures above. The trigger and safety are gold, but have tarnished/patinaed over time—this can be easily remedied by polishing. The shotgun does feature an aftermarket Hogue rubber buttpad. This shotgun does not include a box or case. 12 Gauge
Chambers:
2 3/4"/70mm Metal Condition:
Good Wood Condition:
Fair Bore Condition:
"Very good, dent in barrel a few inches from muzzle Barrels:
29.5 Triggers:
Gold (tarnished) Stock Dimensions:
14 3/4" LOP Fore End:
Walnut Butt Pad:
Hogue rubber Weight:
7 Lbs 7 oz Sights:
Solid checkered rib with single silver bead Chokes:
Fixed Full Item Location:
Kearney, NE
Description:
One of the most recognizable and historically significant shotgun designs in the world, John Moses Browning's Auto-5 was the first reliable semi-auto shotgun able to be produced at large scale and using a recoil-operated system. The Auto-5 (not to be confused with the modern "Browning A5") was first available in 1902, produced in Belgium by Fabrique Nationale (FN). Though Browning had initially visited Winchester and Remington with the patent, Winchester refused and Remington's president died unexpectedly. They and Savage Arms would later create their own shotguns based largely on the Auto-5's design: the Winchester 1911, Remington Model 11 and Savage 720. Though it's unique "humpback" receiver shape makes it easily recognizable, the most iconic detail of the Auto-5 is its reciprocating barrel—a necessary piece of the recoil-based operation of the gun: Upon firing, the barrel actually moves rearward with the bolt until the bolt stops at the end of the receiver. The barrel then slingshots back into place and the delay between the barrel and bolt allows the next round to feed into the chamber. The actions going on during this split-second operation can lead to a relatively strong recoil impulse compared to other gas-operated shotguns. The Auto-5 is best known as an extremely reliable hunting shotgun that often is passed down from generation to generation. However, the shotgun has also seen combat usage in both World Wars and Vietnam, though never as a widely-issued or "official" weapon, and not nearly as much as the famous pump-action Winchester 1897 or Remington Model 10. In WWII, Remington 11s were sometimes used by US troops (since FN in Belgium was under German control) and some Auto-5s were said to have been used by the Navy. In another context, law enforcement have used shortened Auto-5s as riot guns and for other security uses, and (though not a Browning) Bonnie Parker of 'Bonnie & Clyde' fame used a cut-down 20 gauge Remington 11. This shotgun for sale is a 1950 FN-made Auto-5 Light Twelve. Chambered in 12 gauge, the shotgun can accept 2 ¾" shells and has a 29" barrel with a fixed full choke (identified by the single asterisk * on the barrel). The Light Twelve reduced weight from the standard Auto-5s by making the barrel walls slightly thinner, removing material from the stock, adding lightening cuts in the receiver, and drilling holes in the barrel's attachment ring. This piece in question is in cosmetically great condition. The furniture still has a very glossy finish to it and there are no visible cracks in the wood (something to be wary of, especially on Auto-5s). The inside of the receiver is very clean and so is the bolt assembly. The barrel is mostly in good shape, with no rust or pitting and a bright bore. However, a small dent in the right side a couple inches from the muzzle does protrude into the bore a small amount. The barrel has a solid checkered rib with single silver bead at the end. The endcap also has some damage to it, as seen in the pictures above. The trigger and safety are gold, but have tarnished/patinaed over time—this can be easily remedied by polishing. The shotgun does feature an aftermarket Hogue rubber buttpad. This shotgun does not include a box or case. 12 Gauge
Chambers:
2 3/4"/70mm Metal Condition:
Good Wood Condition:
Fair Bore Condition:
"Very good, dent in barrel a few inches from muzzle Barrels:
29.5 Triggers:
Gold (tarnished) Stock Dimensions:
14 3/4" LOP Fore End:
Walnut Butt Pad:
Hogue rubber Weight:
7 Lbs 7 oz Sights:
Solid checkered rib with single silver bead Chokes:
Fixed Full Item Location:
Kearney, NE