1968 A5 Question

Most were full choke.
If so, I don't think I would.

I called Browning regarding this and I was told somewhere around the early to mid 80's
they had changed the bawrill steel portfolio.

If yours is stamped for a full choke * then the least you could do is find a newer bawrill
or open up the choke to at least a modified.
 
Browning does not recommend using steel shot in there Belgium barrels. But lots of people do with out any problems as long as you have the choke opened up to at least modified or better improved cylinder. Have the work done by a competent gunsmith. Modern steel loads are made using a thick wad that protects the barrel as the shot travels through it.
 
fishslinger said:
Browning does not recommend using steel shot in there Belgium barrels. But lots of people do with out any problems as long as you have the choke opened up to at least modified or better improved cylinder. Have the work done by a competent gunsmith. Modern steel loads are made using a thick wad that protects the barrel as the shot travels through it.
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I also know of hunters shooting steel through the old A5 Belgian barrels with no issues after having the chokes opened up. I have a superposed 20 gauge that has seen a fair amount of steel through it when my Uncle owned it. The chokes were opened up. You sure can't tell from looking at the bores that the steel did it any harm.
 
The advice for those who are determined to use a barrel that is not recommended for steel is size # 2 or smaller shot. Larger steel shot increases the risk of bulging the barrel at the choke, and I have seen bulged barrels.
 
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