Make: Browning

Model: X-Bolt 

Serial Number: 17839ZV354

Year of Manufacture: 2015 (ZV Date code in serial number)

Caliber: .243 Winchester

Action Type: Bolt Action Rifle with detachable rotary Magazine

Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN, UTAH MADE IN JAPAN / MIROKU” and “NP” at the chamber. The right shoulder of the receiver is marked with the serial number “17839ZV354”. The right side of the barrel is marked “PAT. PENDING X-BOLT CAL. .243 WIN ONLY”. The side of the magazine is marked “SHORT / STANDARD”. The buttpad is marked “INFLEX / TECHNOLOGY”.

Barrel Length: 22” Tapered Octagonal Barrel.

Sights / Optics: There is no provision for iron sights. The top of the receiver is mounted with a Simmons Model #1012 3x-9x40 Scope with Duplex Crosshair Reticle. The sight picture is clear. The scope rates in Very Good condition. 

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is one piece checkered walnut with rosewood capped forend, rosewood capped pistol grip, fluted straight comb, Inflex rubber buttpad, and sling studs front and rear. The LOP measures approximately 13 1/2” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The stock rates in about Excellent overall condition.

Type of Finish: Matte Blued

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 10/10. 

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The markings are clear. The screwheads are strong. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with its attached scope as mentioned above. 

Our Assessment: This Browning X-Bolt .243 Winchester 22” Bolt Action Detachable Mag Fed Rifle was made in 2015. It is chambered in .243 Winchester, with a 22” tapered octagonal barrel. The stock is a one-piece, checkered walnut configuration with rosewood-capped forend and pistol grip, a fluted straight comb, and Inflex rubber buttpad, all in about Excellent condition. The matte blued finish is original and about 99% is retained. Aside from a few negligible handling marks, this rifle is in Excellent overall condition. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and no erosion. The action functions properly. Serial Number: 17839ZV354. Browning’s X-Bolt series epitomizes modern bolt-action refinement and precision. The attractive walnut stock, along with the crisp, clean bore and a clear Simmons scope, makes this rifle a pleasure for both the range and the field. Lightweight, accurate, and visually appealing, it’s a rifle you’ll be proud to own and shoot.