The example we will be looking at was minted in 1960. Estimated Value Range –see below. All three are brand new still in the box with all factory paperwork. This guide is for the Browning A5 16 gauge only. Wingman , May 17, 2016 Serial began with 1000 – 99999 followed by the model code 221 Sweet Sixteen and 171 Superlight 16 and two letter year(R=7, T=6, P=Cool. This area will help you read that serial number. He acknowledged the lightweight A5 16 gauge guns produced between 1936 and 1947 are in fact Sweet Sixteen and identified as such in the factory issued catalogues. Browning Serial Numbers. The Browning A5 or Auto-5 was patented in 1900. SUPERPOSED WATERFOWL LIMITED EDITION SERIES, MID-PRODUCTION AUTO-5—FN MANUFACTURE STANDARD WEIGHT, LATE PRODUCTION AUTO-5—B.C. This is the first year of standard production of the 2 ¾ inch chambered 16 gauge. The ring on the barrel doesnt have a serial number but it does have the number "1" on its own at the top of the right hand side. To find the year of proof of your (Post 1975) Browning or Miroku shotgun you’ll need to find the Serial Number. It's mounted with a multi-point checkered finger groove walnut forearm and round knob pistol grip stock with plastic FN buttplate. Mon Sep 02, 2013 11:09 am. No serial number distinction between the Sweet 16 and the Standard 16 gauge A5. I believe their manufacture date is 1956. BROWNING SERIALIZATION 1975 TO CURRENT: In 1975 Browning began using the two (2) letter code system (located in the middle of the serial number) for determining the year of manufacture. This gun has a 59000 serial number. Sat Oct 18, 2014 3:42 pm. BROWNING ARMS CO. Browning Sweet Sixteen - This version is similar to the Standard-Weight and is chambered for 16 gauge only. Belgian Browning Sweet 16 New and Unfired Description: Belgian Browning Sweet 16 new and unfired in a period correct Browning luggage case. I paid $500.00 for my fancy wood, beaver tail fore customized 1940 A5. This is the “unmarked” Browning, era of the Sweet Sixteen. 26" with improved cylinder choke (highly sought after). A true collection piece. If the serial number on the barrel is "A24xx", that is perfectly normal. Additional Information –16 ga. vent rib barrel. I printed out the Browning "Date Your Firearm" serial number information and the A5 owner's manual but the gun is old and the documentation is new and I can't reconcile everything. According to the gentleman that i secured these from, these shotgun were never ever fired. Browning Gun Values By Serial Number . Wed May 20, 2015 6:54 am. This is the “unmarked” Browning, era of the Sweet Sixteen. The serial number on the barrel could be almost anything, as during that time frame, they did not match the receiver serial number. 8G1-8G2000. If this is the serial number then was the gun manufactured in the 1930's as the "Date Your Firearm" document suggests? Browning Semi-Automatic Five Shotgun (A-5) F.N. Mon Sep 02, 2013 10:33 am. Today we will take a look at the FN Browning Sweet Sixteen. 1937 era Browning sweet sixteen. production began at serial number 1 in 1902. I will post them here later tonight. No serial number distinction between the Sweet 16 and the Standard 16 gauge A5s. The 1946-8 unmarked Sweet Sixteen don't have the speed load feature which hurts value for some. To find your serial number, you will need to refer to your owner's manual. The two sets of numbers are different. Browning Serial Numbers. I'm not arguing. Its hard to place a value on these cause if its in the right auction at the right time it may bring $1,000.00. Search. Serial # L8426. I guess you are the A-5 man about these parts. ... Browning Shotgun Serial Numbers Lookup Date Of Manufacture Browning A5. Now you can date your Browning firearm. This shotgun was manufactured