I found what I thought was a very early 1948 Sweet Sixteen based on the serial number. Browning informed me the gun left the factory in 1955. 1909. 1 - 3200. 1910 to 1914 There is only vague info about 16 ga SNs in SV (page 74) for the time 1910 to 1914.CriscoKid. 3763 posts · Joined 2010. #2 · Dec 13, 2011. [ I have a 12 ***** shotgun, supposedly a "Sweet 16." - new in the box, Serial Number 25553 B.] FWIW. 1) "Sweet 16's" are 16 gauge, and not 12 ga. 2) A Browning Auto 5 (A5) with a letter-suffixed SN is beyond my experience. IMO, it would be best if you posted some pics of the gun …However, my shotgun, a Belgian Browning A5 16 gauge, does not "fit" on those tables, and I am quite certain that it is a "genuine" Belgian Browning 16 gauge. Here's the rub: All the reliable tables I see, (some on here), have the serial numbers for manufacture in 1940, stopping at 126175. (Given the sons of bachelors wandering the …Discussion starter · #335 · Oct 10, 2015. The owner of this early 16ga A5 believes it is a first year gun. The factory stamped serial number on the loading port looks like serial number 5300. This is out of the first year range. It also has a second number stamped on the loading port, 34212.A certifiable work of genius, John Browning’s long-recoil Auto 5 was fifty or more years ahead of the competition. The Sweet 16 version debuted in 1937 and was made until 1975–with a break for ...To authenticate a Fendi serial number, one should look at a bag’s certificate of authenticity. If the number on the bag and the one on the certificate match, that is a sign of auth...1993-1997. In 1976 Browning standardized its serial number identification which it followed until 1998. The Gold 10ga. went into production in 1993. This gun is produced in Japan and uses the following serial number configuration until 1998. 1. Serial Number. beginning with 01001. at the start of each year. 2.2. 1937 Sweet Sixteen 3 Shot Pawn shop. 3. 1938 Sweet Sixteen 3 Shot Pawn shop. 4. 1947 X Series 16ga 3 Shot Gunbroker. 5. 1947 X Series Unmarked Sweet Sixteen - (the one that got me started) Cabelas. Total investment approx. $2500.00. I would show you pictures but "when you've seen one A5 you've seen them all."Aug 6, 2009 · These serial numbers overlap the dates of the X series guns that began in 1947. The S/V book reports serial number 126175 was sold to a serviceman on September 21, 1944. Warehouse logs show serial number 126201 December 31, 1944 through serial number 128116 December 31, 1945. Aug 17, 2022 ... Shotgun Showcase has become Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever's unofficial celebration of summer & clays season.I bought Browning "Sweet Sixteen" this weekend, need to know where to find serial number and how to date it. Thanks, Teresa . Save Share. Like. Sort by Oldest first ... You can date the gun yourself, and find out some other cool stuff by looking at Browning's website services here:Jul 12, 2016 ... I grew up hunting with an Ithaca 37 in 16ga. I passed it on to younger family member. Recently I purchased a new Browning A5 Sweet Sixteen.Most of us are familiar with so-called “famous” serial killers, like Ted Bundy, the Zodiac Killer, the Night Stalker and the Golden State Killer. Some are so famous they have their...D. dukntz Discussion starter. 2 posts · Joined 2006. #1 · Dec 19, 2006. I just bought a Sweet 16, Belgium made with a serial number starting with S. I think it was made around 1954. It has matt rib with mod barrel, in very-good condition. The only thing I see not original is a Pachmayr recoil pad.Description: Browning Sweet Sixteen Ducks Unlimited 1988 Banquet gun. The left side of the barrel is marked "BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN, UTAH & MONTREAL P.Q. / MADE IN JAPAN", the right side is marked "BROWNING AUTO 5 / INVECTOR SPECIAL STEEL 16 GA SHELLS-2 ¾"-26" / BROWNINGS PATENTS", the left side of the receiver …The serial number prefix 1S was assigned to the browning sweet sixteen model of the auto-5 shotgun in the year 1961,So yes you have a Browning sweet sixteen shotgun. What is the age of a Browning Sweet Sixteen serial 62238?This was then preceded by the serial number beginning with 1000. Example: 1000S69 = A 1969 Superposed 12 ga.. shotgun with a serial number of 1000. S=12 gauge V=20 gauge F=28 gauge J=.410 bore: 1976-1986: In 1975 Browning standardized its serial number identification which it followed until 1998.D. dukntz Discussion starter. 