Browning Auto-5 Light Twelve 12 Gauge, 28 in Special Steel Barrel, Belgian 1963, Vent Rib, Factory Engraved, 2 3/4 in, 5+1
This Belgian FN-produced Browning Auto-5 Light Twelve was manufactured in 1963 and retains hallmark features of the classic humpback design. It has factory scroll engraving on the receiver, a 28 in Special Steel barrel chambered for 2 3/4 in shells, and a ventilated rib with a matted top and single bead. A Pachmayr White Line ventilated recoil pad with spacer is installed, and the gun includes a gold-colored trigger and magazine cut-off lever.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Pitting and finish wear are present.
What’s Included
- Browning Auto-5 Light Twelve 12 Gauge semi-automatic shotgun
- Installed Pachmayr "White Line" ventilated recoil pad with spacer
Made in Belgium by FN in 1963, this Light Twelve variant features the classic Auto-5 humpback receiver profile with factory scroll engraving and Belgian proof marks. The barrel is marked "MADE IN BELGIUM" and "Special Steel," aligning with period-correct production details.
The 28 in barrel is chambered for 2 3/4 in shells and carries the "**" fixed choke code. It includes a ventilated rib with a matted top and a single front bead for a clean sight picture.
The long-recoil action pairs with a cross-bolt safety and a magazine cut-off lever, and the shotgun offers a 5+1 capacity. The trigger is gold-colored, consistent with many Browning field configurations of the era.
The walnut stock has cut checkering and a round-knob pistol grip. A Pachmayr White Line ventilated recoil pad with spacer is installed, bringing the length of pull to 14.0 in. The receiver and barrel wear a blued finish.