FN Browning Superposed Grade I Field 12 Gauge Over/Under, 28 in, Belgian Made (1953), Vent Rib, Full/Imp Mod, 2 3/4 in Chambers
This 1953 Belgian-made FN Browning Superposed Grade I Field stands out with its round-knob/long-tang configuration, factory scroll engraving with bordered panels, and classic blued steel finish. It features 28-inch barrels with a ventilated, matted rib and a single front bead, plus fixed Full and Improved Modified chokes and 2 3/4 inch chambers. Period-correct markings and Belgian proofs are present, and the bores are bright and clean.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: There are markings and areas of finish loss from previous handling and use. Please refer to the photos for a closer look.
What’s Included
- FN Browning Superposed Grade I Field 12 Gauge over/under shotgun
Belgian-made by FN for Browning, this Grade I Field model embodies the classic Superposed form with a steel receiver and barrels, factory engraving in bordered panels, and a deep blued finish. The round-knob pistol grip and long-tang trigger guard reflect the desirable early configuration associated with 1950s production.
The 28-inch steel barrels carry a ventilated, matted rib with a single front bead and no mid-bead. Chambers are 2 3/4 inches, and the barrels are marked "Special Steel — 12 GA — Shells 2 3/4." Fixed Full and Improved Modified chokes provide versatile patterning suitable for traditional field use.
Controls are straightforward: a break-action over/under layout with a single trigger and top-tang safety. The walnut stock features a round-knob pistol grip with checkering, a Browning marked buttplate, and a 13.25-inch length of pull. Up front, a field-style checkered forend with a triangular point pattern complements the handling.
Markings include "MADE IN BELGIUM," the Browning Arms Company — St. Louis, Missouri import mark, and Belgian proof stamps. Patent numbers 2,205,378 and 2,235,861 are roll-stamped on the barrel, reinforcing its period-correct details. Capacity is two rounds.