Browning B2000 choke tube mystery

Discussion in 'Off Topic!' started by Mark Estrop, Sep 29, 2019.

  1. Mark Estrop

    Mark Estrop Active Member

    I picked up a nice 12 ga B2000 made in 1974. It has an IC choke tube but no markings as to who made it. I've not seen one quite like it before. If anyone could help me identify the manufacturer, I'd really appreciate it. The threads on the tube are 2 1/8 inches long, with 4 slots for a Browning wrench. Anyone have any thoughts? Thanks! 71181322_1153043571550301_1219824936026112000_n.jpg 71215736_387347422211219_7940577133603061760_n.jpg 71499087_436092460223244_8664538079442239488_n.jpg
     
    Mark Estrop, Sep 29, 2019
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  2. Stl Flyn

    Stl Flyn Forum Leader Founding Member Forum Leader

    I can assure, they are not Browning. Definitely an after market tube, and a thin-wall at that. Looks like a Briley, though it may be an early edition with those long threads.
     
    Stl Flyn, Sep 30, 2019
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  3. Mark Estrop

    Mark Estrop Active Member

    That's what I was thinking - thank you for the input
     
    Mark Estrop, Sep 30, 2019
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  4. Mark Estrop

    Mark Estrop Active Member

    Antone else have any thoughts? Thanks!
     
    Mark Estrop, Oct 2, 2019
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  5. bpd20

    bpd20 Well-Known Member Founding Member

    I never seen anything like it. Looks like an awefully long thread section. Maybe Briley could shed some light on the question?
     
    bpd20, Oct 6, 2019
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  6. Mark Estrop

    Mark Estrop Active Member

    I've emailed them but no response
     
    Mark Estrop, Oct 6, 2019
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  7. Mark Estrop

    Mark Estrop Active Member

    Mystery solved! Hannah at Briley did confirm it is their choke tube - 25ML. They can still be made by special order. Thanks for the input!
     
    Mark Estrop, Oct 9, 2019
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