Browning Auto-5 Magnum Twelve 12 Gauge, Belgian FN, 30 inch Vent Rib Barrel, 3 inch Chamber, Polished Blue, Engraved
This Belgian-made Browning Auto-5 Magnum Twelve stands out with its 3 inch chamber, 30 inch Special Steel barrel, and classic humpback profile. Built during the FN Herstal era and marked with the 8V Magnum Twelve prefix, it combines long-recoil operation with a ventilated rib and matted top for a clean sight picture. Scroll and floral engraving on the polished blue receiver and walnut furniture with a round-knob grip add traditional Browning appeal.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Specific Condition Notes: The metal shows scratches and blemishes with some smaller spots of pitting. The walnut stock has many large scratches.
What’s Included
- Browning Auto-5 Magnum Twelve 12 Gauge shotgun
The Magnum Twelve variant is purpose-built for 3 inch 12-gauge shells and is noted with a 2+1 capacity when using 3 inch loads. The serial prefix 8V identifies it as a Magnum Twelve from the Belgian production period, aligning with a 1958 or 1968 year code within the 1958–1968 range.
The 30 inch steel barrel is marked Special Steel and 12-gauge 3-inch shells. A ventilated rib with a matted top and a bead front sight provide a straightforward, glare-reducing sighting plane that suits this full-size configuration.
This Auto-5 uses the classic long-recoil action with adjustable friction-ring braking, a hallmark of the design known for managing varied loads. The signature humpback receiver profile delivers the familiar sight line associated with the platform.
A polished blue finish covers the steel receiver and barrel, complemented by scroll and floral engraving on both sides of the receiver. The walnut stock and forend feature cut checkering, with a round-knob pistol grip, a ventilated recoil pad, and a white-line spacer. Length of pull measures 14.0 inches.