Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this desirable semi-automatic shotgun today for a penny-start auction; this is the Browning A5 Light Twelve.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Browning
Model: A5 "Light Twelve"
Serial: G10695
Date of Manufacture: 1956 (First Year for "G" Prefix)
Caliber: 12 Gauge - 2 3/4" Chamber
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 28" & 26" (Ventilated Ribbed / Solid Rib)
Optics/Sights: Front Fixed Bead
Stock/Grips: Glossy Walnut Smooth "Round Knob" Stock w/ Checkered Pistol Grip and Forearm
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Browning Automatic 5, commonly referred to as Auto-5 or A-5, is a recoil-operated semi-automatic shotgun that was designed by John Browning. It was the first successful semi-automatic shotgun and was in production until 1998. The Light Weight 12 gauge was added to the line in 1946. The Light Weight 12 is essentially a lighter version of the Standard Weight Gun, with weight being removed from the barrel ring by drilling three holes, the rib on vent rib barrels being narrower, the receiver having additional milling, and the buttstock having more wood removed. Early Light Weight 12s and Sweet Sixteens had gold-plated triggers and safeties (until 1951), but there is no visible feature that distinguishes them from their Standardweight cousins. From 1948-1949, the left sides of the receivers for the Light Weight models were engraved with the name “Sweet Sixteen” or “Light Twelve.”
Contents:
Model: A5 "Light Twelve"
Serial: G10695
Date of Manufacture: 1956 (First Year for "G" Prefix)
Caliber: 12 Gauge - 2 3/4" Chamber
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 28" & 26" (Ventilated Ribbed / Solid Rib)
Optics/Sights: Front Fixed Bead
Stock/Grips: Glossy Walnut Smooth "Round Knob" Stock w/ Checkered Pistol Grip and Forearm
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Browning Automatic 5, commonly referred to as Auto-5 or A-5, is a recoil-operated semi-automatic shotgun that was designed by John Browning. It was the first successful semi-automatic shotgun and was in production until 1998. The Light Weight 12 gauge was added to the line in 1946. The Light Weight 12 is essentially a lighter version of the Standard Weight Gun, with weight being removed from the barrel ring by drilling three holes, the rib on vent rib barrels being narrower, the receiver having additional milling, and the buttstock having more wood removed. Early Light Weight 12s and Sweet Sixteens had gold-plated triggers and safeties (until 1951), but there is no visible feature that distinguishes them from their Standardweight cousins. From 1948-1949, the left sides of the receivers for the Light Weight models were engraved with the name “Sweet Sixteen” or “Light Twelve.”
Contents:
This example will ship with the Browning case and extra barrel as pictured above.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
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Payment Details
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1194530689 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-08-16 22:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
430 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-08-16 18:02:38 |