2 posts · Joined 2006. #1 · Dec 19, 2006. I just bought a Sweet 16, Belgium made with a serial number starting with S. I think it was made around 1954. It has matt rib with mod barrel, in very-good condition. The only thing I see not original is a Pachmayr recoil pad.Your serial number indicates that your Browning sweet sixteen auto-5 shotgun was made in the year 1950. ... What is the age of browning sweet 16 shotgun serial number X35714? Updated: 9/23/2023 ...This was then followed by the serial number beginning with 1000. Example: 69G1000 = A 1969 Auto-5 Lightweight 12 ga.. shotgun with a serial number of 1000. M-standard weight G=light weight: 1976-1997: In 1976 Browning standardized its serial number identification which it followed until 1998.After the war, Browning started putting a letter prefix on the number starting with X-1001. Evidently when number X-99999 was reached, they reset the numbers to A-01. In 1953 the number series for Sweet 16s was changed to S-01 and ran to about S-99999 in 1957. Starting in 1958, Sweet 16s got a year code prefix: 8S for 1958, 9S for …Jan 26, 2022 · FN Browning Model Auto 5 Sweet Sixteen A-5 A5 16 GA 27.5" Shotgun 1954 C&R - Curios & Relics at GunBroker.com : 918147614 Click to expand... Thank you, I will probably post it on Armslist local for $1100 obo and hope to get somewhere between $900-$1100. Chambered for 16-gauge only. Has gold-plated trigger. Manufactured by FN between 1936 and 1976. Not all A-5 16-gauges are Sweet Sixteens. Look for gold-plated trigger …With the serial number that you provided,your Browning sweet sixteen shotgun was made in 1951.There are 3 distinct values for your browning sweet sixteen shotgun,which will be based on your shotgun having between 60%-90% of its original finish remaining,and a good bore.The plain barrel model is worth between 425-725 …The Sweet Sixteens were not marked with the name on the receiver until sometime in 1948, so that dates the receiver. Your gun has a barrel marked, St Louis making the barrel date sometime between 1930 and 1958, BUT it's a factory 2 3/4", that makes it a post war gun, 1947 or later. so that dates the barrel. Now to get closer we go …Browning Sweet Sixteen, 16 gauge Auto-5 shotgun, made in Belgium. Serial number 5S423xx, dates to 1965. The Sweet 16 is lighter than Browning's standard 16 gauge by 10 oz. This one has the round knob pistol grip stock. It has a 27 1/2" inch plain barrel with a fixed modified choke and bead front sight. The receiver features scroll …My source is the book, "BROWNING AUTO-5 SHOTGNUS, The Belgian FN Production", by Shirley & Vanderlinden., 2003, Wet Dog Pub., pg.76. "The "X" serial number prefix series began with serial number X1001 that was accepted in the warehouse on January 15, 1947. However, the earliest date a 16 gauge was completed and accepted was serial number X1019 ...In simplistic terms---16s (short chambered ones) started way back when, only a handful of years after they started A5s. Then in the late 30s they were offered in a light, or soon-to-be--named the "Sweet Sixteen", but somewhere in that time frame Browning made "standard" (2 3/4") chambered models that weren't marked "Sweet Sixteen".Browned butter makes everything taste better—except, of course, when you can’t taste it at all. Its rich, toasty flavor has a way of getting lost in all but the most butter-forward...2. 1937 Sweet Sixteen 3 Shot Pawn shop. 3. 1938 Sweet Sixteen 3 Shot Pawn shop. 4. 1947 X Series 16ga 3 Shot Gunbroker. 5. 1947 X Series Unmarked Sweet Sixteen - (the one that got me started) Cabelas. Total investment approx. $2500.00. I would show you pictures but "when you've seen one A5 you've seen them all."However, my shotgun, a Belgian Browning A5 16 gauge, does not "fit" on those tables, and I am quite certain that it is a "genuine" Belgian Browning 16 gauge. Here's the rub: All the reliable tables I see, (some on here), have the serial numbers for manufacture in 1940, stopping at 126175. (Given the sons of bachelors wandering the …Apr 22, 2004 · The "X" series were the first FN produced Auto-5 16 gauges with the 2 3/4" chamber. The series began with serial # X1001 and ran through serial # X99999, which was produced in 1953. Your gun does appear to have been manufactured in 1948. The FN produced A-5 barrels show the St. Louis address from 1930 through 1958 production. 