FN – Browning Model B-80 26” 12 Gauge 2 3/4″ Chamber Semi-auto Shotgun 1986
SOLD FOR: $1,605.00
LSB#: LSB250825JP007
Make: Fabrique Nationale for Browning Arms, Assembled in Portugal
Model: B-80
Serial Number: 421PT18304
Year of Manufacture: 1986 (“PT” barrel code)
Gauge: 12 Gauge, 2 3/4” Chamber
Action Type: Long Recoil Semi Automatic Shotgun fed by Tubular Magazine, 4+1
Markings: This shotgun has “Browning B-80” with the Browning logo and serial number on the left side of the receiver, there is a Browning logo on the underside of the trigger guard. The barrel is rollmarked with “Special Steel 12GA Shells 2 ¾” Invector” and “Patent-PB Italy-3420140” on the right side, and “Browning Arms Company, Morgan UT & Montreal P.Q. Made IN Portugal By FN Herstal” on the left.
Barrel Length: 22”
Choke: Threaded for Invector Chokes, Improved Cylinder installed.
Sights / Optics: This shotgun is mounted with a silver-colored bead on a barrel rib. The top of the barrel and receiver are serrated/checkered for glare reduction.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are a two-piece checkered walnut set with a straight stock, black soft rubber White Line buttpad, and finger grooves running the length of the forend. The stocks have a few scratches and compression marks throughout. There are no chips or cracks or areas of finish loss. The checkering is sharp. The LOP measures 14.5″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. Overall, the stocks are in Fine condition.
Type of Finish: Blue with nickel bolt/lifter.
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and there is no erosion. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates a 10/10.
Overall Condition: This shotgun retains nearly all of its metal finish. There are just a few tiny scratches on the receiver and barrel exterior. The pins are unmarred. The markings are clear. Overall, this shotgun is in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this shotgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This shotgun comes with its included choke as mentioned above.
Our Assessment: In the late 1970s, the Browning 2000 gas-operated semi-auto shotgun was not selling well. FN had purchased a large share of Beretta in 1972, and sought collaboration between its Beretta and Browning divisions. The result was the Browning B-80, made with Italian parts and at least partly with a Beretta design. It has parts in common with the successful Beretta 302 and Browning Styling. It was assembled at Browning’s Portugal factory from 1981-1988.
This particular B-80 was made in 1986, the second year it was offered with accu-choke threaded barrels. It comes with the lighter alloy receiver, holds three in the magazine, and reportedly handles recoil well. It is in excellent condition and would, with a few more Accu-chokes (not included) be ready to tackle any shotgunning task with European style. Please see our photos. -C.B.
