The Browning SA-22 is a semi-automatic .22 LR rifle with a 19.3-inch light contour sporter barrel, polished blue finish, satin gray receiver, and a Grade III/IV black walnut stock. At 5.30 lbs and 37 inches overall, it's light enough to carry all day without issue. 
 

Key Specifications: 

• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action: Semi-Automatic 
• Barrel Length: 19.3 inches 
• Overall Length: 37 inches 
• Weight: 5.30 lbs (84.8 oz) 
• Capacity: 10+1 rounds (Tubular magazine) 
• Trigger Type: Gold Plated Single Stage 
• Safety Mechanism: Crossbolt Safety 
• Sights: Adjustable, Drilled & Tapped 
   

Detailed Features: 

The tubular magazine holds 10+1 rounds of .22 LR. The gold-plated single-stage trigger has a clean, smooth pull. Sights are fully adjustable and the receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounting. The crossbolt safety is straightforward to operate. The Grade III/IV black walnut stock is well-finished and comfortable to hold during longer sessions. 
 

Usage: 

This is a small game and range rifle. The .22 LR caliber is quiet and inexpensive to shoot, which makes it practical for extended range sessions, squirrel or rabbit hunting, and introducing new shooters to firearms. The 5.30 lb weight is easy for younger or smaller-framed shooters. The walnut stock and blued barrel give it a more traditional look than most .22 semi-autos on the market.

The Browning SA-22 Grade VI gets high marks for fit, finish, and the quality of the walnut stock. Owners point to the Grade III/IV walnut as the visual standout, and the blued/gray receiver combination is consistently called well-done. It functions reliably with standard .22 LR ammunition.

The main friction point is price. The SA-22 Grade VI costs noticeably more than most .22 semi-auto rifles, and discussions about whether that's justified are common. Most owners who value the woodwork and Browning's build quality find it worth it; buyers looking purely for function at low cost do not.

Parts availability comes up occasionally. It's a more specialized model and not every local shop stocks components for it. For most owners this isn't a practical problem, but it's worth knowing going in.