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Shep · January 30, 2013, 04:07 PM

I just bought a Browning BAR Mk. II .30-06 that appears to have been Manufactured in 1982. Serial # 137PYxxxx.

The bore, receiver, trigger group and bolt appear like new, as though the rifle had been fired very little. Aside from a couple of small scratches above the trigger guard and a small 1/2" ding on the buttstock, the rifle looks brand new.

My question is, given it's age, (31 years old if I read the serial number correctly) whether there should be any limitations on shooting factory loads of 150- 200 gr? I won't be able to get to a 'smith for awhile and would like to shoot it before I can get to him.

Your opinions and info are greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Shep
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January 30, 2013, 04:07 PM	#1
Shep Member Join Date: April 19, 2009 Location: NW North Dakota Posts: 57	BAR question I just bought a Browning BAR Mk. II .30-06 that appears to have been Manufactured in 1982. Serial # 137PYxxxx. The bore, receiver, trigger group and bolt appear like new, as though the rifle had been fired very little. Aside from a couple of small scratches above the trigger guard and a small 1/2" ding on the buttstock, the rifle looks brand new. My question is, given it's age, (31 years old if I read the serial number correctly) whether there should be any limitations on shooting factory loads of 150- 200 gr? I won't be able to get to a 'smith for awhile and would like to shoot it before I can get to him. Your opinions and info are greatly appreciated. Thanks! Shep PS - Pics to follow Last edited by Shep; January 30, 2013 at 04:34 PM.