Browning SA-22 Grade I .22 LR Takedown Semi-Auto Rifle, 19.375 in Barrel, Blued Steel, Gloss Walnut, Japan 1982
This 1982 Browning SA-22 Grade I stands out with factory scroll engraving, zig-zag border cuts, and a gold Browning Buckmark on the bottom of the receiver. Made in Japan and marked "MADE IN JAPAN," it features the classic two-piece takedown system and a barrel-mounted cantilever scope base that maintains zero when reassembled. Its blued steel and gloss-finished walnut stock present a clean, traditional look backed by practical field features.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The firearm is in solid shape. There are scratches and blemishes present, along with various spots of pitting.
What’s Included
- Rear sight assembly
- Barrel-mounted cantilever scope base/rail (installed)
- Browning-branded hard case
The SA-22 Grade I is a full-size, steel-receiver .22 LR with a blued finish and a 19.375 in steel barrel. Its checkered, gloss-finished walnut stock includes a steel buttplate, delivering a classic appearance with durable materials throughout.
This two-piece takedown rifle uses an adjustable knurled barrel shank ring and a sliding barrel lock for secure assembly. The barrel-mounted cantilever scope base is designed to keep zero through takedown and reassembly, offering practical convenience for transport and storage.
Operation is simple blowback, semi-automatic, with bottom ejection. The tubular magazine is housed in the buttstock and loads via a right-side port, providing a 10+1 capacity. Length of pull is 13.5 in.
Iron sights include a small front bead on a low ramp. Factory scroll engraving with zig-zag border cuts and a gold Browning Buckmark on the receiver bottom highlight the Grade I treatment. The serial model code "146" denotes the Grade I designation, and the rifle is marked "MADE IN JAPAN."