Browning BPS Hunter Field Model 12 Gauge Pump-Action, 30 Inch Vent Rib, Fixed Full Choke, 3 Inch Chamber, Made in Japan (1980)
This Browning BPS Hunter Field Model is a 12-gauge, Japan-made (Miroku) pump shotgun produced in 1980, confirmed by its PM date code. It features a 30-inch Field Model vent rib barrel with a fixed Full (F) choke and chambers for both 2 3/4 and 3 inch shells. The bottom-loading, bottom-ejecting BPS design pairs with a top-mounted sliding safety and walnut furniture for a classic, field-ready configuration set up with Browning's three-shot plug system.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Specific Condition Notes: The metal and wood show scuffs and scratches with areas of wear and some discoloration. Minor pitting is present throughout.
What's Included
- Browning BPS Hunter Field Model 12-gauge pump-action shotgun
- Installed Browning three-shot plug (3-round capacity)
The BPS platform uses Browning's bottom-loading, bottom-ejecting system and a top-mounted sliding safety. This example is configured for a three-round capacity via the Browning three-shot plug system. The PM serial code denotes 1980 production, and the 152 type code indicates the Hunter 12-gauge configuration.
The 30-inch Field Model barrel is steel with a vent rib and a fixed Full choke, identified by the single star marking and noted as fixed F choke. A brass bead front sight provides a clear point of aim along the rib.
Chambered for both 2 3/4 and 3 inch shells, the barrel markings read: "BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN, UTAH & MONTREAL P.Q. - MADE IN JAPAN." and "BPS SPECIAL STEEL 12GA - 2 3/4 AND 3 FIELD MODEL - 30." Manufacture is by Miroku in Japan.
The shotgun has a blued steel receiver and barrel, with a walnut pistol-grip stock and matching walnut forearm. The stock is checkered and fitted with a ventilated recoil pad and line spacers. Length of pull measures 14.25 inches.