1 Posts. #717 · Jul 25, 2020. Just was gifted a Browning sweet 16 from my dad. Basically new and perhaps fired one box of shells total in its life. Serial number is S 84531. I was going to get some shells and give it a whirl to insure proper function.Apr 27, 2015 · Everything works on this gun 100% like it is supposed to. This is a nice "untouched" original Belgian Browning Sweet Sixteen that anyone would be proud to carry afield or to the range. SOLD Curio/Relic: Yes Manufacturer: Browning - Belgium Model: Sweet Sixteen A5 Serial Number: S 84237 Bore: Excellent Chambers: 2 3/4 Gauge Info: 16 gauge A certifiable work of genius, John Browning’s long-recoil Auto 5 was fifty or more years ahead of the competition. The Sweet 16 version debuted in 1937 and was made until 1975–with a break for ...A few examples of appraisal values forBROWNING SWEET 16. Search our price guide for your own treasures. Browning Sweet 16, 16 gauge shotgun, Browning Sweet 16, 16 gauge shotgun, semi-automatic with 25 in. barrel, serial number 80368; FFL, Permit, or NICS background check required. Reconditioned, stock refinished. Estate of the Late …Browning Sweet Sixteen - Belgium Made Description: A Beautiful 1971, never been fired Browning Sweet Sixteen Belgium Made SOLD Shotgun Gauge: 16 Gauge Manufacturer: Browning A5 Model: Sweet Sixteen Serial Number: 71S3522 Barrel Length: 26 Bore: 99 Chambers: Full Choke & Modified New Extra barrel - Belgium made Ejectors: Yes …If so it could be a triple winner. Sweet Sixteen, 3 Shot, 2 3/4 chambered BEFORE the X series...unreal :shock: This one is worth a call to Glen Jensen, Browning Historian 1 800 333-3288. Give him the serial number and ask if he has any history on it. I would be surprised because it seems to be a Liberation era gun.Browning Sweet Sixteen. Tags 4s 31228 browning sweet 16. ... The Sweet Sixteen is and A-5 automatic shotgun designed by John Browning. the A-5 was the first sucessful auto. ... During that time period Browning was still making the standard 16 gauge A-5, the "S" in the serial number denotes that it is a Sweet Sixteen.Nov 10, 2012 · X denotes the Sweet Sixteen made from Jan 15, 1947 through late 1953. Your serial number is a last half of 1950. I can't explain the non-gold trigger except it may be a replacement part or the owner removed the gold plating.. The X serial numbered guns all have 2 3/4 inch chambers shipped from FN. The front safety was used until August 1953. Like. No serial number distinction between the Sweet 16 and the Standard 16 gauge A5s. 105850 - 111000 1938: 111001 - 118200 1939: 118201 - 126123 1940: 126124 - 126175 1940 - 1953 "A" Prefix serial number on the side of the receiver, American-made Browning by "Remington Arms." 1944-1948 Postwar Liberation guns, Serial number 128117-128646 "are so ...Chambered for 16-gauge only. Has gold-plated trigger. Manufactured by FN between 1936 and 1976. Not all A-5 16-gauges are Sweet Sixteens. Look for gold-plated trigger "Sweet Sixteen" script and lack of a suicide safety. NOTE: Add 50 percent for matte or ventilated rib in NIB or excellent condition; 25 percent for others. Gun Type: Shotgun.But on Browning's site I found this: 1950 285001-315000. 1951 315001-346000. 1952 346001-387000 (F.N. took over production of the Auto-5.) 1953 387000-438000. My serial number is X53___, so it does not match the Browning serials. According to the first chart (which I found on a forum), it would be 1951.Chambered for 16-gauge only. Has gold-plated trigger. Manufactured by FN between 1936 and 1976. Not all A-5 16-gauges are Sweet Sixteens. Look for gold-plated trigger "Sweet Sixteen" script and lack of a suicide safety. NOTE: Add 50 percent for matte or ventilated rib in NIB or excellent condition; 25 percent for others. Gun Type: Shotgun.Browning A5 Sweet Sixteen 16 Gauge Shotgun with 28 inch Barrel and Mossy Oak Bottomland C $1,999.99 $1,739.99; In Stock Brand: Browning; Item Number: 0118255004; Browning A5 16 Gauge Semi-Auto Shotgun with 28 Inch Barrel and Realtree Max-7 Camo Finish $2,129.99 $1,739.99; In Stock ...Browning A5 Sweet Sixteen 16 Gauge Shotgun with 28 inch Barrel and Mossy Oak Bottomland C $1,999.99 $1,739.99; In Stock Brand: Browning; Item Number: 