It describes the model of the firearm.
Your rifle was manufactured in 1979 [RN}. The 117 designates it as a BBR model number [pre-"A"bolt] The BBR was manufactured from 1978 thru 1984, When the "A" bolt was introduced. They are a very well built gun, and according to Browning, the cost of production was their demise.
The letters PM indicate 1980 manufacture.
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Browning Bolt action Rifle. BBR. Year serial numbers start with 010001. PM is year of manufacture. 1980 117 is the model type. Standard hunter model. So your rifle is a Browning bolt action rifle manufactured in 1980 around July. Standard right hand hunter model.
I would say at the very least $1000.00 if it is in very good to excellent condition.
Browning Bolt Rifle.
You will have to call Browning with the serial number.
Good rifle
You will have to call Browning with the serial number.
You did not provide a serial number.
You must provide the serial number or call Browning.