Used 1981 Browning Auto 5 Light Twelve A5 12-Gauge 28" Auto-5 Browning A5

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1981 Browning Auto 5 Light Twelve 12 Gauge Black in Good Condition Thumbnail
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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

    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.

Specifications

Item TypeSemi Auto Shotguns
ManufacturerBrowning
ModelAuto 5
SubmodelLight Twelve
Caliber12 Gauge
Overall ConditionGood
Bore ConditionGood
ActionShort Recoil
Capacity4 1
Barrel Length28"
FinishBlack
Stock/GripsCheckered walnut forend and buttstock
Sight/OpticFixed front bead
What's IncludedBrown leather soft case
Year Manufactured1981
Country of OriginJapan