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99% of the sweet 16s will say as much on the left side of the receiver. There was a 3 year period from 1937 until the German occupation of Belgium in 1940 that they were produced and most of these do not specifically say Sweet 16 on the left hand side. On these few and far between pre-war guns, you will find most noteably, a gold plated trigger. All of these 'pre-war' 16s were chambered only for 2 9/16" shells.
After the war ended and production and import resumed in 1947, all the Sweets I have ever seen have had it plainly marked.
The other sure fire way is to inspect the serial number and product ID code.
Browning started identifying sweet 16s in 1953 with an S prefix before the serial number. So, as an example S123456 and so on. The standard 16s had an R prefix, R123456 and so on.
They switched up for a year in 1957 and the sweet went to an A prefix and the standard went to a T prefix.
In 1958, they went back to the S and R system, but put the last didgit of the year of manufacture BEFORE the prefix. This went on until 1967 went they realized they needed TWO didgits before the prefix letter. So the serial number a sweet made in 1963 would look something like 3S123456. The standard weight 16 was discontinued in 1964. So if you have a 16 made after that... it is a sweet and a sweet only.
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You thought all sweet sixteen guns had a letter s in the serial number?
No they do not. Only Sweets from 1953-1976
Did Browning make a sweet twenty gauge or sweet twelve gauge?
Yes and no. "Sweet" is a nickname for a lightweight sixteen ga auto-5 shotgun. The lightweight 12 ga is called a Light Twelve, and the 20ga is called the "twenty". There were no heavyweight 20 ga guns made. All of the lightweight guns are "sweet" in a way
What is the approximate value and age of a Sweet Sixteen Belgium made Browning Serial -9S 27086?
It is 1959 production. True 'Sweet Sixteen' shotguns are very desirable and heavily collected. It's all about condition. Beater-grade guns with rust/pitting and damaged wood will only bring -maybe- $350, but minty-condition Sweet Sixteen guns with factory ventilated ribs and no aftermarket modifications will reliably bring well over $1000. sales@countrygunsmith.net
What is the age of a Browning Sweet Sixteen serial 1S65050?
Your Sweet Sixteen was made in 1961. The 1 designates 1961, the S designates Sweet Sixteen. All auto 5"S were made in Belgium in 1961. 1961
What is the value of a Browning Sweet Sixteen gold trigger?
The gold trigger usually means that a Browning A5 is a Lightweight,in this case a Sweet Sixteen made after 1947. However, the sweet Sixteen was available from 1937 with this option and it has nothing to do with the value of the gun. Choke,barrel type,stock type and most of all condition are the driving factors with these guns. === === A pre war sweet 16 (1937-1939) has a gold trigger as did all Sweets. 1947 has no bearing on the question above. The script lettering on the left side of the receiver saying "Sweet Sixteen" showed up in 1948 + 49. Provide the serial number to determine year of mfg, and condition, then re-ask your question on Wikpedia.
What are some songs with lyrics about the age sixteen?
'Sweet Sixteen' by Billy Idol, 'Sixteen Candles' by the Crests, 'Sixteen' by Iggy Pop, '16 Again' by the Buzzcocks, 'Only Sixteen' by Sam Cooke,
What are some sweet sixteen party games?
party all day and drink all night:]
What is the age of a Browning Sweet Sixteen serial A9984?
This is not a "Sweet Sixteen" model, but this is what is called an American Browning. These guns were produced by Remington in the US (New York) for Browning after Belgium was overun by the Germans in WWII. The guns were made using Remingtons model 11 equipment. A few modifications were made to incorporate more of the Browning features and were all stamped Browning Arms Co. St. Louis Mo. Your gun sn: A9984 was made and shipped to Browning in 1941.
Is a sweet sixteen considered an Auto-5 for Browning's date of manufacture tables -- trying to track down 2S 97391 and serial number ranges don't seem to match?
The 'Sweet Sixteen' is a very specific submodel of the Browning Auto-5. Although many people refer to ALL 16ga A5's as 'Sweet Sixteen,' that is not correct. There was a standard-weight 16ga, and the Sweet Sixteen which is some 10 ounces lighter. Your gun is a Sweet Sixteen Auto-5 made in 1962. sales@countrygunsmith.net
Is there any way to determine if a Browning Sweet Sixteen was made in Belgium?
Your Sweet Sixteen was made in 1961. The 1 designates 1961, the S designates Sweet Sixteen. All auto 5"S were made in Belgium in 1961. Yes, read the side of the barrel. Fabrique Nationale is the Belgian Manufacturer. Auto5man
Are "The Party Rental" any good?
Yes, Party Rental on the east coast is a good company for sweet sixteen parties. They can provide tents, bouncy houses, all your party needs and favors. Happy Sweet Sixteen!!
What is the value of Browning sweet sixteen shotgun with a Belgium made barrel serial number S38060?
If it is all matching, all original, and in excellent condition, value would be at least $900. Matted-rib guns will bring another $300 or so. This is original, excellent condition. Guns with finish wear or damage to the stocks drop off fast. sales@countrygunsmith.net
