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G21NE · October 21, 2001, 08:28 PM

I just inherited a Browning Auto-5(at least I think that's what it is)and would like to know when it was made, rarity, etc.

Markings:
On the left side of the barrel, just above the forearm is engraved "ACIER SPECIAL", then a whole bunch of proof marks, I guess. I know it's a 12 ga, and I think the "12 C" inside a diamond indicates that.

How much of the serial number would someone need to do the research? I'm not sure I want to post the whole sn on a public forum. I'll give out this much: 10XXX Hope it's enough for a start.

It also has a Poly choke (adjustable choke setup) attached to the muzzle. It's marked "THE POLY CHOKE CO. HARTFORD CONN.-PATENTED" I guess it's the forerunner to removable choke tubes.
Thanks in advance for any help you can give me!

October 21, 2001, 08:28 PM	#1
G21NE Junior Member Join Date: February 5, 2000 Location: Nebraska Posts: 9	Need info on Browning Auto 5, please I just inherited a Browning Auto-5(at least I think that's what it is)and would like to know when it was made, rarity, etc. Markings: On the left side of the barrel, just above the forearm is engraved "ACIER SPECIAL", then a whole bunch of proof marks, I guess. I know it's a 12 ga, and I think the "12 C" inside a diamond indicates that. How much of the serial number would someone need to do the research? I'm not sure I want to post the whole sn on a public forum. I'll give out this much: 10XXX Hope it's enough for a start. It also has a Poly choke (adjustable choke setup) attached to the muzzle. It's marked "THE POLY CHOKE CO. HARTFORD CONN.-PATENTED" I guess it's the forerunner to removable choke tubes. Thanks in advance for any help you can give me!