0118255004; ...Browning Sweet Sixteen, 16 gauge Auto-5 shotgun, made in Belgium. Serial number 5S423xx, dates to 1965. The Sweet 16 is lighter than Browning's standard 16 gauge by 10 oz. This one has the round knob pistol grip stock. It has a 27 1/2" inch plain barrel with a fixed modified choke and bead front sight. The receiver features scroll …With the serial number that you have provided,your Browning Sweet Sixteen auto-5 shotgun was made in Belgium for Browning in the year 1957. How old is a browning sweet sixteen serial number 1s73659? Browning Age Lookup. To find the year of proof of your (Post 1975) Browning or Miroku shotgun you’ll need to find the Serial Number. On most over and under shotguns this should be situated under the top lever…. and on Semi-Autos somewhere on the receiver…. In the Serial number there are two letters together – This is your date code. I found what I thought was a very early 1948 Sweet Sixteen based on the serial number. Browning informed me the gun left the factory in 1955. 1909. 1 - 3200. 1910 to 1914 There is only vague info about 16 ga …M. mtwreslter75 Discussion starter. 1 post · Joined 2010. #1 · Dec 24, 2010. I have found one of my grandpa's old guns and just had some questions. I know about how much it is worth but would like to know some other information. Browning Sweet 16 Made in Belgium. Serial Number = S 11779. Needs some touching up.Wiki User. ∙ 14y ago. Best Answer. For all Sweet Sixteens from 1952 and later, the name "Sweet Sixteen" will be engraved on the left side of the receiver. Most made between 1948 - 1951 will also have the engraving, but not all. Sweets made before will not have the engraving. Sweet Sixteens were introduced as a Lightweight 16 guage gun in 1937.A SWEET SIXTEEN shotgun currently has too little sold data to calculate an average price. ... BROWNING A5 SWEET SIXTEEN 16 GA, 2.75" CHAMBER 28" BARREL, ...Darryle. 2577 posts · Joined 2005. #3 · Dec 11, 2009. There will be a choke code on the left side just above the fore end, one of theses combination's will give you your choke constriction. BROWNING CHOKES AND THEIR CODES (ON REAR LEFT-SIDE OF BARREL) * designates full choke (F). *- designates improved modified choke (IM).It’s not a Belgium made gun. This is an American Browning made by Remington. Just because it’s a round knob doesn’t mean it’s a Belgium. There are a few ways to tell that’s it’s an American Browning. 1. Serial number is on the side of the receiver. 2. Receiver has a bead blasted look on the top. 3.According to the serial number information in Shirley & Vanderlinden, your Sweet Sixteen was shipped from FN during the first four months of 1958.Browning Sweet 16 - S serial number. Hi Bert, I was wondering if you could help me with the value of the following 1955 Browning Sweet Sixteen. The serial number is s27318 and the barrel is ribbed with "*" stamp. I have attached a few pics as well. Thank you,According to the serial number information in Shirley & Vanderlinden, your Sweet Sixteen was shipped from FN during the first four months of 1958.Jan 26, 2022 · FN Browning Model Auto 5 Sweet Sixteen A-5 A5 16 GA 27.5" Shotgun 1954 C&R - Curios & Relics at GunBroker.com : 918147614 Click to expand... Thank you, I will probably post it on Armslist local for $1100 obo and hope to get somewhere between $900-$1100. For sale is an FN Browning A5 Sweet Sixteen semi-automatic shotgun in 16ga. Serial number- 4S25375. Made in Belgium by FN in 1964. 2 3/4" Chamber. Full Choke. Round Knob and original but plate! Please refer to the pictures for the condition. The Browning Automatic 5, most often Auto-5 or simply A-5, is a recoil-operated semi-automatic …I found what I thought was a very early 1948 Sweet Sixteen based on the serial number. Browning informed me the gun left the factory in 1955. 1909. 1 - 3200. 1910 to 1914 There is only vague info about 16 ga SNs in SV (page 74) for the time 1910 to 1914.On your gun, "2" is the year of manufacture,(1962) "S" is for sweet-sixteen and the serial number is XXXXX This date method was used until 1969 when 2 numbers were used for the year of manufacture. The Sweet Sixteen was made with a 2 9/16" chamber from 1937 to 1940 and a 2 3/4" chamber from 1947 to 1975.A few examples of appraisal values forBROWNING SWEET 16. Search our price guide for your own treasures. Browning Sweet 16, 16 gauge shotgun, Browning Sweet 16, 16 gauge shotgun, semi-automatic with 25 in. barrel, serial number 80368; FFL, Permit, or NICS background check required. Reconditioned, stock refinished. Estate of the Late John D. Ford.Browning Sweet Sixteen (1957-1958) Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories. 