Browning Sporting Arms of Distinction: 1903-1992 (Hardcover)

by Matt Eastman (Author)

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Product Description
Considered to be THE reference on the Browning Arms Company, this book contains John Browning's inventions, serial numbers, proof marks, and engravings. In addition, all models of the famous Browning line of fine guns are covered. The history of the Browning family, the inventions, and Browning's association with Colt, Winchester, Savage, and others rounds out this fascinating book. Illustrated with hundreds of pictures and charts.

From the Publisher
Generally considered to be THE book on Browning firearms. Eastman's account contains John Browning's inventions, serial numbers, proof marks, and engravings. In addition, all models of the famous Browning line of fine guns are covered, including over-and-under shotguns, semi-automatic shotguns & rifles, double-barreled shotguns, pump shotguns, single-barreled shotguns, lever actions, bolt actions, .22 rimfire rifles, center-fire and .22 pistols, special edition and collector's models, and much, much more. Finally, the history of the Browning family, the inventions, the company, and Browning's association with Colt, Winchester, Savage, and others is detailed in this all-inclusive book, which is profusely illustrated with hundreds of pictures and charts.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 428 pages
• Publisher: Safari Press (January 25, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1571571140
• ISBN-13: 978-1571571144
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.6 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #395,236 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Anything you want to know about Browning, April 2, 1999

By	[e-mail] "canvasb839" (Atlanta, GA) - See all my reviews

I have been collecting Browning guns for a few years. I have tried to find out as much as I can about each gun I acquire. Not until I got this book did I get the real history behind each gun. This book is a great guide on finding out all there is to know about Browning guns and Browning history. I don't know how I got this far without this book. It even contains old orginal adds and instructions books! The book covers every possible detail. If you are a Browning fan this book is a must.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Browning Resource, February 10, 2000

By	Steven Crummy (Alpine, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This book is a must not only for the longtime Browning collector but the novice buyer as well. It contains detailed explanations of all different Browing firearms, including the models and grades of each type. In addition there is also a good bit of information on Browning's history, proof marks and seriel numbers just to name a few of the catagories this book touches on. I have found it an excellent resource.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Browning Sporting Arms of Distinction: 1903-1992, June 26, 2006

By	James T. Straw - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Excellent. Owner's of Browning FN Bolt Action Rifles made in Belgium in the 1960-1970s will find this book very informative. It contains information that even few Browning personnel know about.