Browning B-78 .22-250 Remington Single-Shot Rifle, 26 in Blued Barrel, 1976 Miroku Japan
This 1976 Browning B-78 is a lever-actuated, falling-block single-shot rifle chambered in .22-250 Remington with a 26-inch round, polished blued barrel. Built by Miroku in Japan during the B-78 production run (circa 1973–1982), it features classic walnut furniture with a Monte Carlo comb and cheekpiece, and comes in excellent condition. Two-piece scope bases are installed, and the rifle bears correct factory markings, including the patent number for the extractor/ejector system.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This rifle shows minimal signs of use and handling.
What’s Included
- Operation and Care of Browning 78 Single Shot Rifle manual
- Detachable sling swivels (in bag)
- Two-piece scope bases (installed)
Manufactured by Miroku in Japan in 1976, this B-78 falls within the model’s limited production era and aligns with the period’s build quality and fit. The receiver is steel with a polished blued finish, and the rifle carries factory rollmarks: MADE IN JAPAN and Browning Arms Company Morgan, Utah & Montreal P.Q. The serial code RT 147 corresponds to a 1976 B-78 High Power Rifle.
The 26-inch barrel is round, polished blued, and drilled and tapped, with a recessed crown. There are no iron sights. The barrel is marked with U.S. Patent No. 3,830,000, referencing the extractor/ejector system used on this model.
Two-piece scope bases are already installed, providing a ready foundation for mounting compatible rings and an optic of your choice.
The action is a lever-actuated falling block with an exposed hammer featuring a knurled spur. As a single-shot, it has a 1-round capacity, delivering the precise, deliberate cycling this design is known for. The bore condition and rifling are excellent, reflecting careful prior handling.
Stock furniture is walnut with a gloss finish. Highlights include a Monte Carlo comb with cheekpiece, semi-pistol grip with cap, and point-pattern checkering on both the grip and the wraparound-checkered forend. A black recoil pad with white-line spacer and factory sling swivel studs complement the setup. Length of pull measures 13.5 inches.