One Browning Place The stocks gloss finish has but a few very light handling marks, please see our pictures, the grain burl is intricate and the checkers are sharp. guess is .30-06, 7mm, 264, 270, .300 win, 338, .458 or 300 H&H A 1970 issue L579 would be xxxxZ70. LSB#: 160503SH09 Make: Fabrique Nationale in Belgium for Browning Model: FN High-Power Safari Grade Mauser Serial Number: L7819 Year of Manufacture: Late 1950's to the early 1960's; the "L" prefix indicates earlier production; Browning later switched to an alpha-numeric code that would have given us a specific date of manufacture. Howells, in Gray, Maine, has a Safari Grade in .30/06, no rust that I can see, nearly perfect metal, but some gouges in the stock. Date of manufacture code included with the serial number. Browning A-Bolt I & II Bolt Complete Assembly Standard Short Action Right Hand. It has been manufactured in countless countries, resulting in variances in quality, materials, etc. Give us a call at 800-333-3288 to learn more about how you can add a piece of history to your Browning firearm. Redfield 3X-9X scope. Historical Letters Available It proved an excellent field rifle and accounted for elk, deer, antelope and black bear. Sell your Powerful Assault Rifles, which Hillary wont let you keep anyway, and get one. The rifle has notable balance and a crisp 3lb 4oz trigger pull. Checkering is sharp. 0000004912 00000 n I'm just curious, and I like to learn all I can about something like that when I buy it. ALL FACTORY AND MINT. The Olympian, of which Ive seen very, very few in 50-plus years, is bringing $9,000 in pristine condition. 1961 "A" changed to "E" prefix 5 digits or less. new to the forum here. . I think the song was, Theres No Reason to Laugh at the Average Giraffe.. so, here's what I've got. No.1970 X70" suffix after Ser. trailer The receiver rusted again and I sold the rifle for a song. A Bushnell 2.5 x 8 scope and Redfield mounts included. 1969 Single letter (Y, Z, or L) followed by last 2 digits of year of mfg. 0000010092 00000 n Thanks for the pics. Browning X-Bolt Long Action 3 Round Magazine Burnt Bronze . The High-Power rifles were available in popular calibers from .243 Winchester to .458 Winchester Magnum; however, the majority were for .30-06-length (3.340 inches) and .375 H&H-length (3.600 inches) cartridges. Usual Browning stampings and Made In Belgium stamped on the left side of barrel. It was made in 1961. ; however, quality versions command premiums and remain in high demand, such as Brownings FN High-Power rifle. Like New Condition. y Q$y"OP). Guns Listing ID: 440556See through scope mounts irons or scope. ( a sweet heart of a guy wrote us about this gun.we say that jokinglyhe was and most likely still is a the same, I am offering a custom Browning .222 Remington from my collection. The barrel is 24 1/2" long. The price in 1960 for a Safari Grade High Power was $200 or thereabouts, which was a lot of money back then. Prefix only. I don't know what they did in1960, but I assume it was 0L XXXX. until sometime between your number L 11420 and serial number 2 L 11856 (.308 small ring). The rifle incorporates an FN Mauser action with control feed claw extraction (The forward receiver ring on the action is 1.49" long. 0000003451 00000 n 200 0 obj <>stream The left side of the receiver is marked * over R, a small lion over PV and the Perron proof, the underside flat has a series of test peen marks and 3 / E / 8 / 64 / Q, the right side of the receiver is marked 7819. or Best Offer. Buy and find hard to find Browning 270 online at OmahaOutdoors.com. The top rifle was Elmer Keith's; at bottom is a .30-06. Overall a really nice looking Safari Grade that looks as if it spent the majority it's years in the safe. ]}9t_i4|K.Lut*-eb,e,fl{=VE(EHRh4"Jh 45m&Z SHOOTER13 likes this. $124.95. Browning had them made at the FN plant in Belgium with premium FN Mauser actions and barrels. That's the year mine was made with the sameformat, and I have the original dated sales receipt and paperworkfrom Browning. The Mauser type bolt action is my hands down favorite. Browning