Browning Model 53, 32-20.

rangerider7 · Post by **rangerider7** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 8:03 pm

I saw a real good looking Browning Model 53 in 32-20 this Thursday. it was a consignment rifle in mint condition for 850.00. Did they make only the Limited edition? This one had great wood. What are they going for?

Post by **Chuck 100 yd** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 8:25 pm

Only one year. 1981??? CRS ! A sweet little rifle. Mine is a great shooter.

Bullet Bob · Post by **Bullet Bob** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 8:34 pm

Terrible guns, stay away from them. Where did you say you saw one at?

KirkD · Post by **KirkD** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 8:46 pm

I still have the original Browning catalogue for the year the Browning Model 53 32-20 was sold. There was only the one grade made. They are a gorgeous gun. If you decide to buy one and you don't need your sweet original Model 53 32-20, let me know and I just may throw my shoulder out reaching for my wallet.

woods-walker · Post by **woods-walker** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 9:36 pm

$850. is a fair price.

They are accurate and have a good sight set up. The rear flat topped sight is one of my favorites and provides an excellent sight picture. They balance and carry well, with the sights aligning as you draw the rifle into your shoulder. Most of them seem to have fancy grade wood. I am not a fan of the gloss finish and checkering but the sum of the parts exceeds expectations.

kaschi · Post by **kaschi** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 9:40 pm

Definitely not made in 1981. True, they were made for only one year. I'm thinking 1989, 1990 or 1991. Someone here can chime in with the correct year.

sureshot · Post by **sureshot** » Fri Apr 11, 2008 11:32 pm

Jaguarundi · Post by **Jaguarundi** » Sat Apr 12, 2008 1:50 am

$850 is a reasonable price.

Rod WMG · Post by **Rod WMG** » Sat Apr 12, 2008 7:18 am

I believe I paid $900 a year or so ago.