BROWNING AB3 Hunter .308 Win 22″ 5-Round 035801218

The Browning AB3 Hunter is a bolt-action sporting rifle chambered in .308 Winchester with a 22″ free-floating, button-rifled barrel and a satin black walnut stock. It combines a matte-blued receiver and barrel with a detachable box magazine and is drilled and tapped for optics. For a practical optic under $1,000 that pairs well for hunting and range work, consider a Vortex Crossfire II 3-9×40 for durable, general-purpose performance.

Product Specifications

• The UPC is 023614058717.
• The caliber is .308 Win.
• The barrel measures 22 inches and is described as free-floating, button-rifled.
• The overall length is 42 inches.
• The rifle uses a bolt action with a short 60° bolt lift.
• The magazine capacity is 5 rounds with a detachable box magazine.
• The barrel finish is listed as matte blued.
• The receiver finish is listed as matte blued and is drilled & tapped for scope mounts.
• The stock material is walnut with a satin black walnut finish.
• The rate of twist is 1:12″.
• The length of pull is 13.63 inches (13 5/8″).
• The rifle includes an Inflex recoil pad and sling swivel studs installed.
• The barrel contour is sporter with a recessed target crown.
• The firearm is classified as a sporting rifle and intended for field use.

The AB3 Hunter delivers Browning’s traditional balance of fit and function: a high-quality, cold-rolled steel barrel, a refined walnut stock and user-friendly controls such as the top-tang safety and bolt unlock feature. That combination makes it well-suited to medium-game field hunting and precision-oriented range shoots. The drilled-and-tapped receiver and the stock’s comb geometry support straightforward optic mounting and comfortable sighting for extended sessions.

Owners appreciate the AB3 Hunter for its solid build quality and practical feature set—high-quality barrel metallurgy and a classic walnut finish—making it a sensible choice for shooters who want dependable performance without unnecessary complexity.

Many users praise its consistent accuracy and the comfortable Inflex recoil pad; others note the attractive walnut stock as a strong point.

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