Rare Browning Model 53 Deluxe Limited edition Lever Action RifleMake: Browning
Model: 53 Deluxe Limited edition, one of 5,000
Serial Number: 02081NM3F7
Year of Manufacture: 1990 (NM date code)
Caliber: .32-20 Winchester (WCF)
Action Type: Lever Action, Tube-Magazine Fed Rifle
Markings: The left of the barrel is marked "BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN, UTAH & MONTREAL P.Q. / MADE IN JAPAN" and "BROWNING MODEL 53 CALIBER 32-20 WIN". The right of the barrel is marked "BROWNING MODEL 53 CALIBER .32-20 WIN". The top of the barrel at the rear, the top of the chamber ring, the left of the bolt and both locking lugs are each marked "NP". The bottom-front of the receiver is marked with the serial number.
Barrel Length: 22"
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed to a base fixed to the front of the barrel. The rear sight is a flat-top "U"-notch leaf and elevator sight dovetailed to the rear of the barrel.Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece checkered walnut with capped forend, capped pistol grip, straight comb and serrated steel buttplate. There are only minor dings and marks. The LOP measures 13 1/8" from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The plate has minor wear at the toe with well defined serrations. Overall, the stocks are in about Fine condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The action shows light operational wear, including on the barrel from the rear sight elevator. Otherwise, there are only light handling marks. the screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle is in about excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
CA LEGALITY: CA DEALER Transferable: YES, CA PPT: YES.
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