in 1967 with a single steel bead sight, choked modified and a 2 3/4 inch chamber. These are among the rarest of the A5 Sweet Sixteen but are priced as standard 16 gauge A5s in value guides. This shotgun is in excellent condition with almost all original finish still on the wood and metal parts of this shotgun. Manufacture year - 1959. The codes on the barrels are Q98786 for Serial # A69040 and R47646 for Serial # A69143. Browning Sweet Sixteen Serial Numbers. Browning Sweet Sixteen Gold Trigger Made in Belgium Serial# S12### Thread starter GM-GUY; ... You may find yourself neglecting the rest of your shotguns...the 16ga in the sweet 16 is shotgunning perfection. 5 0 0. M=standard weight. LETTER NUMBER Z 1 Y 2 X 3 W 4 V 5 T 6 R 7 P 8 N 9 M 10. Browning 12ga numbers began with number 1 in 1903. Wed May 20, 2015 5:49 am, Posted: The 16ga number 1 began in 1909. We have most owner's manuals online. The only number that resembles a serial is on the pic below. The serial number found on your gun has the answer. G=light weight. 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The serial number coding system changed to the serial number preceding the date code. Serial # A69143 has a recoil pad installed and reinforcing pins of dowel rod at the wrist. BROWNING SERIALIZATION 1975 TO CURRENT: In 1975 Browning began using the two (2) letter code system (located in the middle of the serial number) for determining the year of manufacture. PRE 1975 SERIALIZATION: LETTER NUMBER Z 1 Y 2 X 3 W 4 V 5 T 6 R 7 P 8 N 9 M 10. The barrel has the 'BROWNING AUTOMATIC ARMS CO. OGDEN UTAH-U.S.A' mark on it. Thanks, Posted: The second most rare Sweet Sixteen, a 1947 2 3/4 chambered 3 Shot. What's new Search. Bluing 95-96% Wood has a few minor dings and scratches. Here are 3 of the 7 pics sent. "Double Doubles" is something we do occasionally at Skeet or Crazy. and the trapper pushes the doubles button--twice. see Browning Website 1976 1000 221 RT – Sweet Sixteen 1000 171 RT – Superlight Sixtee 1978 According to Browning, the barrel stamp indicates that … Choose your Firearm. I would love to see pics of your A5. Tue May 19, 2015 11:19 pm. Manufacturer/Trademark – Browning. The gun retains 100% of all finishes and shows no wear at all. Model/configuration – Auto-5, Sweet 16 . Shotgun expert Phil Bourjaily breaks down the history of the first semi-automatic shotgun and gives you tips for buying a vintage A5. Does the barrel serial number match the serial number on the receiver? It has light engraving on the receiver including "Sweet Sixteen" on the upper left hand side above "BROWNING". The serial number, according to browning, means that it was made sometime between 1901 and 1939. Blast From the Past: Browning Auto 5 Sweet 16. Description: Browning A5 Sweet Sixteen made in Belgium 16ga shotgun. Original condition no restoration. The classic 16 gauge A5 is back, and super sleek. A very beautiful shooter grade unmarked Sweet Sixteen. Serial Number –9S41506. Sun Oct 19, 2014 1:51 pm. The 20ga has to have the right guy buying it like the sweet sixteen. Site shows serial number 1 thru 228000 were manufactured between these dates. The barrel has the 'BROWNING AUTOMATIC ARMS CO. OGDEN UTAH-U.S.A' mark on it. Wed May 20, 2015 6:36 am, Posted: Location: Morgan, Utah. Sun Oct 19, 2014 7:14 pm. G85001-G99000. According to Browning, the barrel stamp indicates that … A Browning Auto-5 Sweet Sixteen manufactured in the year 1965 will have a serial number on the bottom of the receiver that starts with "5S". 26" with improved cylinder choke (highly sought after). see Browning Website 1976 1000 221 RT – Sweet Sixteen 1000 171 RT – Superlight Sixtee 1978 Posted: it has a Cutts compensater I believe it was used as a skeet gun it also has an old recoil pad that was added.