I just picked up a 1953 FN Browning A-5 in very good condition and I was wondering about the value of the gun? I paid $100 for it, which I knew was a good deal just not sure how much of one.
Any thing unique I should know about this shotgun before I start shooting it?
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Yeah.. Remove the cap, fore-end and barrel. Check the friction piece, spring and rings.. Ensure they're in good condition and the gaps on the friction piece/spring are NOT aligned.. Clean the magazine tube and lightly lube with machine oil before reassembly.. After it's back together, check the receiver face and barrel extention.. They should be mated. If the extension protrudes from the receiver face, you most likely will get misfires until corrected.. A suitably sized O-ring placed between the fore-end wood and the barrel shroud will bring it back into place..
Have fun.. Ya did good..