Bc Miroku Serial Numbers Guide

The most common reason enthusiasts search for BC Miroku serial numbers is to date their Browning Citori or Miroku MK series shotguns. In 1976, Miroku standardized a date code system for Browning imports that remains in use today.

If your serial number is K12Z12345 :

For pre-1976 examples, physical features (stock shape, safety type, choke markings) often provide better dating evidence than the serial number alone. When in doubt, Browning’s customer service is the most authoritative source.

If you are looking to identify or date your Miroku shotgun, you can easily do so by checking the serial number, which is typically located under the top lever or on the bottom of the receiver.

The B-2000 was a gas-operated shotgun. Its BC serial numbers are simpler: The first two digits after BC are the year of manufacture.