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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Browning Auto-5—commonly known as the A-5—is a landmark in firearms history and the first truly successful semi-automatic shotgun. Designed by the legendary John Browning and introduced in 1905, it revolutionized shotgun design and set the benchmark for autoloading performance for nearly a century, remaining in production until 1998. Its instantly recognizable “humpback” receiver not only gave it a distinct profile but also served a practical …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: Mention the name “John Moses Browning” to knowledgeable American gun owners, and their usual reaction is profound respect and great appreciation. This is for good reason: though he died over 90 years ago, John Browning either created or influenced the design of many of the most iconic pistols, lever-action rifles, semi-automatic shotguns, and machine guns in use today. Despite his considerable fame and recognition, there is anoth …