1957-1958 production. 27 in.barrel engraved made in Belguim,barrell #.C59408. Vented rib, choke ** modified. Stock has round pommel. Serial # A 10744.on receiver bottom. Stored in gun cabinet last 30 years, not fired.Learn here how to find the date your Browning firearm was manufactured by using the serial number found on your gun. This page will help you read the serial number.Although Browning made 16ga A5's starting in 1909, the Sweet 16, as such, wasn't introduced until 1937, with no SN prefix, then with "S" prefix serial numbers in 1953. Since earlier Standardweights 16ga A5's had no SN prefix, SN 41164 reads as 1926 - too early for that to be the SN of a Sweet 16. However, the OTHER SN given - A25192 - …I found what I thought was a very early 1948 Sweet Sixteen based on the serial number. Browning informed me the gun left the factory in 1955. 1909. 1 - 3200. 1910 to 1914 There is only vague info about 16 ga …Browning Shotguns. Browning A5 16 Gauge Serial Number Date Guide. Jump to Latest Follow 61 - 80 of 853 Posts. 1 4 of 43 Go to page ... From the start I wondered who had the First X Series, Last X Series First X Series Unmarked Sweet Sixteen, Last X Series Unmarked Sweet Sixteen, First Marked X Series Sweet …Nov 25, 2021 · No serial number distinction between the Sweet 16 and the Standard 16 gauge A5. This is the "unmarked" Browning, era of the Sweet Sixteen. These are among the rarest of the A5 Sweet Sixteen but are priced as standard 16 gauge A5s in value guides. This is the first year of standard production of the 2 ¾ inch chambered 16 gauge. Sep 28, 2023 · Wiki User. ∙ 14y ago. Best Answer. For all Sweet Sixteens from 1952 and later, the name "Sweet Sixteen" will be engraved on the left side of the receiver. Most made between 1948 - 1951 will also have the engraving, but not all. Sweets made before will not have the engraving. Sweet Sixteens were introduced as a Lightweight 16 guage gun in 1937. As with all other types of firearms in the United States, shotguns must be engraved with a serial number by the manufacturer. This serial number often provides information about th...45 posts · Joined 2010. #3 · Sep 24, 2011. Yes, "S" was the code for Sweet Sixteen from 1958-1968. The 6S code means that gun was made in 1966. I don't see a reference for S by itself... OutdoorHub Mobile, the information engine of the outdoors.Feb 4, 2018 ... Learn about dates of production, colors, barrels, and more of these fine shotguns. I misread your post. I thought that the serial number was on the left side of the action which would make it an "A
The serial number prefix 1S was assigned to the browning sweet sixteen model of the auto-5 shotgun in the year 1961,So yes you have a Browning sweet sixteen shotgun. What is the value of a Browning Sweet Sixteen shotgun serial 30021?Browning Semi-Automatic Five Shotgun (A-5) F.N. production began at serial number 1 in 1902. Prior to 1924, few serial records remain. Post 1958 manufacture dates. ... Sweet 16 : 1601: Magnum 20 Gauge : 2301: Light 20 Gauge : 1975: 151: Magnum 12 Gauge : 211: Light 12 Gauge : 221:The serial number prefix 1S was assigned to the browning sweet sixteen model of the auto-5 shotgun in the year 1961,So yes you have a Browning sweet sixteen shotgun. What is the age of a Browning Sweet Sixteen serial 62238?I am trying to find the manufacture date of a browning sweet 16 serial number VS70426 and an estimated value. The blueing is in very good condition. Thanks-The Belgium A-5 sixteen gauge 'X' series started in 1947 and ran through 1953. One easy way to distinguish the Remington 'A-5's from Browning is the location of the serial #. The Remington's have the serial number on the side of the receiver, Brownings have the serial # on the bottom. All 'X' series A-5's were manufactured in …Your Sweet 16 is from early in 1951, just before the change over from a safety front mounted in the trigger guard to a safety mounted in the rear of the trigger guard. PS I have the twin to your Sweet 16 out in my shed (holding it for a buddy