Featured in this lot we have a Belgian manufactured Browning model Auto 5 semi-automatic shotgun with a scope and chambered in 12 gauge. The shotgun was designed by the renowned John Browning, and produced in 1948. The Auto-5 was the first successful semi-automatic shotgun design, and ran almost interrupted between 1905 and 1998. John Browning considered the design for the A5 "his best achievement", when presented to Winchester however, they refused his terms. Next Browning went to Remington with the design, but when Browning was waiting on presenting the design, the president passed of a heart attack. It was at that point Browning looked over-seas, and came to agreement with FN. The shotgun is long-recoil operated, and holds four shells in the magazine tube, and one in the chamber. The shotgun is marked in numerous places. The shotgun displays a 28 1/2" long round barrel with adjustable choke at the end of the barrel, walnut stock, and blue'd finish across the metal. The barrel is marked with numerous Belgian proof marks and "SPECIAL STEEL - 12 GAUGE - SHELLS 2 3/4" on the left and "MADE IN BELGIUM" on the right. The shotgun's reciever is marked across the left side "BROWNING ARMS COMPANY ST LOUIS MO BROWNING TRADE MARK" with floral etched designs across both sides. The receiver shows a mounting rail on top with an attached Bushnell sportview scope. It shows good condition overall with some light use wear and some old adhesive wear. The shotgun weighs 9lbs 2oz. Serial Number: 220478. This firearm qualifies as a Curio & Relic firearm, and requires FFL Transfer or NICS Background Check.