/ Back Browning A-Bolt Shotgun History The production of the A-Bolt Shotgun began in 1995. The shotgun ceased production in 1998. There was a smooth bore and a rifled barrel option. To find your serial number, you will need to refer to your owner's manual.   Date Historic Information Serial Number Info 1995-1998 In 1976 Browning standardized its serial number identification which it followed until 1998.   1. Hunter Type     Stalker Type 652=Hunter L52=Stalker 2. Date of Manufacture is a two digit code Z=1 Y=2 X=3 W=4 V=5 T=6 R=7 P=8 N=9 M=0 3. Serial Number beginning with 01001 at the start of each year.   A-Bolt Shotgun Serial Number Example: 01001NV652 This would be an A-Bolt Hunter Shotgun, manufactured in 1995 with the serial number 01001.