who is on a deployment). It is serial number X446xx, yours is serial number X450XX, both made in …Many products you have in your home have unique serial numbers printed on them. Companies assign serial numbers to their products. If you ever have to contact a company regarding a...These serial numbers overlap the dates of the X series guns that began in 1947. The S/V book reports serial number 126175 was sold to a serviceman on September 21, 1944. Warehouse logs show serial number 126201 December 31, 1944 through serial number 128116 December 31, 1945.The serial number of a Browning firearm is usually found on the gun’s receiver, but that location depends on the model number and make of the gun. Browning maintains a database of ...United's MileagePlus program can give you a ton of value. Here are a few of the best ways to redeem your United miles. Despite a number of devaluations and rule changes over recent...Identify the year your Sweet 16 was manufactured if made from 1976 through 1992 (when production of the Sweet 16 ended). The serial number will begin with 01001, followed …No serial number distinction between the Sweet 16 and the Standard 16 gauge A5. This is the “unmarked” Browning, era of the Sweet Sixteen. These are among the rarest of the A5 Sweet Sixteen but are priced as standard 16 gauge A5s in value guides. This is the first year of standard production of the 2 ¾ inch chambered 16 gauge.Here is the information you requested about your Firearm firearm taken from www.bluebookofgunvalues.com Manufacturer/Trademark – Browning Model/configuration – Model Sweet 16 semi-automatic shotgun, 16 ga., with 26, 28, or 30 inch bbl no rib., and blue finish. Finish (Assuming original) – Serial Number – 9S-27480 mfg. circa 1959.Rudolph31 .30-06. 1930 is the correct year for the receiver. That's the easy part. Auto-5 serial numbers ran concurrently for the 12 gauge until 1957. After that Browning imports used letter prefixes to differentiate the various models. Sometime after 1957 FN also changed how they marked World Market guns.1993-1997. In 1976 Browning standardized its serial number identification which it followed until 1998. The Gold 10ga. went into production in 1993. This gun is produced in Japan and uses the following serial number configuration until 1998. 1. Serial Number. beginning with 01001. at the start of each year. 2.Select firearms are able to be ordered online and shipped to your local Cabela's! More Info. The Browning® A5® Sweet Sixteen Semi-Auto Shotgun is built on a sleek, lightweight receiver for reduced weight and improved handling. The A5 is a fast-cycling, versatile, recoil-operated shotgun. This was then followed by the serial number beginning with 1000. Example: 69G1000 = A 1969 Auto-5 Lightweight 12 ga.. shotgun with a serial number of 1000. M-standard weight G=light weight: 1976-1997: In 1976 Browning standardized its serial number identification which it followed until 1998. Anyhow, I have an A5 Sweet Sixteen that I inherited from my father 20 something years ago. I remember when he bought it, think 1959, and he sure was proud of it. I used it just the other day to sprinkle some feral dogs near our home. I have been on Browning's site trying to date this fine old shotgun, but with no success. Has 0S over …CriscoKid. 3763 posts · Joined 2010. #2 · Dec 13, 2011. [ I have a 12 ***** shotgun, supposedly a "Sweet 16." - new in the box, Serial Number 25553 B.] FWIW. 1) "Sweet 16's" are 16 gauge, and not 12 ga. 2) A Browning Auto 5 (A5) with a letter-suffixed SN is beyond my experience. IMO, it would be best if you posted some pics of the gun AND it ...No serial number distinction between the Sweet 16 and the Standard 16 gauge A5. This is the "unmarked" Browning, era of the Sweet Sixteen. These are among the rarest of the A5 Sweet Sixteen but are priced as standard 16 gauge A5s in value guides. This is the first year of standard production of the 2 ¾ inch chambered 16 gauge. …Serial Number Info. 1973-75. In 1969 Browning started using two digits for the date of manufacture which was followed by one of the following codes: H=12 ga. N=20ga. Later the code was changed to J=both gauges. This was then followed by the serial number beginning with 00001. Example: 00001H37 = A 1973 Citori 12 ga. shotgun with a serial number ...The Winchester 101 model is a shotgun that began manufacture in 1959. The gun originally was issued as a 12 gauge in 1959. Serial numbers for this model range from 50,000 to more t...I have a Browning Auto-5 16 gauge and I was curious what the year of manufacture is as well as a general estimate of value for a shotgun of its age. The serial number is on the underside and is an A with the numbers 90XX beneath the "A". My father bought it a long time ago for 75 dollars and I want to see what kind of deal he got.1. How can I find the serial number on a Browning shotgun? The serial number is typically located on the receiver or barrel of the shotgun. 