Browning/Miroku BLR Lightweight Stainless 6.5 Creedmoor 20” MFD 2021
SOLD FOR: $1,275.00
LSB#: LSB250804MF072
Make: Browning
Model: BLR Lightweight Stainless
Serial Number: BRJP02322YZ341
Year of Manufacture: 2021 (YZ Date Code)
Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor
Action Type: Lever Action, fed by Detachable Magazines
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN, UT – MADE IN JAPAN/MIROKU”, with an “NP” proof mark at the chamber. The right side of the chamber is marked “STAINLESS STEEL BLR LT WT CALIBER 6.5 CREEDMOOR ONLY”. The right side of the receiver is marked with the serial number. The bottom of the trigger guard is marked with the Browning Buck Mark.
Barrel Length: 20”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a brass beaded blade, dovetailed to a ramp, screwed to the barrel. The rear sight is an adjustable square-notch sight, screwed to the barrel. The receiver is mounted with a Redfield Illuminator 3-12×50 scope with a heavy duplex reticle. The glass in the scope is clear. The scope shows light wear, with only a few minor dings in the scope’s finish. Overall, the scope rates in Very Good condition. The scope is mounted on a one-piece picatinny rail.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are a two-piece Grade 1, gloss finished, checkered walnut with a semi-pistol grip, fluted straight comb, black rubber buttpad, a checkered forend with a schnabel tip, and sling studs front and rear. The LOP measures 13 3/4″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The stocks show light wear, with a few scattered dings and scratches throughout. The checkering remains sharp, although there is one scratch in the checkering on the right side of the wrist. The gloss finish on the stocks is strong throughout. The stocks fit the frame tightly, with no play. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the stocks rate in Fine condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: 1x 4rd factory magazine, in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Matte Nickel (Receiver), Stainless (Barrel).
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore, but there is some dust in the bore from storage. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its original metal finish. The balance of the finish shows minor wear, with only a few minor imperfections on the metal surfaces. The markings are clear and legible. The screw heads are sharp. Overall, this rifle rates in Fine to Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly, as does the half-cock safety. 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: This rifle comes with the magazine and the scope as mentioned above.
Our Assessment: The Browning/Miroku BLR Lightweight Stainless in 6.5 Creedmoor is a modern, well-executed take on the classic lever-action concept — blending fast handling and compact ergonomics with the flexibility of a detachable box magazine and a receiver capable of handling high-performance modern cartridges. Built in Japan to Browning’s specifications, the BLR Lightweight Stainless is a terrific choice for hunters who want quick-pointing lever action feel, without giving up the ballistics and long-range capability of 6.5 Creedmoor.
Chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor — a contemporary, highly efficient cartridge prized for excellent ballistic performance, moderate recoil and wide ammunition availability — this BLR is set up as a practical hunting/precision platform. The 20? barrel and light-weight configuration make it especially handy for brush, mountain, or spot-and-stalk work where quick handling matters. The included Redfield Illuminator 3–12×50 on a one-piece picatinny rail provides a capable, low- to mid-power hunting/precision optic and the factory 4-round magazine preserves the BLR’s practical, field-ready layout.
Cosmetically and mechanically the rifle checks very well. The action cycles and the half-cock safety functions as intended. The bore is bright with sharp rifling (10/10), and the metal retains about 98% of its factory finish with only minor handling marks. The Grade-1 gloss walnut furniture presents in Fine condition with tight fit to the action and sharp checkering; the supplied magazine is excellent and the Redfield scope rates Very Good with only light finish wear. Overall this BLR is a fine-to-excellent example of the model and is essentially turn-key for hunting as configured. Please check out our high quality photos, and good luck on your bids! – J.D.
