Browning Auto-5 Light Twelve
1972 Belgian Browning Auto-5 A5 Light Twelve 12 GA 28" Vent Rib MOD w/ Box
Sold For:
$3,125.00
Circa:
1972
Caliber:
12 Gauge
Atlas Collectible Firearms is profoundly honored to present a pristine, investment-grade piece of Belgian shotgun history: an original 1972-manufactured Browning Auto-5 Light Twelve semi-automatic shotgun chambered in 12 Gauge for 2.75-inch shells. Masterfully produced in Belgium by Fabrique Nationale, this C&R-eligible long-reoil classic features a 28-inch ventilated rib barrel fitted with a fixed Modified choke and a silver bead front sight. Displaying intricate factory scroll engraving across the receiver along with "Light Twelve" script and a rich factory blued finish, this shotgun carries serial number 72G24262 sharply stamped on the receiver floor. Representing the final golden era of Belgian Auto-5 craftsmanship, this iconic shotgun is a premier acquisition for advanced Browning collectors.
Outfitted with its high-gloss, factory-checkered select walnut stock and forend, this Auto-5 features a gold-plated trigger, a 14-inch length of pull, and an overall length of 45.25 inches. The shotgun comes housed in its original factory gold-and-black Browning box featuring a matched end label identifying serial number 72G24262, Gauge 12, Light 12, 28-inch barrel length, Modified choke, and Vent Rib configuration.
The overall condition of this Belgian Light Twelve remains in very high-grade collector order, exhibiting full original bluing with exceptional depth across the receiver and barrel. The glossy checkered walnut furniture is in virtually new condition, showing only a few minor dings from careful storage without any cracks or chips. Mechanically, the long-recoil action functions with smooth visual and operational perfection, offering a strong cycle spring and solid lockup, while the 28-inch Special Steel barrel preserves a mirror-bright, pristine bore completely free of pitting or wear.