2. Can I date my …Most of us are familiar with so-called “famous” serial killers, like Ted Bundy, the Zodiac Killer, the Night Stalker and the Golden State Killer. Some are so famous they have their...Description: Browning Sweet Sixteen Ducks Unlimited 1988 Banquet gun. The left side of the barrel is marked "BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN, UTAH & MONTREAL P.Q. / MADE IN JAPAN", the right side is marked "BROWNING AUTO 5 / INVECTOR SPECIAL STEEL 16 GA SHELLS-2 ¾"-26" / BROWNINGS PATENTS", the left side of the receiver …So, if you've got an Auto-5 with an A prefix to its serial number, you know you've got a 16 chambered for 2 3/4" shells. If the number appears on the side of the receiver, it's a Remington made, "American Browning" circa 1940. If the gun is made by FN and the number is higher than A-958, it's a Sweet Sixteen.Wiki User. ∙ 14y ago. Best Answer. For all Sweet Sixteens from 1952 and later, the name "Sweet Sixteen" will be engraved on the left side of the receiver. Most made between 1948 - 1951 will also have the engraving, but not all. Sweets made before will not have the engraving. Sweet Sixteens were introduced as a Lightweight 16 guage gun in 1937.The Browning Sweet Sixteen barrels are not marked as Sweet Sixteen. They have a serial number and lightened barrel ring. FN Sweet Sixteen barrels are marked with the "B" and the 70s FN version have the light band instead of the three hole drilled barrel ring.Answer: The serial number found on your gun can tell you when your gun was manufactured. To find where your serial number is located, you will need to refer to …For one thing, the 16 was a more popular bore size than the 20 during the first half of the 20th century. Another reason was that the 16-gauge A-5, which was lightened considerably in 1936 as the “Sweet Sixteen,” was a great seller for Browning. Anyone wanting a smaller gauge, lighter gun, bought the Sweet Sixteen.I am in possession of a Browning A-5 "Sweet Sixteen" made in Belgium (FN) that has a very low serial number - A773. I have looked for records online that would tell me when this gun was built and haven't found very much information on serial numbers this small. Brownings web site has provided the most info: Seller: Jerry. Area Code: 260. $5,995.00. BROWNING A5 SWEET SIXTEEN 16 GA. GI#: 102651736. Guns Listing ID: 1145212Up for sale is a Browning A5 “Sweet Sixteen” Shotgun (16 Ga. - 2 3/4”). This item has a 27.5” barrel with fixed choke (Modified) and checkered wood stocks. The blueing shows so ...Click for more info. A SWEET SIXTEEN shotgun currently has too little sold data to calculate an average price. The demand of new SWEET SIXTEEN shotgun's has not changed over the past 12 months. The demand of used SWEET SIXTEEN shotgun's has not changed over the past 12 months. ... BROWNING A5 SWEET SIXTEEN 16 GA, 2.75" CHAMBER 28" …1. How can I find the serial number on a Browning shotgun? The serial number is typically located on the receiver or barrel of the shotgun. 2. Can I date my …D. dukntz Discussion starter. 2 posts · Joined 2006. #1 · Dec 19, 2006. I just bought a Sweet 16, Belgium made with a serial number starting with S. I think it was made around 1954. It has matt rib with mod barrel, in very-good condition. The only thing I see not original is a Pachmayr recoil pad.1993-1997. In 1976 Browning standardized its serial number identification which it followed until 1998. The Gold 10ga. went into production in 1993. This gun is produced in Japan and uses the following serial number configuration until 1998. 1. Serial Number. beginning with 01001. at the start of each year. 2. Discussion starter · #335 · Oct 10, 2015. The owner of this early 16ga A5 believes it is a first year gun. Th