Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this LIMITED EDITION over-and-under rifle/shotgun today for a penny-start auction; this is the Browning Grade I Superposed Centennial!
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This example is part of the Complete Centennial Matching Set that is currently up for bid. Each firearm in this set is separately listed on GunBroker and will sell to the highest bidder on the same night! Please read below on how to also bid on the other serial number-matching items that make up the whole set!!!
The Browning Grade I Superposed Centennial was produced for a very short period in 1978, with only 500 units manufactured. This makes them highly desirable among firearm collectors. This firearm is part of a five-piece consecutive serial-numbered Browning Centennial set, making it even more valuable!
Don't forget to bid on the consecutive serial-numbered sisters so this set can stay together for future generations of collectors!!! Type item numbers below into the search bar or click on "sellers other items"
1046027062
1046028597
1046020406
1046020512
This example sports the serial number (#1878C-466), and the matching pairs in the other auctions bear the serial numbers (#1878A-0466), (#1878B-0466), (#1878D-0466) and (0466)!
YOU CAN FIND THE OTHER CONSECUTIVE SERIAL NUMBERED EXAMPLES LIVE ON GUNBROKER NOW BY TYPING #1046027062, #1046028597, #1046020406, and #1046020512 IN THE SEARCH BAR!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Browning
Model: Grade I Superposed Centennial
Serial: 1878C-466
Date of Manufacture: 1978
Caliber: .30-06 and 20 Gauge 3" Chambered
Finish: French Grey Receiver with Blue Barrels
Barrel Length: 24" (.30-06) and 26 1/2" (20ga with Full & Modified Choke Bore)
Optics/Sights: Dovetail Blade with Bead Front and Adjustable Folding Leaf Rear (24" .30-06 barrel) and Silver Bead Front (26.5" 20ga barrel)
Stock/Grips: Straight Grip Special Oil Finished Walnut Stock and Forearm with Schnabel Tip
Action: Over and Under
Markings: Standard / The left side of the receiver is engraved with a game scene showing an elk next to a river surrounded by floral scroll engraving. The right side is engraved with a game scene showing a gold inlaid quail in flight over a grassy field with trees in the background surrounded by floral scroll engraving. Floor plate and trigger guard engraved in the Centennial pattern featuring John Browning in profile and dates 1878 & 1978. Each barrel is serialized to match the frame.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Centennial Superposed Continental is a unique blend of technology and art, and a fitting tribute to this Centennial Anniversary. It is an example of John M. Browning's complete dominance of form over function. Each of the 500 Centennial Superposed Continental ensembles bears its appropriate serial number 1878C-1 through 1878C-500, which is located beneath the top lever. To protect this unique possession, vintage Browning American's Finest Sports Equipment leather case with brass hardware and three locks is provided with the Continental ensemble. From the breathtaking engraving flawlessly executed by the premier engravers at Browning's Fabrique National engraving facility to the select high-grade American walnut stock with a traditional hand-rubbed oil finish, the Centennial Superposed Continental is one of those rare, uncommon possessions that assures timeless value!
Contents:
This example is simply in IMMACULATE condition, showing no evidence of consumer use or handing! It will be shipped along with the original vintage Browning American's Finest Sports Equipment leather case with brass hardware and three locks. You will also receive the keys, the manual, and two serial matching interchangeable barrels in .30-06 and 20ga 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.
Model: Grade I Superposed Centennial
Serial: 1878C-466
Date of Manufacture: 1978
Caliber: .30-06 and 20 Gauge 3" Chambered
Finish: French Grey Receiver with Blue Barrels
Barrel Length: 24" (.30-06) and 26 1/2" (20ga with Full & Modified Choke Bore)
Optics/Sights: Dovetail Blade with Bead Front and Adjustable Folding Leaf Rear (24" .30-06 barrel) and Silver Bead Front (26.5" 20ga barrel)
Stock/Grips: Straight Grip Special Oil Finished Walnut Stock and Forearm with Schnabel Tip
Action: Over and Under
Markings: Standard / The left side of the receiver is engraved with a game scene showing an elk next to a river surrounded by floral scroll engraving. The right side is engraved with a game scene showing a gold inlaid quail in flight over a grassy field with trees in the background surrounded by floral scroll engraving. Floor plate and trigger guard engraved in the Centennial pattern featuring John Browning in profile and dates 1878 & 1978. Each barrel is serialized to match the frame.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
In 1878, John M. Browning invented his first single-shot rifle, which started his journey to become the "greatest firearms inventor the world has ever known." This year marks the centennial anniversary of his achievement. To honor this event, Browning created a limited edition of 500 Centennial Superposed Continental sets. This unique set comprises both an over-under shotgun and an over-under rifle. The set includes two interchangeable and balanced sets of barrels that are fitted to a specially constructed 20-gauge Superposed frame. One set of barrels is for the 20-gauge shotgun with 3-inch chambers, and the other set is for the rifle barrels chambered for 30-06 Springfield. It is especially fitting that this Centennial edition is based on John Browning's last invention - the Superposed shotgun. The Superposed is an example of Browning's genius that transcended purely mechanical considerations and entered the realm of aesthetic design. Few other sporting arms have achieved the economy of proportion and complete harmony of components as the Superposed. This is one reason why the Superposed is one of the most favored "canvases" of master gun engravers.
The Centennial Superposed Continental is a unique blend of technology and art, and a fitting tribute to this Centennial Anniversary. It is an example of John M. Browning's complete dominance of form over function. Each of the 500 Centennial Superposed Continental ensembles bears its appropriate serial number 1878C-1 through 1878C-500, which is located beneath the top lever. To protect this unique possession, vintage Browning American's Finest Sports Equipment leather case with brass hardware and three locks is provided with the Continental ensemble. From the breathtaking engraving flawlessly executed by the premier engravers at Browning's Fabrique National engraving facility to the select high-grade American walnut stock with a traditional hand-rubbed oil finish, the Centennial Superposed Continental is one of those rare, uncommon possessions that assures timeless value!
Contents:
This example is simply in IMMACULATE condition, showing no evidence of consumer use or handing! It will be shipped along with the original vintage Browning American's Finest Sports Equipment leather case with brass hardware and three locks. You will also receive the keys, the manual, and two serial matching interchangeable barrels in .30-06 and 20ga 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.
Shipping Details
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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.
Additional Details
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