The Browning BAR MK4 Medallion is a semi-automatic rifle chambered in 30-06 Springfield with a 22-inch polished blued fluted barrel. It has a 4-round capacity and pairs a satin nickel engraved aluminum alloy receiver with a Grade III Turkish walnut adjustable shim stock. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Browning 
• Model: BAR MK4 Medallion 
• Caliber: 30-06 Springfield 
• Action: Semi Auto 
• Capacity: 4+1 
• Barrel Length: 22" 
• Color/Finish: Polished Blued / Satin Nickel 
   

Detailed Features 

• 22-inch polished blued fluted barrel 
• Satin nickel engraved aluminum alloy receiver, drilled and tapped 
• Grade III Turkish walnut adjustable shim stock 
• 4-round detachable magazine

Owners of the BAR MK4 Medallion in 30-06 Springfield often cite the walnut and engraved receiver combination as the main draw. The Grade III Turkish walnut gets favorable comments on fit and figure, though some note the satin nickel finish on the receiver can show fingerprints quickly if the rifle sees any field use beyond the range.

The fluted 22-inch barrel is generally appreciated for its balance in a semi-automatic hunting platform. A few owners mention the adjustable shim stock as a useful but underappreciated feature, since it lets the rifle fit a broader range of shooters without aftermarket work. Recoil in 30-06 is described as softer than bolt guns of the same weight, which is the expected tradeoff of the gas system.

Value perception on the MK4 Medallion is split. Those who compare it against standard BAR configurations see the engraved receiver and better wood as worthwhile steps up. Others feel the price premium over plainer semi-auto hunting rifles is hard to justify if the gun is going to spend time in weather or rough conditions.