Browning's New A5 Shotgun with 3 1/2" Chamber: Guns & Gear|S5

Published on November 19, 2013
Duration: 3:33

Browning has released a new A5 shotgun featuring a 3 1/2 inch chamber, addressing customer demand for increased power, particularly for waterfowl and turkey hunting. This modern iteration retains the iconic humpback design but utilizes an inertia-driven operating system for reliable cycling of all loads without adjustment. Key features include an enhanced speedload system, Inflex recoil pad, reversible safeties, and the Invector-DS choke tube system.

Quick Summary

Browning has released a new A5 shotgun featuring a 3 1/2 inch chamber, addressing demand for increased power for waterfowl and turkey hunting. It retains the iconic humpback design but uses a modern inertia-driven system that handles all loads without adjustment. Key features include speedload, Inflex recoil pad, and Invector-DS chokes.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction: New Browning A5 3 1/2" Chamber
  2. 00:12Customer Feedback Drives A5 3 1/2" Release
  3. 00:37A5 Design: Modern Inertia vs. Classic Humpback
  4. 01:11Key Features: Speedload, Inflex Pad, Invector-DS
  5. 01:53Handling and Weight of the A5
  6. 02:05Field Testing and Shooting Technique
  7. 03:15Performance Confirmation and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is new about the Browning A5 shotgun?

The Browning A5 is now available with a 3 1/2 inch chamber, a direct response to customer requests for more power, especially for waterfowl and turkey hunting. It retains the iconic humpback design but features a modern inertia-driven operating system.

What are the key features of the Browning A5 with a 3 1/2 inch chamber?

Key features include the speedload system for faster loading, an Inflex recoil pad for comfort, reversible safeties, and the Invector-DS choke tube system for a sleeker barrel profile. Its inertia-driven action handles all loads without adjustment.

Is the Browning A5 with a 3 1/2 inch chamber heavy?

Despite being a 12 gauge shotgun with a 3 1/2 inch chamber, the Browning A5 is noted for being surprisingly light and easy to handle, making it a comfortable option for extended use in the field.

What makes the Browning A5's operating system unique?

The Browning A5 uses a modern inertia-driven operating system, unlike the older long recoil system of the original Auto 5. This system allows it to reliably cycle all types of loads without requiring any manual adjustments.

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