The Liege uses a box lock and has a single trigger, with no provision for barrel selection. (The true, real-world cost of the B-25 is very high, beyond the reach of many shooters.) This weapon was introduced with the name of "Liege," and made only for 12 gauge 2.75-inch shells. Notes: This gun was designed in 1972 as a simpler, less expensive alternative to the B-25. I’d be really grateful if any of you could throw any light on this and the made in Japan/Belgium issue for me. Why would a Browning have such detail on it? I’ve found a link to PIROTTE, Jacques & Fils in Liege, Belgium. Just to add to my confusion the gun also has stamped in tiny letters on the action, where the metal curves under the wood just above the trigger (I hope that makes sense) J PIROTTE. However, I seem to have hit the buffers as I understand that Citori guns were made in Japan whereas mine has ‘Made in Belgium - Fabrique Nationale Herstal’ stamped on the barrel. If it’s of interest the 802 refers to the gun being available with 2 8, 3 0 and 3 2 inch barrels and the ES stands for Easy Swing. Using previous topics in the ‘Guns and Equipment’ section of PW and the link to Browning’s ‘date your firearm’ website I think I’ve managed to understand that the serial number L13PR***** on my gun indicates it’s a Citori 802 ES made in 1987.
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