Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this popular left-handed bolt-action rifle for a penny-start auction; this is the Browning A-Bolt Hunter Model II WSSM!
According to the owner, this rifle has only been fired once!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Browning
Model: A-Bolt Hunter Model II WSSM
Serial: 20471MV351
Date of Manufacture: 2005
Caliber: .243 WSSM (Winchester Super Short Magnum)
Finish: Low Luster Blue
Barrel Length: 22"
Optics/Sights: No Sights, Drilled and Tapped Receiver with Installed Leupold VX-III 6.5-20x40mm Long Range Scope
Stock/Grips: Checkered Satin Finished Walnut Stock with Straight Comb
Action: Bolt-Action Rifle (Left-Handed Action)
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Browning A-Bolt Hunter Model II chambered in Winchester Super Short Magnum (WSSM) represents an intersection of innovative cartridge design and Browning’s proven bolt-action engineering. The WSSM cartridges, introduced in the early 2000s, were designed to deliver magnum-level velocities and ballistic performance from a shorter, fatter case, thereby allowing for a more compact rifle action without sacrificing power. The A-Bolt II Hunter in WSSM calibers—such as .223 WSSM, .243 WSSM, and .25 WSSM—took full advantage of this concept by pairing Browning’s precision-machined three-lug bolt and 60-degree bolt throw with a short action specifically tailored to these unique cartridges. This configuration provided hunters with lightning-fast cycling and exceptional accuracy, aided by the rifle’s free-floating barrel and glass-bedded action. The detachable box magazine allowed shooters to quickly reload or change ammunition in the field, a feature especially useful when tailoring loads to different hunting environments. Browning’s emphasis on tight tolerances, smooth bolt operation, and consistent lockup helped the WSSM versions of the A-Bolt II achieve sub-MOA performance, making them particularly attractive to hunters seeking long-range precision in a lighter, shorter platform. In terms of appearance and handling, the A-Bolt Hunter Model II WSSM followed the same design philosophy as the standard Hunter series but incorporated minor adjustments to balance the shorter action with the longer, heavier barrels often paired with magnum cartridges. Most rifles featured high-grade walnut stocks with cut checkering for grip and aesthetics, though synthetic-stocked models were also offered for rugged field use. The satin-finished blued barrel and receiver balanced durability with classic style, while ergonomically designed stock geometry helped manage recoil from the magnum chamberings, especially in the lighter rifle profile. The introduction of WSSM chamberings gave hunters a flatter-shooting option in a handier rifle, making the A-Bolt II Hunter WSSM particularly appealing for varmint, predator, and medium-game hunting where trajectory and retained energy at distance were critical. Today, these rifles are increasingly collectible due to both the discontinuation of the WSSM line by most manufacturers and the enduring reputation of the A-Bolt II as one of Browning’s most refined bolt-action platforms. As such, the A-Bolt Hunter Model II WSSM occupies a unique niche—part performance rifle, part artifact of an ambitious cartridge experiment that remains appreciated by enthusiasts and collectors alike.
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.
Model: A-Bolt Hunter Model II WSSM
Serial: 20471MV351
Date of Manufacture: 2005
Caliber: .243 WSSM (Winchester Super Short Magnum)
Finish: Low Luster Blue
Barrel Length: 22"
Optics/Sights: No Sights, Drilled and Tapped Receiver with Installed Leupold VX-III 6.5-20x40mm Long Range Scope
Stock/Grips: Checkered Satin Finished Walnut Stock with Straight Comb
Action: Bolt-Action Rifle (Left-Handed Action)
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Browning A-Bolt Hunter Model II chambered in Winchester Super Short Magnum (WSSM) represents an intersection of innovative cartridge design and Browning’s proven bolt-action engineering. The WSSM cartridges, introduced in the early 2000s, were designed to deliver magnum-level velocities and ballistic performance from a shorter, fatter case, thereby allowing for a more compact rifle action without sacrificing power. The A-Bolt II Hunter in WSSM calibers—such as .223 WSSM, .243 WSSM, and .25 WSSM—took full advantage of this concept by pairing Browning’s precision-machined three-lug bolt and 60-degree bolt throw with a short action specifically tailored to these unique cartridges. This configuration provided hunters with lightning-fast cycling and exceptional accuracy, aided by the rifle’s free-floating barrel and glass-bedded action. The detachable box magazine allowed shooters to quickly reload or change ammunition in the field, a feature especially useful when tailoring loads to different hunting environments. Browning’s emphasis on tight tolerances, smooth bolt operation, and consistent lockup helped the WSSM versions of the A-Bolt II achieve sub-MOA performance, making them particularly attractive to hunters seeking long-range precision in a lighter, shorter platform. In terms of appearance and handling, the A-Bolt Hunter Model II WSSM followed the same design philosophy as the standard Hunter series but incorporated minor adjustments to balance the shorter action with the longer, heavier barrels often paired with magnum cartridges. Most rifles featured high-grade walnut stocks with cut checkering for grip and aesthetics, though synthetic-stocked models were also offered for rugged field use. The satin-finished blued barrel and receiver balanced durability with classic style, while ergonomically designed stock geometry helped manage recoil from the magnum chamberings, especially in the lighter rifle profile. The introduction of WSSM chamberings gave hunters a flatter-shooting option in a handier rifle, making the A-Bolt II Hunter WSSM particularly appealing for varmint, predator, and medium-game hunting where trajectory and retained energy at distance were critical. Today, these rifles are increasingly collectible due to both the discontinuation of the WSSM line by most manufacturers and the enduring reputation of the A-Bolt II as one of Browning’s most refined bolt-action platforms. As such, the A-Bolt Hunter Model II WSSM occupies a unique niche—part performance rifle, part artifact of an ambitious cartridge experiment that remains appreciated by enthusiasts and collectors alike.
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
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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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.
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