Browning Model 12 Limited Edition Grade V 28 Gauge Pump Shotgun, 26 in Vent Rib, Fixed Modified Choke, 2 3/4 in Chamber, Miroku 1990 Takedown, Gold-Inlaid Engraving
This Browning Model 12 Limited Edition Grade V in 28 Gauge is a factory-engraved, gold-inlaid, Miroku-made pump shotgun from 1990 with a limited production of approximately 5,000 units. It features a 26 in ventilated-rib barrel with a fixed Modified choke and a 2 3/4 in chamber in a handy takedown configuration, paired with high-gloss walnut and detailed cut checkering. The Grade V engraving includes gold-inlaid game scenes on both sides of the receiver.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Specific Condition Notes: Some markings from previous handling and use are present. There are light dents on the stock, and the toe of the stock is chipped. The bore is bright and clean. Refer to pictures.
What's Included
- Browning Model 12 Limited Edition Grade V 28 Gauge pump-action shotgun
The Limited Edition Grade V configuration stands out with factory deep scroll engraving and gold-inlaid game scenes. The left side of the receiver shows gold-inlaid pointing dogs with a flushing game bird, while the right side features multiple gold-inlaid flying ducks. This run was limited to approximately 5,000 units in the early 1990s.
Made by Miroku in Japan for Browning, this shotgun carries correct factory markings: "BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN, UTAH & MONTREAL, P.Q. MADE IN JAPAN," along with an alignment arrow and two-letter inspection stamps "NF." Browning’s two-letter NM year code denotes 1990 production.
The 26 in barrel has a ventilated rib with posts and a front bead sight, matched to a fixed Modified choke and a 2 3/4 in chamber. This setup reflects the Grade V’s intended balance of refined presentation and practical field configuration.
The takedown design, pump-action operation, and 2+1 capacity provide classic Model 12 handling. The high-gloss walnut stock features a pistol-grip profile with cut checkering and a Browning-marked black buttplate. Length of pull measures 14 in.
Overall, this is a limited-production, factory-engraved Grade V Browning Model 12 with gold inlays, desirable 28 Gauge chambering, and verified 1990 Miroku manufacture—combining collectible attributes with a well-appointed feature set.