The Browning A5 Stalker is a semi-automatic 12-gauge shotgun built for hunting and field use. The 3.5-inch chamber handles a wide range of loads, and the 28-inch barrel with fiber optic front sight and ivory mid-bead gives a clear sight picture in low-light conditions. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Browning 
• Model Name: A5 Stalker 
• UPC: 023614072188 
• Gauge: 12 GA 
• Chamber Length: 3.5 inches 
• Action Type: Semi-Automatic 
• Capacity: 4+1 rounds (2.75" shells) 
• Barrel Length: 28 inches 
• Overall Length: 49.63 inches 
• Weight: 7.44 lbs. 
• Sights: Fiber Optic Front 
   

Features 

The composite stock has a vertical grip with textured surfaces and is shim-adjustable for length of pull, cast, and drop. Three Invector-DS choke tubes are included -- Full, Modified, and Improved Cylinder -- so you can tune the shot pattern for different game or scenarios. The Inflex recoil pad takes a meaningful amount of edge off felt recoil during extended shooting. Matte blued finish on the receiver pairs with the black synthetic stock. 
 
The inertia-driven action cycles reliably across a variety of load weights, which is one reason hunters gravitate toward this platform.

The Browning A5 Stalker draws positive feedback from hunters and sport shooters alike. The inertia-driven system is consistently mentioned for handling a wide range of loads without fuss, and the cycling action is smooth. Owners appreciate the lightweight build relative to the 12-gauge platform, which helps when covering ground in the field.

The black matte finish holds up well against field conditions. Recoil with heavier loads is noticeable -- a few users flag this as something to be aware of -- though most consider it manageable for a 12-gauge chambered for 3.5-inch shells. Price comes up occasionally; some feel there are cheaper options in the semi-auto space, but most owners consider the quality worth what they paid.