Browning Auto-5 Light Twelve 12 Gauge, 26 inch Vent Rib, Invector Full Choke, 1992 Japanese Production, Blued with Factory Scroll Engraving
This 1992 Browning Auto-5 Light Twelve stands out with Japanese (Miroku) production, factory scroll engraving with the Browning banner on the receiver, and a polished blued finish. It features a 26-inch steel barrel with a ventilated rib, an Invector screw-in choke system with a flush Full choke installed, and a gold-colored trigger. The receiver and barrel carry clear markings including "MADE IN JAPAN" and "BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN, UTAH & MONTREAL P.Q."
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in very good shape with minor blemishes present. The bore is immaculate.
What’s Included
- Browning Auto-5 Light Twelve 12 gauge semi-automatic shotgun
- Installed flush Invector Full choke tube
The Light Twelve marking on the receiver identifies this specific variant of the Auto-5. It was manufactured in 1992 during Japanese (Miroku) production and carries factory scroll engraving and the Browning banner on a polished blued steel receiver. The stock and fore-end are glossy walnut with checkering and a pistol-grip profile.
The long-recoil, friction-ring regulated action includes a magazine cut-off, and the shotgun holds 4+1 rounds. Proofs and rollmarks include "MADE IN JAPAN" and "BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN, UTAH & MONTREAL P.Q."
The 26-inch steel barrel has a ventilated rib and a brass front bead. It uses the Invector screw-in choke system with a flush Full choke tube currently installed, and the chamber is 2 3/4 inches. Length of pull measures 14.25 inches.
Additional details include a gold-colored trigger and a polished blued finish on both barrel and receiver with factory scrollwork. The gun uses checkered walnut furniture and a walnut fore-end for a consistent, classic Auto-5 configuration.