When was the Browning Superposed over under made?

When was the Browning Superposed over under made?

The production of the Browning Superposed over/under shotgun began in 1931. It has gone through many configurations in the years and is currently still in production through the Browning International Custom Shop.

Are there different grades of Browning Superposed guns?

There are a number of different variations and grades of the Superposed. The higher-grade Superposed models sport classy engravings and fine wood. During the ’70s, production was cut back and the Superposed became a limited production model.

Why did John Browning make the Browning gun?

John Browning had envisioned it as the last gun the government would ban from private ownership and was designed to be the first over under shotgun that was affordable to the general population. Previous guns of a similar design had been priced out of the average man’s reach.

When did the Browning B-25 Diana superposed?

There was the Waterfowl Superposed, (Mallard Issue) of 1980; a Waterfowl Superposed (Pintail issue) in 1982; and a Diana, Midas Superposed in 1985; and the European B-25 Superposed in 1988. While Americans clung to the belief that Browning had suspended production of the Superposed, European shooters, and particularly Belgians, knew better.

What is the serial number of a Browning?

Date of Manufacture 3. Serial Number beginning with 01001at the start of each year. This would be an Superposed 12 ga., manufactured in 1976 with the serial number 01001.

What was the price of a Browning gun in the 70s?

In the ’70s, inflation was a problem in much of the world, including Belgium. The Grade I price reached $1,100 by 1976. Browning had unveiled the made-in-Japan Citori in 1973, a well-made production gun priced at less than $400. The writing was on the wall.

What kind of inletting does a pre 1967 Browning Super use?

Use Figure 1-C to determine what “Inletting” type your Super uses. Most pre 1967 Superposed were manufactured with the “Y” Inletting however, if your Superposed is a 1966, it could be a “Y” or “U” inlet. With this information, you should be able to correctly identify the most important aspects of your Superposed.

Where to find the serial number on a superposed Browning?

The true complete serial number of the Superposed can only be found underneath of the TOP LEVER. All other numbers represent production sequence only and are used by the factory to denote what barrel set is paired with an individual receiver. See figure 1-A to locate the top lever on your firearm.