Hi-Power Modern Production - Round Hammer. BROWNING SAFARI 30-06. A list of modern browsers is below; simply click an icon to go to the browsers download page. CUSTOMSHOPINC Great Collector Quality. Check carefully for any visual signs of salt. 737231On consignment we have a Browning Hi-Power Safari bolt action rifle in .270 Winchester. Bolt Action Rifle. In 1994, Browning introduced the BOSS (Ballistic Optimizing Shooting System) and with it the A-Bolt II. serial number: L9040 (ca. Return with us now to those thrilling days of yesteryear* and another of those rifles that are just now being By PLEASE ADD $100 FOR SHIPPING. 1971 71T or 71E prefix before Ser. It has a high grade walnut, Monte-carlo stock, bedding block, 9 lug, fluted bolt, floated 24" barrel, deep blue steel, detachable mag that also swings on the floor plate, adjustable trigger. Because the High Power is still one of the best of the innumerable Mauser-actioned sporters. $2,300 s, Browning BAR safari II semi automatic rifle chambered in 30.06 with adjustable muzzle break/boss and a 1-1/2 to 6 powered scope by Schmidt and bender LIKE NEW. Browning Fn Safari Serial Numbers. The next group was fired using Sierra 250-grain boat-tail bullets over 74.5 grains of Hodgdon H-4831 powder and capped with Federal No. %%EOF There was a total of 6,000 Sako short, Guns Listing ID: 737231On consignment we have a Browning Hi-Power Safari bolt action rifle in .270 Winchester. The bolt offers controlled feeding with a strong claw extractor, making the action especially popular with big- and dangerous-game hunters. Join F&S+ to read exclusive stories by your favorite writers. y9J Beautiful S, SALE PENDING KENT W. ND 1/4/23 Desirable and not often found in this cal. No.1974 X74" suffix after Ser. H\j@@Y& {G6 xu4N,decRG1!ov].}i>]}kzkW7pou:tY>n_/C:9[,\c\=kzo}}s6GO:vp[. Includes a Safari Grade box numbered "64220". Answers your questions. No.1971 X71" suffix after Ser. . Before coming out with the A-Bolt. The balance of the finish shows a few areas of scuffing on the barrel, light marks on the floorplate and trigger guard and some operational wear on the bolt body. 0000011597 00000 n 0000040420 00000 n It could possibly be a .308 or .243 in the small This Mark V Left Handed is in great condition and features a beautifully engraved Monte Carlo stock. The receiver engraving coverage is classified as full coverage, and the trigger guard and floorplate were likewise fully engraved with game scenes while scroll engraving graced the bridge and barrel. NICE LYMAN ALL AMERICAN 4X ON LEUPOLD MOUNTS. And stay the hell off Google. Critics are quick to point out the designs comparatively slow lock time, direct pull trigger, poorly positioned safety, cumbersome floorplate and poorly shaped bolt handle. 2. I too collect these $2,199.99. According to Mr. Buck: Morton Salt had developed a salt-solution drying process that had been successfully used in the furniture industry. Originally patented by Paul Mauser in 1895 and adopted by German armed forces April 5, 1898, it has proven reliable in battle. RARE Caliber AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT OUR ON-LINE SITE. d cl@V_c|qmA}&]o4gp]`K```\x.f;4Hf0\zo+^/JoPkY)8`-c[[:cfihlaGNM :5tZhS'@;N/($/iE#]lNZ%e=O*'g'O&! Every Safari I could find from 1959 to 1965, except one from 1962, did not have the number in front of the L and they were all 4 digit numbers after the L (i.e. PRE 1975 SERIALIZATION: BOLT ACTION RIFLES (Safari, Medallion, & Olympian Models) 1959 - N/A The ones made in Liege are among the best of the best. extractor was not introduced until late 1967 to early 1968. Give us a call at 800-333-3288 to learn more about how you can add a piece of history to your Browning firearm. Browning Hi-Power - .30 Luger. [According to Schwing] In an area roughly the size of a football field, five-foot-by five-foot by eight-foot stacks of stock blanks were covered with salt. I have not seen a Medallion or Olympian grade gun without the date stamp on the gun from these years. getting some particulars. In short, the cost to produce the commercial Mauser 98 action