Browning 525 Gun Test by Mike Yardley

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Mike Yardley reviews the Browning 525 in our 4th episode of Positive Shooting TV gun reviews
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Tech Specs
Make: Browning
Model: 525
Bore: 12
Barrels: 30 inch monobloc
Rib: 10mm
Chokes: 3 Invector +: 1/4, 1/2 & Full
Trigger: Single - Inertia Operated
Stock: Pistol Grip
Weight: 3.5kg
Price: RRP £1500
Ratings System Explanation
Handling
Mike's verdict on the general handling of the gun. Is it pointable? Controllable? Stable? Does it move too quickly? (Is it whippy?) Is it ponderous? Does the barrel weight suit the gun? Does it feel well balanced (which may involve more than a simple hinge pin index)?.
Stock Design
How well is the stock designed for the guns designated function? Issues considered will include comb, grip and forend shape/proportion. Is the comb tapered if appropriate? It is excessively angled? Does the grip have a comfortable radius, what is its depth like through it length? Is the hand well anchored? Is muzzle control encouraged and recoil control? Does the forend aid pointability? Does it allow for hand movement without changing barrel axis/hand relationship?
Originality
How innovative is the gun? How much of the gun has been copied from older designs and how much is genuinely new? A gun may still score for originality if is inspired by a classic but takes a new take on it - subtle development will be noted.
Aesthetics
Mike's personal opinion on how the gun looks both with regard to general form and to decoration. Price will be factored in in the latter case.
Build Quality
How well is the gun built and put together? What is the quality of the materials used in the gun? Will it last? How good is the wood to metal and metal to metal fit? Are there any gaps apparent? Is the quality of machining above of below the average? Are machining marks apparent internally? Is the hardening competent? Is the gun well jointed between barrels and action.
Recoil
Felt recoil -- how much recoil do you feel when you shoot the gun? More than one opinion may be sought here to allow for variations in physique and their impact on this index. Can the gun be shot for long periods without discomfort? Is it above or below average on recoil. Weight will be considered and factored in - not all heavy guns have low felt recoil and not all light ones have excessive recoil.
Patterns
The quality of patterns thrown as assessed from kills on targets and pattern plates when used. A gun which comes with a range of chokes will usually be tested with different combinations of constriction.
Function
Mechanical function. This covers issues such as function of the top lever, safety and barrel selector if fitted. Are the strikers efficient? Are the ejectors well timed and powerful? Is the gun easy to disassemble and reassemble?
Trigger
The mechanical function of the trigger. Are pulls too light or heavy? Do the pulls complement each other? Are they crisp? Is there any play or creep?
Value
Does the gun offer value for money at its price point?

[@MikeYardley]

Significantly different guns, the 725 in sporter form is excellent, I have never shot game better with anything else. I personally prefer the sporter to the game gun (ditto 525), and the new engraved versions look very good too. The 725 has a lot of innovative features not least it's lower action and sealed multi chokes. It's not that expensive for a modern, high-spec, gun, but the 525 30" is a real bargain, like the Miroku MK38 in all grades.

[@alandenton7047]

I have one of these in the game version, which is pretty much the same with a narrower rib. I think it is great, I paid £1295 for it from Purbeck Shooting School and got £100 'cashback' from Browning at the time. Incredible value for money.

[@mickmay7433]

Just bought one 525 s very nice

[@go5592]

I watched the video and bought the gun! Excellent review.

[@MrMangoman48]

Beautiful

[@ChristosChios]

I've got one. Indeed it's a great gun!

[@paulreynolds5047]

Hi mike. Sorry to ask this question but are you still doing reviews of guns as most videos I’ve seen are older. Just that I enjoyed your videos so much and would like to see more.

[@thenotorious2312]

Great review mike

[@MrPiarrou]

Bonjour suis francais et j ai achete un b525 sporter one.pas encore essaye au ball trapp mais sur corbeaux c est fantastique.tres puissant pour des tir jusqu a 60 metres avec plombs de 6

[@matrixsenior]

Really enjoyed this video. Thank you.

[@Bazzbian]

what a gent! just got a b525 keen as to give it a crack cheers mate

[@WiltshireMan]

Hi Mike, Do you think you will ever review the cheaper budget end of the market like the Baikal? Excellent review btw. Sandy

[@samveasey3558]

Wiltshire Man haha just finished watching one of your videos

[@WiltshireMan]

Which video was that? Thanks for watching them.

[@samveasey3558]

You roost shooting pigeons, it was good, well done

[@WiltshireMan]

Ah yes, that was with the B525 hunter, a lovely shotgun. I brought it after watching Mikes video here.

[@samveasey3558]

Wiltshire Man Ah, I guessed as much, I've used one before, lovely guns. I got a Beretta Silver Pigeon Deluxe myself in 2014, I was torn between the two though!

[@wiamdada6230]

Hi Mike, Thanks for your great reviews, I am confused whether to Buy 525 sporting or 725 sporting in 20gauge, which one do you recommend please? Thank you

[@ibrahimbudak4061]

Browning 12G to b525 . how patterns

[@victork9706]

decent video mike

[@gsimmans]

Mike thank you , enjoy your videos how does the b725 measure up against the 525?

[@user-yu6ru7jg4v]

I just bought one, hope you are right :)

[@kareemjalaly9985]

Price 🤔

[@josephmangion5540]

Browning....d best there is

[@dantheman7370]

Hi mike, have you done a review in the beretta 686 silver Pigeon 1 Sporter?

[@dantheman7370]

On

[@stevenbanham7732]

Is there any technical benefits of having a 30" barrel or is it based on height and arm length?

[@adamjohnson2624]

would it be good for pigeons, crows, magpies and pheasants please reply!!!!!!

[@ShotgunJay.]

personally I'd go for the older browning gun made by browning. There a much better gun. To answer your question: if you know your gun and the distance to fire you'll get anything that's flying.

[@Peter-200]

Spiritual Trigger what would you suggest I would get for a first gun, an older browning?

[@borjastick]

Burn that hat.

[@browningmaxus5360]

Burn that chicken chaser

[@wiamdada6230]

Hi Mike, Thanks for your great reviews, I am confused whether to Buy 525 sporting or 725 sporting in 20gauge, which one do you recommend please? Thank you