Description

This Browning Auto-5 Sweet Sixteen, manufactured in Belgium and featuring a 27-inch barrel, is a classic semi-automatic shotgun chambered in 16-gauge. Built around 1950-1951, this shotgun showcases the iconic FN proof marks. It retains its original front-of-trigger-guard safety, indicating it was an early production model before transitioning to cross-bolt safety.

The barrel is marked with a full choke, indicated by the single star (*), making it ideal for long-shot applications such as waterfowl hunting or trap shooting. The two 3/4-inch chamber and the “Special Steel” designation ensure it can effectively handle modern smokeless powder loads.

This Sweet Sixteen combines beautiful craftsmanship with functional performance. It features elegant engraving on the receiver and a finely finished walnut stock. It remains a testament to Browning’s long-standing reputation for producing reliable and aesthetically appealing firearms, making it a great choice for collectors and avid shooters.