was high, and competing companies were developing new manufacturing methods and began designing rifles that cost notably less to produce. This was a good design; however, purists and big-game hunters generally frowned on it. AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE PURCHASE AT OUR ONLINE STORE Manufactured In 1962, This Pencil Barrel .244 Has Beautifully Figu, Browning Belgium Safari 250-3000 Savage. SUPER RARE! The Mechanics: The action functions correctly. I was told that the rifle was from 1968, making it one of the salt wood guns. The metal is all good no rust, the ser # is in the barrel channel of the stock and matches the gun ser #. The Olympian Grade was a factory-built, custom rifle that featured a coined satin receiver with multiple game scenes that were hand engraved by master engravers, and usually signed. Browning Belgium Safari .244 Pencil Barrel In NRA Perfect Condition. Action Type: Bolt Action with Hinged Magazine. Your browser is out of date and may not be able to properly display our website. My Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent condition. The examples I've given have 4 digits following or preceedingthe date, but I believe they went to 5 digits by the mid 60s. This is right in line with the Blue Book value. MADE IN 1969. Shop a large gun caliber selection of Browning 270 for sale at Omaha Outdoors. Pass the whole deal up. 458 Win Mag. Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Service. High Powers kicked. Historical Letters Available. The underside of the bolt handle is stamped with the same serial number as the action and barrel. in 1962, 3LXXXX in 1963, etc. The .284 Sako actions were introduced in 1965. Add to Compare. Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 96% of its metal finish. Quality European workmanship (Belgian Made) with factory Sako Action (some were made with Mauser acitions and som, Beautiful Belgium Browning BAR Safari II chambered in 338 WM. It doesn't take much to destroy a valuable piece. Browning BAR MK II Safari Trigger Assembly Original BBT#1. 800-333-3288 | 801-876-2711, Chat with us < /a>, powered by < a href = "https://www.livechatinc.com/?welcome" rel = "noopener nofollow" target = "_blank" > LiveChat < /a>. $569.99. They made them for Browning 1959-1975. CUSTOMSHOPINC 100% Factory Original. Short action cartridges (.243 and .308 Winchester) were produced in limited quantities on the 98 action. 0000000016 00000 n For sale is a Weatherby Mark V Lazermark LH bolt action rifle in 7mm Weatherby magnum. In spite of the Safari being the base rifle, it was a beauty with select walnut stock wood and hand-cut checkering. Aug 2, 2009. 0000062097 00000 n No.1972 X72" suffix after Ser. prof. pad added. SUPER RARE! Bea checkered stock with Browning ventilated pad. Sounds like you might have a Browning High-Power Bolt-Action rifle. The short 0000015208 00000 n Mag. & MONTREAL P.Q.". Those FN/Brownings (Safari's, etc) were made from 1959 to 1975, and only two of those year/production/serial numbers prefixes like the SN of your rifle ("L"). The serial numbers are 59xxx L70 and are on barrel, receiver, and bolt handle. In fact, very far from it. These rifles featured actions with special high tensile steel to handle the pressures associated with modern cartridges and to increase durability. The 98 action remains popular with modern craftsmen. Serial number is L10233 on the barrel just ahead of the action, in the barrel channel of the stock and just the numbers behind the bolt handle. 