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Difference between Browning BAR Mk1 &2?

Sling Works
What is/are the difference/s between the BAR Mk1 and MK 2?
(I am speaking of hunting rifles, not the 1918).

I would like to purchase a Browning BAR, but prefer the older models to the new ones being produced...

What is/are the difference/s between the MK 1 and MK 2 rifle?

Also, wich one allows the use of the detachable magazine?
The highest quality workmanship?

Thanks
CShields
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  • badsbsnf81
    Mark 1 made 1867-79. Post 76 no longer 100% Belgian made/assembled.
    Mark 2 made 1979-1992
    Both use a detachable magazine.

    Pre 76 has the edge in fit/finish over remaing MK1's and MK2's.
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  • Sling Works
    Thanks for the input, you've been very helpful. You'd be surprised how little I can find online on the BARs...
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  • MIKE WISKEY
    .........there isn't a mk1, the standard BAR (no mark)was made in Belgiam, Japan, and a mix of places, the mk-1 is the one with the 'hold open' device (much better imo). The japan made guns are just as good as any other.
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  • Sling Works
    Thanks for the input, I have learned a bit from both of you on the BAR Rifles.

    But, if there is no Mk2 BAR, why does Browning have the BAR MK2 listed on it's website?? (in search box, enter BAR MK2).

    -CS
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  • dozlert
    There is a Browning Mark II Safari...very nice gun, made in Belgium and assembled in Portugal. I think this is the latest and greatest that came out from 93 to present...may be wrong on the dates.
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  • MIKE WISKEY
    sorry, mistyped. corredted to "there is no mk1". first came the BAR, then the BAR mk2.
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