Browning Superposed

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Technical Specifications

Type Shotgun
Country of origin United States · Belgium
Manufacturer Browning Arms Co. · Fabrique Nationale
Designer John Browning · Val A. Browning
Designed 1922–1931
Produced 1931–1940 · 1948–1960
Barrel length 20 in, 26 in, 28 in, 30 in
Caliber 12 gauge, 16 gauge, 20 gauge, 28 gauge, and .410 bore
Action Boxlock

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