1966 6-single letter prefix or suffix by Ser. Published Oct 6, 2016 6:17 PM EDT. Free shipping. Standard markings and features. The LOP measures 13 5/8 from the front of the trigger to the back of the black plastic Browning brand shotgun-style butt plate. The barrels, in the smaller bore sizes, were too skinny. the date doesn't necessarily matter, I suppose. actions also are divided into short-extractor and long-extractor. Your gun is a 1959 model and will have a diamond of no checkering surrounded by checkering on the bottom of forearm. Browning Safari Grade bolt action magazine rifle built in 1969. Safari and Medallion designations - they are completely different. Manafactured in 1973. Buy and find hard to find Browning 30-06 online at OmahaOutdoors.com. xref 161 40 0000043977 00000 n 1970 70T or 70E prefix before Ser. Beautiful. Belgium .243 bolt action - 24" sporter barrel has excellent bore.long extractor. Over all a really solid, nice rifle. CONDITION: very . Excellent, retaining 99% plus original blue, some discoloration on the bolt handle, stock varnish beginning to craze, and sharp stock checkering. Upon retrieving the target, all three bullets had passed through the same hole, with the group measuring a mere .216 inch, center to center, which was the same level of accuracy Keith reported many years ago. WE DO NOT SHIP INTER, 1962 Browning Safari 30/06 L ext. The inside of the stock is marked 7189, which may be a factory mix-up in numerical order, since all four digits are found in the serial number. The BBR is built much like a Weatherby MK-V. $ 2,799.00. In a heartbeat. Mauser Action) Y: Safari Grade (Sako Short Action) A: MADE IN FINLAND IN 1965. I did question the guy about where he found the information about it being a 1959, but his reply's are about as informative as his listing.. . 98% Condition DOM 1962. | LETTER NUMBER Z 1 Y 2 X 3 W 4 V 5 T 6 R 7 P 8 N 9 M 10. However, it had been salt-cured rather than by the slower kiln-drying or air-drying processes. This rifle is nice and has nice figuring in the wood. If unsure, have a qualified 'smith remove wood and inspect action to verify no saltwood exists. Stock lug for extra strength. Safari Grade? My first shots from the bench were a bit erratic, so all guard screws and mounts were checked to discover and correct the problem. a0I1@Ab66qI0 j@sCCQ"gX"P\rX#G800G6"-)|dd}yl*{] pCDV6N peHt=P:311T. The High-Power was offered in three grades, including Safari, Medallion and Olympian. The serial number found on your gun has the answer. It should also be noted that post-World War II commercial 98 actions feature most of the above changes. Description: Browning Sako FINLAND .308 Win Safari PENCIL Barrel 1964 Rifle This is an auction for a Browning Safari Grade .308 Winchester caliber Bolt action Rifle that was made in FINLAND in 1964. I looked through the spotting scope after the second shot but could only see one hole, so a third shot was fired. These rifles were offered in a variety of options, including this Safari Grade example. Amazing Grain! $779.99 (Save up to 10%) Price $699.99 . Weatherby Mark V Lazermark LH - 7mm WBY MAG. The Gun Control Act of 1968 changed things a bit in regard to serial number placement. Browning BAR Mark II Safari BOSS 4 RD 270 Win 22" Rifle. This action features a unique push-feed system with a robust rotating extractor that snaps over the rim upon closing, while the ejector is a blade style that allows control of cases (or cartridges) as they are pulled from the chamber. Its also an artifact of the past, the relic of an era, like the AC Cobra, which, by todays standards, is painfully primitive, but which, in its original form, sells for $500,000 to $1,000,000 simply because it was once the baddest thing on the road, and even today, if you have the nerve to drive something that valuable, is a guaranteed near-death experience. A Leupold 3x9 scope is mounted. The bolt-handles were matt-chromed, the stocks were shiny, and were of either plain European walnut or very showy claro walnut from America. Product Codes F.N. Elmer Keiths rifle has a George Hoenig- style claw mount that allowed quick detachment of the Leupold M7 4x scope for iron sight use. ONCE AGAIN NOT REGULAR .30-06 IT IS .30-06 ACKLEY IMPROVED! bolt action rifle. The real problem with the High Power woodwork is the salt-stock curse. In the mid-1960s, Browning needed a bigger supply of high-grade walnut, and came across a California contractor who had oodles of claro walnut that had been cut from powerline right of ways. Rifle has very minor nics on stock and bluing is like new. The FN insiginia is on top of the action with a fancy, curved scroll. I read somewhere on a