The Browning A5 Wicked Wing is a semi-automatic shotgun built for waterfowl and upland game hunters. The Burnt Bronze Cerakote finish holds up in wet, muddy conditions where blued steel would suffer, and the Realtree Max-7 camo composite stock blends well in marsh and flooded timber environments. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Browning 
• Model: A5 Wicked Wing 
• Action: Semi-Automatic 
• Gauge: 12 GA 
• Barrel Length: 28 inches 
• Chamber Size: 3.5 inches 
• Capacity: 4+1 rounds (2¾" shells) 
• Weight: 7.3 lbs. 
• Receiver Finish: Burnt Bronze Cerakote 
• Receiver Material: Aluminum Alloy 
• Stock Material/Finish: Realtree Max-7 Camo Composite 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The fiber optic front sight and ivory mid-bead rear sight give you a quick sight picture in low light or against cluttered backgrounds. Three banded Invector-Plus extended chokes are included: Full, Modified, and Improved Cylinder, covering most hunting distances. At 7.3 lbs. it's manageable during long days on foot, though some shooters find it slightly heavy for upland work. The gold plated trigger has a crisp feel and breaks cleanly. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

 
This gun handles 3.5-inch magnum loads for pass shooting geese and cycles down to light 2¾-inch loads for pheasant or clay targets. The semi-auto action cushions felt recoil compared to pumps when running heavy waterfowl loads all day.

The A5 Wicked Wing in Bronze gets generally positive reviews from hunters who run it hard in the field. Most praise the cycling reliability across a wide range of loads, from light target shells up to 3.5-inch magnums. The bronze Cerakote finish holds up well and resists corrosion in wet environments.

Recoil management is a consistent highlight. The kinematic drive system noticeably softens the hit of heavy duck loads, which makes longer shooting sessions more comfortable and follow-up shots faster.

At 7.3 lbs. the gun is on the heavier side. Waterfowl hunters tend not to mind since they're often sitting in a blind, but upland hunters walking thick cover all day occasionally find it tiring to carry. Handling and balance get positive marks overall.

The price is higher than most competitors in the semi-auto category. The general consensus is that the quality justifies it for dedicated hunters, though occasional shooters may find it harder to rationalize. Aftermarket choke and sight options are plentiful, which owners appreciate. Customer service experiences vary.