Browning Auto-5 “Sweet Sixteen” 16 Ga Semi-Auto Shotgun, Belgian 1967, 28" Vent-Rib Full Choke
This 1967 Browning Auto-5 Sweet Sixteen combines the classic long-recoil action of John M. Browning’s design with a lightweight, Belgian-made receiver and factory scroll engraving. A 28-inch steel barrel with vent rib and full choke, gold-plated trigger, and gloss walnut furniture make this pre-GCA example a standout for collectors and hunters alike.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent – clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor surface scratches and small blemishes are present but do not affect function or appearance. The bore remains bright and shiny.
What’s Included
- Original Browning factory cardboard shipping box
Produced in the final year of the single-digit “S” serial format, this Sweet Sixteen reflects Browning’s high-quality Belgian manufacture before the 1968 import changes. The lightweight receiver and drilled barrel ring, hallmarks of the Sweet Sixteen series, reduce overall weight to about 6.75 lb without sacrificing strength.
The 28-inch vent-rib barrel is stamped “*” for full choke, giving dense patterns ideal for upland game and clay targets. Chambered for 2 ¾-inch 16-gauge shells, the long-recoil action cycles smoothly, aided by the polished steel internals.
Factory scroll engraving frames the “Sweet Sixteen” script on the blued receiver, while the gold-plated trigger adds a distinctive accent. A silver front bead offers quick sight alignment along the textured rib.
Gloss-finished walnut stocks feature crisp checkering and a comfortable semi-pistol grip. Length of pull measures 14.0 inches, providing a balanced fit for most shooters.