forum, that the "L" stands for "long action". The barrels used a stepped taper and were fitted with unusually fine iron sights. Blued steel barrel with raised notch sight and hooded ramp front sight. Buy Browning Safari 7mm Made in Belgium W/ Weaver K6-1 Scope: GunBroker is the largest seller of Bolt Action Rifles Rifles Guns & Firearms All: 973634318. . No. Browning Black Walnut XXX Grade Stock. Born in 1855, John M. Browning dedicated his life to inventing revolutionary firearms that were desitned to shape the future. hello from Tennessee! Chambered in.243 Winchester, ammunition is widely available; the cartridge has a track record of proven results; from Wikipedia The.243 Winchester (652mm) is a popular sporting rifle cartridge. Please feel free to call or email (notexts) with. Var, Browning Belgian Safari bolt action rifle. Browning rifles feature the Mauser type action and are painstakingly crafted to meet the highest sta. During the late 1960s, Browning responded with a modified version of the Mauser 98 known as the FN Supreme action that was a push-feed design with a rotating extractor, a countersunk bolt face and spring-loaded plunger ejector, all of which helped keep manufacturing costs down. The stock consisted of high-grade fancy walnut and was finished with hand-carved floral patterns and checkering. We collect rifles such as you have, and I would be interested in It was a rifle built by people who gave a damn about what they were doing. 0000002873 00000 n No, 1956-Mid. Wood is very nice. How do you date or find the model of a Belgian-made Browning bolt action with serial number 4L24384 if you have tried the website and it does not match anything there? By 1960, Browning Arms recognized the obvious void in its product line and began importing the High-Power rifle to compete with other U.S. companies. That's the year mine was made with the sameformat, and I have the original dated sales receipt and paperworkfrom Browning. Our Browning serial number lookup allows you to date your vintage rifle. If I were right-handed would I own a High Power? Like New In Box. Ramp mounted bead front sight with folding leaf rear sight. *Where did this come from? Pencil barrels, Browning collectors call them. So serial numbers on early (no"L") Brownings will fit in with FN commercials. Various game scenes were common on the floorplate, like this .338 Winchester Magnum appropriately engraved with a grizzly bear. A forum community dedicated to all firearm owners and enthusiasts. FN rifles were produced for Sears, Western Auto, and a lot of other . Finely checkered. Featured Gun Classifieds Browning Belgium Rifles - Safari, Firearm Description: Brand: Browning Model: Safari Caliber: 300 Win Mag Condition: Used (See Photos) This Browning Safari Rifle sports an aftermarket barrel made by J. Dewey, Browning Safari BELGIUM Dangerous Game .458 WIN MAG - NO SALT After Silver Nitrate Test - Ready To Hunt *****SCROLL DOWN FOR SPECS***** Quillen & Worfe Fine Guns Disclosures and Important In, Guns Listing ID: 759151Browning Safari 7mm Rem Mag, Iron Sights, 25\" Blued Barrel, Wood Stock, Jeweled Bolt Action, No Box, Browning Safari (MADE IN FINLAND), chambered in 243 Winchester. It is beautifully engraved and signed by master engraver Marie Magis. Browning BAR-Safari 300 Win Mag with Leupold 2X7 VariX 11 98% overall. LSB#: 160503SH09 Make: Fabrique Nationale in Belgium for Browning Model: FN High-Power Safari Grade Mauser Serial Number: L7819 Year of Manufacture: Late 1950s to the early 1960s; the L prefix indicates earlier production; Browning later switched to an alpha-numeric code that would have given us a specific date of manufacture. 