Browning
Browning - built on John M. Browning's genius - is famed for the Auto-5 shotgun, the Superposed over-under, and the Hi-Power pistol, many made in Belgium by FN. Austin Auction Gallery sells and appraises Browning firearms.
What it's worth
Most Brownings bring several hundred to a couple thousand dollars, while Belgian Superposed grades, early Hi-Powers, and finely engraved examples reach the thousands to tens of thousands. Origin, grade, condition, and originality drive value.
Our sold results
Auction results for Browning
#25 OF 100 ENGRAVED SWEET SIXTEEN SHOTGUN$5,500Jan 2022
SUPERPOSED PIGEON GRADE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN$5,000Jan 2022
AUTO-5 DUCKS UNLIMITED ENGRAVED 20GA.$3,000Jan 2022Showing 17 results
Auction Results
| Lot | Sold | Price realized |
|---|---|---|
| BROWNING CITORI 0/U 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN & CASE, EXCELLENT | Jul 2026 | $1,800 |
| BROWNING AUTO-5 SHOTGUN, 12 GUAGE | Mar 2026 | $500 |
| BROWNING HI-POWER MK1, 9MM PISTOL, INGLIS | Feb 2025 | $650 |
| BROWNING STAINLESS STEEL .338 WIN MAG ONLY RIFLE | Jan 2025 | $650 |
| BROWNING AUTO 5 BELGIUM 16GA SHOTGUN | Jan 2025 | $550 |
| BROWNING 20GA SPECIAL CLAYS SHOTGUN, ADJ STOCK | Oct 2024 | $1,700 |
| BROWNING O/U 20GA WHITE LIGHTNING SHOTGUN | Oct 2024 | $1,500 |
| BROWNING O/U SPORTING CLAYS 12GA, ADJ STOCK | Oct 2024 | $1,200 |
| BROWNING O/U LIGHTNING SPORTING CLAYS 12 SHOTGUN | Oct 2024 | $750 |
| BROWNING BELGIUM LIGHTNING O/U 20 GAUGE | Jul 2024 | $1,200 |
| BROWNING GOLD PLUS 12GA AUTO LOAD SHOTGUN | Jul 2024 | $700 |
| BROWNING, BELGIUM AUTO-5 12GA SHOTGUN | Jul 2024 | $550 |
| BROWNING SA-22 BELGIUM MADE TAKE DOWN RIFLE | Mar 2024 | $500 |
| BROWNING CITORI 20 GAUGE SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN | Jan 2024 | $1,200 |
| BROWNING CITORI 12 GAUGE SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN | Jan 2024 | $1,000 |
| BROWNING SA-22 RIFLE, BROWNING CASE, EXCELLENT | Jan 2024 | $800 |
| BROWNING CITORI OVER UNDER 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN | Jun 2022 | $2,250 |
Overview & history
The Browning Arms Company traces to John Moses Browning, the most influential firearms designer in history. Its classics - the Auto-5 'Humpback' shotgun, the Superposed and Citori over-unders, and the Hi-Power pistol - were largely manufactured by FN in Belgium, and Belgian-made examples are especially prized. Value depends on where and when a gun was made, the grade and engraving, gauge, condition, and originality, with high-grade Superposed shotguns and early Hi-Powers bringing the most.
Frequently asked
What is my Browning worth?
Most Brownings bring several hundred to a couple thousand dollars, while Belgian Superposed grades, early Hi-Powers, and finely engraved examples reach the thousands to tens of thousands. Origin, grade, condition, and originality drive value. Send photos for a free appraisal.
How do I identify and date my Browning?
Check the maker and proof markings (Belgian FN proofs add value), the serial and date code, gauge or caliber, and grade markings. Belgian manufacture, higher grades, and original condition strongly affect value.
How do I sell my Browning?
Austin Auction Gallery sells collectible firearms and offers free, no-obligation appraisals, handling all transfer requirements. Contact us to consign your Browning.
What could your Browning bring at auction?
Our specialists provide free, no-obligation auction estimates. Send a few photos and we'll tell you what it could bring.