Browning BPS Hunter Field 12 Gauge Pump-Action, 28 in Vent Rib Barrel, Bottom-Eject, 3 in Chamber, Fixed Imp Mod Choke (1984 Japan)
This Browning BPS Hunter Field Model is a 12 gauge, bottom-eject pump built in 1984 in Japan, identifiable by the PW serial code and 152 suffix denoting the BPS Hunter 12 Gauge. It features a 28 inch Special Steel ventilated rib barrel with a fixed Improved Modified (Imp Mod) choke, chambers for 2 3/4 and 3 inch shells, and a receiver with a side-saddle backing plate installed. The top tang safety, dual action bars, and gold Browning Buckmark on the trigger guard round out a configuration that is both classic and functional.
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 finish loss from previous handling and signs of use. There are signs of surface rust throughout. The bore is bright and clean. Refer to pictures.
What’s Included
- Browning BPS Hunter Field Model 12 Gauge pump-action shotgun
- Receiver-mounted side-saddle backing plate (installed)
The BPS design ejects from the bottom and feeds from a steel receiver with dual action bars for smooth cycling. A top tang safety provides straightforward, ambidextrous-friendly control without altering the gun’s clean lines.
The 28 inch Special Steel barrel has a ventilated rib with a single front bead and a fixed Improved Modified (Imp Mod) choke. It is chambered for both 2 3/4 and 3 inch shells, offering versatility with common 12 gauge loads.
The wood stock wears a gloss finish with point-pattern checkering, a ventilated recoil pad, and a sling swivel stud. Length of pull measures 13.5 inches, giving a classic field fit.
A side-saddle backing plate is installed on the receiver. Sights are the ventilated rib with a single front bead as standard.
Markings include Browning Arms Company Morgan, Utah & Montreal P.Q. and Made in Japan. The PW serial code indicates 1984 manufacture, and the 152 suffix denotes the BPS Hunter 12 Gauge. A gold Browning Buckmark adorns the trigger guard.