12 1953H1-H6600 L1-L4450 1954H6601-H39700 L4451-L45250 1955H39701-H83450 L45251-L83600 1956H83451-H100000 L83601-L99877 1956M1-M35250 G1-G35450 1957M35251-M86300 G35451-G85950 The Winchester Model 70 is a bolt-action sporting rifle.It has an iconic place in American sporting culture and has been held in high regard by shooters since it was introduced in 1936, earning the moniker "The Rifleman's Rifle". October 2018. Item Description: Translate description MANUFACTURER/IMP BY: Browning Viana/Imp BACO, Inc MODEL: Winchester XPR VIAS HUNTER ACTION TYPE: Bolt Action Rifle CALIBER/GA: .30-06 Serial #: 357ZT02459 BBL/OAL: 24" BBL. 0000005587 00000 n Likewise, the military bolt handle has traditionally been replaced with a more palatable configuration when building a custom sporter rifle. I have no idea why I sold it, but I certainly regret it! The Sako is well known for its precise action and barrel specifications that offered smooth, flawless function and accuracy. In 1976, Browning re-standardized its serial number identification. serial number: L9040 (ca. Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked "BROWNING ARMS COMPANY / St LOUIS Mo. 0000013656 00000 n Part of this was stock design, and partly because on the non-magnum rifles, Browning used a cheesy plastic buttplate that accentuated recoil when it was not busy slipping off your shoulder. Keep in mind there were many riflemakers using this action. The stock finish, in addition to being shiny, did not hold up well, and you see High Powers today whose finish has cracked, crazed, and chipped. The story of an old humpback Browning that's Sign up for the Field & Stream newsletter and get the latest intelligence straight to your inbox. $159.95. The rifle has a 24 1/2 inch barrel with a bright bore and has Redfield scope mount and rings.Metal condition is good but has had some rust where the metal meets the stock and has been cleaned up and basically any pitting left is under the wood. 1. To find out about your gun's serial number simply click on your firearm. Bolt action rifle with a 22" barrel, a wood stock and an adjustable trigger. Browning AB3 Micro Stalker Bolt Action Rifle 7mm-08. Buy it and burn the stock. All of the components are manufactured in Belgium as shown by the markings. Browning - 035-208248 X-Bolt Hunter 270 WSM Rifle.270 WSM Win Short Mag: $800.00: We have the blue book value of guns. & Sako High Power Rifles: Year . The process did accomplish its purpose but the moisture that was drawn out of the blanks on top of the stacks ran down into the blanks below, resulting in a brine solution that soaked the lower wood blanks., Bruce Buck continues: According to Schwings interviewsall the salt curing was done in the U.S. and affected at least 90% of all Browning stocks made from 1967 to 1969. Browse all new and used Browning Belgium Rifles - Safari for sale and buy with confidence from Guns International. NICE WOOD WITH JUST A FEW MARKS. December 2018 Browning Safari chambered in .243 Winchester. Along with the BOSS, Browning made changes to the A-Bolt and introduced the A-Bolt II. 1968 8-single letter prefix or suffix by Ser. to be 1964, the year FN/Browning rifle had a serial number of four numerals following a single-letter prefix. SN L7168. }aUf!o]:zagICU3=by5unjzIx,^lNbgfk%v g;z+@;=kE`loq,lbjn7}-K"7M1poYg$@"@2k&lB@6 t.Y+f&Lyc]c=k9F"EAlU~{aY HFP:29Ex_u 25" ?~iG%|WD_K!hl_ (g EdV;LYNvf9'gw^Cm{28c*`45e8 ;0io8h ~X}~r6jR,0~xt*CKAADV{@JGW|. k'E4}tY?$%C8Ur@AXFTED#{v ;@o}EXTvPj iB hCN5@/z3t8 t_Rs.;1CRu tEYG Serial #36658, mfg. The serial number on the barrel, action and bolt all match with the 8469 designation. Serial number- H222944. Although the stock finish was gloss (or semigloss), which was popular at the time, it was a high-quality finish. 0000008202 00000 n Browning Arms long-lasting relationship with FN began around 1897, when John Browning contracted the firm in Belgium to manufacture his Model 1899 pistol, as well as many subsequent rifles, shotguns and pistols. Has the classic Lawson thumbhole stock made of deluxe figured walnut. Chambered in .243 with the very sought after 22 pencil barrel, this gun was made in 1965 and remains in very fine original co, Browning Safari Grade bolt action with the early long extractor in 30/06 caliber with Redfield 2 - 7 variable power scope. No.1975 X75" suffix after Ser. At its time, it was one of the two best production rifles around; I think that only the J.P Sauer-built Weatherby Mark Vs were in a league with it. Bolt Action Rifle. The markings are crisp.