From Browning website: 1968-76 In 1969 Browning started using two digits for the date of manufacture which was followed by a four digit code that identified the type of Auto-5: M=standard weight G=light weight This was then followed by the serial number beginning with 1000. Example: 69G1000 = A 1969 Auto-5 Lightweight 12 ga. Shotgun with a serial number of 1000. M-standard weight G=light weight My Auto 5 is a '72, but it has the letter 'V' between the year and serial number. The Browning website only refers to 'M' or 'G'. Can you help me understand what 'V' means?
Details - Belgium, 12 ga Magnum, fixed full choke, 32' rib barrel. Hi Guys I'm trying to find more information on a new-to-me Auto-5 and I've been told this is the place to ask:-) 12 gauge, FN made (Fabrique Nationale Herstal / Acier Special - C12 - Cart 2 3/4), serial number is F63477. I couldn't find any reference to the F, but I checked, it's an F all right.
Browning Semi-Automatic Five Shotgun (A-5) F.N. Production began at serial number 1 in 1902. Prior to 1924, few serial records remain. Ogziga olish mumkinmi. Post 1958 manufacture dates. Feb 28, 2015 I have a 1969 Browning A5 20 gauge, The serial number starts 69Z-XXXXX. The 'Z' is the question, The browning site shows that a 'G' or 'M' should follow the mfg. Date indicating a Lightweight or Standard model. Diagnostika passat b5.
Thanks I own three Brownings, and two of them have serial numbers that defy Browning's numbering system. I called Browning for the build date, it took less than five minutes on the phone. _________________ Alan.