26 January 2020, 05:33
BuglemintodayBrowning B-78..Which is it?
Trying to identify my .30-06 Browning B-78 Octagonal tapered 26" barrel. Need to order scope bases and Leupold identifies everything as an 1885.
Rifle says " W57 " then SN# 102XX
SKU 51260 = STD Browning 1885 Low Wall 2pc
SKU 50012 = STD Browning 1885 High Wall 2pc
So how do I know if it is a Low Wall or High Wall? Not finding much doing google searches.
26 January 2020, 06:42
dpcdIf the rear of the frame behind the block is as high as the block it is a high wall. If the frame dips down and leaves half of the block unsupported, it is a low wall.
26 January 2020, 06:49
BuglemintodayThank you DPCD, I just saw this over on 24H..
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The Browning 78 is similar to the 1885 High Wall rifle. In fact, it will use the same bases. Our two-piece STD base is number 50012. To make this base system work on the 78, you will have to use two different heights of rings. For example, a low ring in the rear and a medium in the front.
Garth (Leupold Product Specialist)
Pm incoming dpcd...
26 January 2020, 20:19
Geedubya http://www.texas-mac.com/Compa...and_B-78_Rifles.html B-78 with Talley one piece base and rings!
1885 Highwall
Highwalls in the past have had 28" barrels and a straight stock. B-78's have had 26" barrels and a grip, usually with a stainless or other metal grip cap.
ya!
GWB
27 January 2020, 04:18
BuglemintodayBeautiful photos, Thank you for adding to this thread!