What year was my Browning 16-gauge made?

Identify the year your Sweet 16 was manufactured if made from 1976 through 1992 (when production of the Sweet 16 ended). The serial number will begin with 01001, followed by two letters, and end in 221. If your gun does not end in 221, it is not a Sweet 16 shotgun.

How much is a 16-gauge Browning worth?

What is a BROWNING A5 shotgun Worth? A BROWNING A5 shotgun is currently worth an average price of $1,554.57 new and $1,110.61 used .

Do they make 16-gauge shotguns anymore?

First, the (sort-of) good news: the 16 gauge shotgun has been dying the same slow death now for about 50 years and it’s not dead yet. It has just made a strategic withdrawal, becoming more of a cult gun and a favorite of smart upland hunters and those willing to load for it.

What is the serial number of a 1969 Browning semi automatic shotgun?

Example: 69G1000 = A 1969 Auto-5 Lightweight 12 ga.. shotgun with a serial number of 1000. In 1976 Browning standardized its serial number identification which it followed until 1998. 1. Auto-5 Type 2. Date of Manufacture 3. Serial Number at the start of each year.

Where can I find the serial number of a Browning?

To find your serial number, you will need to refer to your owner’s manual. We have most owner’s manuals online . First 10,000 shipped to U.S. Marked with “BROWNING AUTOMATIC ARMS CO. OGDEN UTAH-U.S.A.” Very few serial number records remain. Beginning with Serial Number 1 to approximately 228,000. Exact production figures are not available.

How to determine the year of manufacture on a Browning A5?

Please note that few A5 serial number records remain on units manufactured from 1903-1939. Manufacturing of this model ceased in the year 2000. Print the pages containing the serial number and corresponding date you are seeking and file for future reference.

Where is the serial number on a Miroku Browning?

To find the year of proof of your (Post 1975) Browning or Miroku shotgun you’ll need to find the Serial Number. On most over and under shotguns this should be situated under the top lever…. and on Semi-Autos somewhere on the receiver…. In the Serial number there are two letters together – This is your date code.