Browning 53 Deluxe Limited .32-20 Winchester 22″ Lever Action Rifle, 1990

SOLD FOR: $2,001.00

WOA#: WY240428KE007

Make: Browning

Model: 53 Deluxe Limited Edition, one of 5,000

Serial Number: 01141NM3F7

Year of Manufacture: 1990 (NM date code)

Caliber: .32-20 Winchester (WCF)

Action Type: Lever Action, Tube-Magazine Fed Rifle

Markings: The left of the barrel is marked “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN, UTAH & MONTREAL P.Q. / MADE IN JAPAN” and “BROWNING MODEL 53 CALIBER 32-20 WIN”. The right of the barrel is marked “BROWNING MODEL 53 CALIBER .32-20 WIN”. The top of the barrel at the rear, the top of the chamber ring, the left of the bolt and both locking lugs are each marked “NP”. The bottom-front of the receiver is marked with the serial number.

Barrel Length: 22”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a brass beaded blade dovetailed to a base fixed to the front of the barrel. The rear sight is a flat-top “U”-notch leaf and elevator sight dovetailed to the rear of the barrel.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece checkered walnut with a capped forend, capped pistol grip, straight comb and serrated steel shotgun-style buttplate. The stocks have a few scattered minor marks, most notable on the left at the comb. The checkering is well defined. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13 1/8? from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The plate has no significant wear or damage. Overall, the stocks are in Fine-Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Blue

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore, but there is a little stubborn copper fouling. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9 out of 10.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. There is no notable wear or damage, only light handling marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle is in about Excellent condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.

Our Assessment: The Browning Model 53 is a lever-action rifle that was produced by the Browning Arms Company from 1990 to 2002. It is a modern iteration of the Winchester Model 53, a classic lever-action rifle that was originally produced from 1924 to 1932. The Model 53 was chambered for the .32-20 Winchester and .25-20 Winchester cartridges. Both calibers are relatively low in recoil, making the rifle suitable for small to medium game hunting. As a tribute to the original Winchester Model 53, it holds historical significance in the realm of lever-action rifles. It reflects the enduring popularity of lever-action firearms among shooters and collectors. This example is in Excellent condition, appearing to have seen quite limited, if any use. This discontinued model is sure to make a welcome addition to any Browning or Winchester rifle collection. Please see our photos and good luck!

Please forgive any typos, I was educated in California. -Bud