The Browning BAR Mark III Safari is a semi-automatic rifle built for hunters and sport shooters who want a dependable, well-finished gun with some visual character. The polished blue finish and Grade III Turkish walnut stock give it a traditional look that holds up next to modern rifles chambered in the same cartridge.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Browning
- Family: BAR Rifle Series
- Model: BAR Mark III Safari
- Type: Rifle
- Action: Semi-Auto
- Caliber/Gauge: 30-06
- Finish: Polished Blue
- Finish Type: Blued
- Stock/Grips: Grade III Turkish Walnut
- Barrel Length: 22"
- Overall Length: 43"
- Rate-of-Twist: 1-in-10
- 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-10 twist rate handles the .30-06 well at typical hunting distances, and the semi-auto action lets you cycle follow-up shots quickly without breaking your cheek weld. The two-position crossbolt safety is straightforward and positive in operation. Retro laser engraving on the receiver along with a whitetail scene gives the gun a collector-oriented finish that most production rifles skip.
The walnut stock is Grade III, so the figure is better than the base model but not show-grade. It looks good in hand without being fragile about it. At 7 lbs. 14 oz. it's not a lightweight carry rifle, but the weight helps dampen recoil with .30-06 loads.
Target Audience
A good fit for deer and elk hunters who want a semi-auto with traditional wood-and-blued aesthetics rather than a synthetic-stocked platform. The engraving and walnut also appeal to collectors looking for something with more visual interest than a plain field rifle.
Usage Scenarios
The .30-06 caliber covers whitetail, mule deer, and elk at mid-range distances without issue. The semi-auto action is useful on driven hunts or any situation where a quick second shot matters. At the range it works fine for load development, though the 4+1 capacity means more frequent magazine changes than some alternatives.