Browning SA-22 Grade VI .22 LR Takedown Semi-Auto Rifle, Factory Gold-Inlay Engraving, 19 in Barrel (1988, Japan)
This Browning SA-22 Grade VI stands out for its factory engraving with 24K gold accents and detailed animal scenes, built by Miroku in Japan in 1988. It features Browning's classic bottom-ejecting, takedown design with a user-adjustable lockup ring, high-gloss walnut, and a 19-inch barrel. The rifle combines finely finished steel and select walnut with a gold-colored trigger and open sights, delivering a high-grade rendition of Browning's iconic rimfire.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are significant markings from previous handling and use. The stock has a chip, and the chipped piece appears to have been glued back in place. The stock also shows heavy dents. The bore is bright and clean. Please refer to the photos for a complete view of the condition.
What's Included
- Browning SA-22 Grade VI .22 LR rifle
The Grade VI treatment includes scroll engraving with 24K gold animal inlays on a two‑tone receiver—blued frame with French gray (coin) engraved side panels—and a gloss blued barrel. The left side shows a fox stalking a squirrel, while the right side features a dog pursuing a rabbit. A gold dog's head oval adorns the barrel shank, complemented by 24K gold accents and a gold-colored trigger.
This SA-22 uses a semi-automatic blowback action with bottom ejection. It is a takedown design and includes a user-adjustable lockup ring at the barrel/receiver interface. The 19-inch round-profile barrel is paired with open iron sights, consisting of a front sight and an adjustable rear leaf.
The walnut stock and forend wear a high-gloss lacquer finish with fine checkering and a steel buttplate. Loading is through the buttstock magazine port, feeding a tubular magazine with a 10-round .22 LR capacity plus one in the chamber. A cross-bolt safety provides straightforward operation.
Manufactured by Miroku in Japan, this rifle bears Browning's "PP" serial code denoting 1988 production, and model code 646 identifying the Grade VI. Rollmarks include "BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN, UTAH & MONTREAL P.Q. MADE IN JAPAN." and "CALIBER .22 LONG RIFLE BROWNING PATENTS." Approximate catalog weight is about 5 lb 3 oz.