The Browning Auto-5 Light Twelve is a historically significant semi-automatic shotgun, initially designed by the renowned firearms inventor John Moses Browning. Patented in 1900 and first manufactured in 1902, the Auto-5 was groundbreaking as the first successful semi-automatic shotgun. The Light Twelve variant is a lighter version of the standard model, designed for easier handling. The 1981 model features a 12 gauge capacity, a durable black finish, and elegant floral engravings on the receiver, enhancing its aesthetic appeal. Known for its distinctive humpback receiver design, the Auto-5 was produced until 1998 and is celebrated for its reliability and classic appeal.
The Browning Auto-5 Light Twelve, manufactured in 1981, is a legendary shotgun known for its innovative design and reliable performance. Owning this model not only offers the practicality of a semi-automatic 12 gauge with a 4+1 capacity but also provides a piece of history as it features John Browning's classic recoil-operated system. The intricate floral engravings on the receiver add a touch of elegance and artistry, making this shotgun not only a durable workhorse for hunting and sport shooting but also a prized collector's item.
Used 1981 Browning Auto 5 Light Twelve A5 12-Gauge 28" Auto-5 Browning A5
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Key Features
- Item Type: Semi Auto Shotguns
- Action: Short Recoil
- Manufacturer: Browning
- Capacity: 4 1
- Model: Auto 5
- Barrel Length: 28"
- Caliber: 12 Gauge
- Finish: Black
- Overall Condition: Good
- Year Manufactured: 1981
Product Description
Specifications
| Item Type | Semi Auto Shotguns |
| Manufacturer | Browning |
| Model | Auto 5 |
| Submodel | Light Twelve |
| Caliber | 12 Gauge |
| Overall Condition | Good |
| Bore Condition | Good |
| Action | Short Recoil |
| Capacity | 4 1 |
| Barrel Length | 28" |
| Finish | Black |
| Stock/Grips | Checkered walnut forend and buttstock |
| Sight/Optic | Fixed front bead |
| What's Included | Brown leather soft case |
| Year Manufactured | 1981 |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
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