Offered here is a remarkable factory-engraved Browning Superposed, serial number 81215S7, built in 1967 and hand-engraved at Fabrique Nationale’s Liège studio.
This example is signed by master engraver Marcel Gillis, whose work is recognized among the elite craftsmen of Browning’s golden era. The receiver features game-scene vignettes framed by fine scroll, all executed in the traditional FN style and signed “Marcel” beneath the scene.
• Gauge/Chamber: 12 gauge, 2 ¾”
• Barrels: Two factory 30″ vent-rib sets
• – Set 1: Fixed Full/Full
• – Set 2: Fixed Improved Modified/Full
• Ribs & Beads: Ventilated ribs, brass mid-rib bead, white front bead
• Trigger: Single selective trigger, ejectors
• Stock: Round knob, long tang, highly figured walnut with factory checkering
• Dimensions: LOP 15″, Drop Heel 2½”, Drop Comb 1¾”, Cast-off 1/8″
• Engraving: Factory FN game-scene and scroll engraving, signed “Marcel Gillis”
Excellent overall; barrels ring true, bores bright, engraving sharp, wood and checkering crisp. Appears very lightly fired and carefully preserved.
– Factory FN engraved and signed at Liège — not aftermarket.
– 1967 production (S7 code).
– Includes two factory 30″ vent-rib barrel sets.
Shotgun Gauge: 12 Gauge
Manufacturer: Browning
Model: Superposed
Serial Number: 81215 S7 B2
Barrel Length: 30
Bore Info: Excellent
Chambers: 2 3/4
Condition: Excellent
Metal Condition: Excellent
Wood Condition: Excellent
Bore Condition: Excellent
Barrel Type: O/U
Triggers: Single
Stock Comb: 1 3/4
Stock Heel: 2 1/2
Stock Cast: 1/8″ OFF
LOP: 15
Rib: Ventilated ribs
Weight: 7.11oz
Sights: Brass mid-rib bead, white front bead
Manufacture Date: 1967
Chokes: Set 1: Fixed Full/Full • – Set 2: Fixed Improved Modified/Full
Item Location: Michigan
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