The Browning BAR Mark III Safari in .308 Win is a semi-automatic rifle with a polished blue finish and Grade III Turkish walnut stock. The retro laser engraving and whitetail scene on the receiver give it more visual character than a plain field rifle, while the .308 chambering keeps it practical for a wide range of hunting applications.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Browning
- Family: BAR Rifle Series
- Model: BAR Mark III Safari
- Type: Rifle
- Action: Semi-Auto
- Caliber/Gauge: .308 Win
- Finish Type: Blued (Polished Blue)
- Stock/Grips: Grade III Turkish Walnut
- Barrel Length: 22"
- Overall Length: 43"
- Rate-of-Twist: 1-in-12
- Capacity: 4 + 1 rounds
- Weight: 7 lbs. 14 oz.
- Safety Features: 2 Position Crossbolt
- Receiver Features: Retro Laser Engraved
- Additional Info:
- Whitetail Scene Engraving
Detailed Features
The 22" barrel with a 1-in-12 twist rate is well-matched to common .308 hunting and match bullets. Semi-auto action makes follow-up shots fast without requiring a hand movement off the stock. The two-position crossbolt safety is positive and easy to operate. Grade III Turkish walnut is a step up from the base model in figure, and the engraving on the receiver adds a collector-oriented finish that Browning applies consistently across this series.
At 7 lbs. 14 oz., the rifle is on the heavier end for a wood-stocked hunting rifle, but that weight works in its favor by keeping .308 recoil mild enough for extended range sessions.
Target Audience
Deer hunters who prefer a semi-auto with traditional aesthetics over a synthetic stock. The engraving also makes it attractive to collectors who want a working rifle with some visual interest.
Usage Scenarios
.308 Win is effective on whitetail, mule deer, and similar game at moderate to long ranges. The semi-auto action is useful on driven hunts or in any situation where a quick second shot is likely. The 4+1 capacity is adequate for hunting use. At the range, it holds tight groups with quality .308 loads, and the manageable recoil makes it easy to run a full session without fatigue.