FN Browning High Power Safari Grade .30-06 22.5″ Bolt Action Rifle 1964 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,277
WOA#: WY231122CB055
Make: Browning (Made by FN in Belgium)
Model: FN High-Power Safari Grade
Serial Number: 4L25583
Year of Manufacture: 1964 C&R
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Action Type: Bolt Action with Hinged Magazine
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY”. The left side of the barrel shank is marked with a “* / D” inspector’s mark, and “crown / R”, “lion / P.V.”, and “E / LG / *” in bomb proof marks. The left side of the chamber ring has a “Lion over PV” proof, another liege proof, and a “* / D” inspector’s mark. The right side of the shank is marked “4L25583”. The right side of the barrel is marked “CALIBER .30-06 ONLY / MADE IN BELGIUM”. The underside of the bolt handle is marked “25583” and the top of the bolt handle is marked with a “Lion over PV” proof. The magazine floorplate and trigger guard have gold colored engraving.
Barrel Length: 22.50”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade which is dovetailed into a serrated ramp base that is fixed to the barrel. The base is slotted with its attached hood. The rear sight is a flip-up U-notch leaf that is fine adjustable for elevation and dovetailed to a raised base. The top of the receiver has two sets of drilled and tapped holes for mounting an optic (not included).
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a one piece checkered walnut with a Monte Carlo comb with cheekpiece, semi-pistol grip, thru-bolt, sling swivels, and a Browning black hard rubber buttplate. There are some scattered compression marks and scratches throughout. The checkering is sharp with only some mild handling wear on the peaks. The LOP measures 13.5” from the front of the trigger to the back of the plate. There are some small nicks on the plate. The stock rates in about Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is some faint erosion on the lands.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 92% of its metal finish. The sides of the front sight and muzzle show finish loss. There is some erosion on the bolt handle. The screw heads are sharp to lightly tool marked and the markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: The High-Power was offered in three grades, including Safari, Medallion and Olympian. In spite of the Safari being the base rifle, it was a beauty with select walnut stock wood and hand-cut checkering. The trigger guard and floorplate were lightly engraved and highlighted with gold. This was a beautiful rifle when it was made about 60 years ago, and is still a beautiful rifle to this day. In addition to its good looks, it has a strong FN Mauser style action. With its 30-06 chambering, it is the perfect rifle for deer hunting. Please see our photos and good luck! – L.S.
