Browning SA-22 Grade 6 Takedown .22 LR 19.25” Semi-Auto Rimfire, MFD 1989
SOLD FOR: $1,830.00
LSB#: LSB251102TW010
Make: Browning, Made in Japan / Miroku
Model: SA-22
Serial Number: 08076PN646
Year of Manufacture: 1989
Caliber: 22 Long Rifle
Action Type: Semi-Auto, Rimfire, Bottom Eject, Tubular magazine fed located in buttstock.
Barrel Length: 19.25”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed into the barrel, the rear sight is a flip up “U” notch leaf dovetailed to the barrel. The top of the barrel is drilled and tapped for sights.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two piece checkered and polished walnut with serrated buttplate, semi-pistol grip, fluted straight comb, and checkered forend. There is a small lever at the bottom front of the receiver to takedown the rifle. The LOP measures 13.75″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock shows little to no wear. There are a couple of light scratches and compression marks. The checkering is sharp, and the stocks fit the frame with no play. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the stocks rate in about Fine condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. There is light fouling near the chamber. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its original metal finish. The balance of the finish shows little to no handling wear. There are light scratches on the barrel and receiver. The bluing is still deep and dark. The factory engraving on the receiver and trigger guard is still well defined, and vivid. The markings are clear and legible. The screw heads are sharp. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly, as does the cross-bolt safety. The trigger has a crisp and clean break. We did not fire this rifle, but we did perform a mechanic’s check. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: The Browning SA-22 is one of the longest-running semi-automatic rimfire designs in continuous production, originally introduced in the early 20th century and distinguished by its bottom-eject action and takedown configuration. This Grade 6 example reflects Browning’s higher-grade offerings, incorporating factory engraving and elevated wood selection while retaining the proven mechanical layout. Manufactured in 1989 by Miroku in Japan, the rifle represents Browning’s late 20th century production era, known for consistent machining quality and refined fit and finish. The SA-22’s compact profile and tubular magazine housed in the buttstock remain defining features of the model.
This rifle is configured with a 19.25 inch barrel, beaded front sight, flip-up U-notch rear sight, and original blued finish, paired with checkered and polished walnut stocks featuring a semi-pistol grip and straight comb. Approximately 98 percent of the original metal finish remains, with only light scratches and minimal handling wear, and the bluing remains deep and even with factory engraving still crisp and well defined. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and no erosion, showing light fouling near the chamber and rating 9 out of 10, while the stocks show only minor marks with sharp checkering and no structural issues, overall rating Fine. The action functions correctly and no accessories accompany the rifle. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids! -N.P