Mell What does Superposed mean in Browning shotguns?
John Browning apparently began designing the Superposed (Over/Under) shotgun in 1922. It was his last firearm design and a labor of love. He conceived it as the last gun the government would ban from private ownership.
Are Browning superposed still made?
The Superposed shotgun was introduced to the U.S. market in 1931 and discontinued distribution in the U.S. in 1986.. The Superposed is still available through Browning International’s Custom Shop.
How much does a new Browning superposed cost?
Recently Sold SUPERPOSED PIGEON GRADE shotgun
| Price | Item |
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| $4,335.00 | BROWNING SUPERPOSED PIGEON GRADE 12 GAUGE WITH CASE 26 INCH ” BARREL Naalehu, HI 96772 |
| $4,750.00 | 12 GAUGE 317T BROWNING SUPERPOSED PIGEON GRADE 12GA China village, ME |
| $4,750.00 | 12 GAUGE 317T BROWNING SUPERPOSED PIGEON GRADE 12GA China village, ME |
Is Browning a good gun?
Today, Browning is best known for their high-end hunting rifles and shotguns. Many of the current designs are only slight modern tweaks on John Browning’s original designs.
Is the Browning Superposed still in the market?
Yes. The Superposed shotgun was introduced to the U.S. market in 1931 and discontinued distribution in the U.S. in 1986.. The Superposed is still available through Browning International’s Custom Shop. To find your serial number, you will need to refer to your owner’s manual.
When did the Browning Superposed shotgun come out?
Yes. The Superposed shotgun was introduced to the U.S. market in 1931 and discontinued distribution in the U.S. in 1986.. The Superposed is still available through Browning International’s Custom Shop.
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.
What is the serial number of a 1962 Browning shotgun?
2J=.410 bore for the year 1962. Example: 6556S2 = A 1962 Superposed 12 ga. shotgun with serial number 6556. This was then preceded by the serial number beginning with 1000. Example: 1000S69 = A 1969 Superposed 12 ga.. shotgun with a serial number of 1000. In 1975 Browning standardized its serial number identification which it followed until 1998.