Browning Auto 5

[pistolpete524]

A friend of mine has a Browning A5 and is curious about its age/value. I've been unable to find out much info about it. The serial number is:

1R
78XXX

Any information would be greatly appreciated. He says it's a Sweet Sixteen.

 

[Clevinger]

Like all used things it depends on the condition.

I'd say, looking at Gun Broker, it could go for $500-1100, for good to excellent condition.

 

[Slugo]

+1

 

[jaguarxk120]

The 1R prefix is from a 1961 standard model 16 gauge.

If the gun is a Sweet Sixteen it will have a gold plated trigger.

 

[Scorch]

More importantly, if the gun is a Sweet Sixteen, it will say so on the receiver.