The ONLY auto I can’t love!

Published on September 7, 2023
Duration: 18:17

This review of the Browning Auto-5 highlights its iconic status and unique long recoil action designed by John Moses Browning. While acknowledging its robust Belgian FN construction and innovative auto-cartridge pickup, the speaker finds its ergonomics and harsh recoil personally uncomfortable. The video details the gun's mechanical complexity, including friction ring tuning for different loads, and its historical significance as a classic American shotgun.

Quick Summary

The Browning Auto-5 utilizes a unique 'auto-cartridge pickup' system for quick loading and a complex long recoil mechanism where the barrel and bolt move together. While iconic and robustly built in Belgium by FN, its ergonomics and recoil can be challenging for some shooters.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Browning Auto-5 Classic
  2. 01:12Auto-Cartridge Pickup Feature Demo
  3. 02:08History & Long Recoil Design
  4. 03:27Build Quality & FN Manufacturing
  5. 07:12Technical: Long Recoil Operation
  6. 11:10Internal Components & Tuning
  7. 15:21Ergonomics & Final Verdict

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Browning Auto-5's loading system unique?

The Browning Auto-5 features an 'auto-cartridge pickup' system. If the bolt is locked back, inserting a shell into the magazine tube automatically chambers it, unlike many semi-automatics that require manual button presses.

How does the Browning Auto-5's long recoil system work?

The long recoil system involves the barrel and bolt moving backward together after firing. This action unlocks the breech, ejects the spent casing, and then the bolt moves forward to chamber a new round.

Where were most Browning Auto-5 shotguns manufactured?

Despite being considered an American classic, the majority of Browning Auto-5 shotguns were manufactured by FN (Fabrique Nationale) in Belgium. They are known for their robust steel construction and walnut furniture.

Can the Browning Auto-5 be tuned for different loads?

Yes, the Auto-5's long recoil system includes friction rings that can be rearranged. This allows users to tune the shotgun's cycling performance for varying ammunition weights, from light target loads to heavier hunting shells.

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