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Not quite as 'classic' as some other stuff on this site, but I suspect that someone here will know the answer. 20ga (2 3/4" only) A5 with S/N: 6Z 8749 I visited the Browning site: http://www.browning.com/customerservice/dategun/detail.asp?id=13So when was this A5 made?
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this thread A-5 serial question has the info you want, based upon the thread, I would say 1966
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Thanks Doc, From that thread and the Browning website, I tend to agree. 1966 Light 20. Then I went here: http://proofhouse.com/browning/a5.htmThe 'Z' code is shown in 1958??
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You are welcome, I think what that means is the Z code was introduced in 1958.
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Apologies.
In looking for this thread today, I realize I stuck it in the wrong forum!
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I'm glad you did, because the information in it allowed me to date my ancient A5, SN 9984. It is a 16 gauge/60mm model with only the FN markings, no Browning markings on the barrel, unless they were hidden by the full length solid rib. It has a buttstock with a pancake cheekpiece, so I suspect it was originally sold in Europe and somehow made its way to Jacqua's in Findley, Ohio, where I discovered it on my way to Camp Perry years ago. According to the chart, it was made in 1924.
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I'm glad you did, because the information in it allowed me to date my ancient A5, SN 9984. It is a 16 gauge(...)According to the chart, it was made in 1924. Hi xausa, no, a 16ga with a four digit SN was made around (!) 1911. Check this out: http://www.shotgunworld.com/bbs/viewtopic.php?f=53&t=216472Of interest are the pages 1, 2 and 4. Regards Martin
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