Overview

The Browning Gold Fusion is a premium variant of Browning’s highly regarded Gold Series semi-automatic shotguns. Chambered in 12 gauge with a 28-inch barrel, the Fusion is designed for upland hunting, waterfowl, and clay shooting. It combines Browning’s gas-operated action for smooth, reliable cycling with elegant aesthetics, making it both a high-performance field gun and a refined sporting shotgun.

Specifications

Manufacturer: Browning Arms Company

Model: Gold Fusion

Gauge: 12 gauge

Chamber: 2 ¾″ and 3″ shells (accepts both light and heavy loads)

Action: Gas-operated semi-automatic

Capacity: 4+1 rounds (tubular magazine; plug included for hunting regulations)

Barrel Length: 28″ vent rib

Overall Length: ~48″

Weight: ~7.5–8 lbs (varies slightly with wood density)

Stock: Select walnut with gloss finish and fine checkering

Receiver Finish: Polished blued steel or satin nickel (depending on trim)

Barrel Finish: High-polish blued with ventilated rib

Sights: Front fiber optic or brass bead with mid-bead (vent rib)

Chokes: Invector-Plus interchangeable choke system (Full, Modified, Improved Cylinder, etc.)

Design & Features

Gas-Operated Action: Reduces felt recoil and cycles smoothly with a wide variety of loads, from light target to heavy hunting shells.

Quality Aesthetics: The “Fusion” line emphasized refined styling, featuring upgraded walnut stocks, polished finishes, and fine details.

Ergonomics: Well-balanced design with a natural point of aim, making it comfortable for long hunts or extended clay shooting sessions.

Ventilated Rib & Bead Sight: Ensures quick target acquisition and reduced heat mirage during sustained shooting.

Durability: Chrome-lined barrel and Invector-Plus choke system provide longevity and consistent shot patterns.

Recoil Pad: Factory recoil pad helps tame 12-gauge recoil for more enjoyable shooting.

Performance

Reliability: Proven gas system cycles reliably with both 2 ¾″ and 3″ shells, from light target loads to heavy waterfowl or turkey loads.

Patterning: With Invector-Plus chokes, delivers even and consistent shot patterns at a variety of ranges.

Recoil Management: Noticeably softer shooting than inertia-operated semi-autos due to gas system and weight balance.

Handling: 28″ barrel provides an excellent balance of smooth swing for clay targets and precision for bird hunting.

Use Cases

Hunting: Ideal for upland game, ducks, geese, and turkey.

Clay Sports: Well-suited for trap, skeet, and sporting clays thanks to smooth handling and reduced recoil.

Field & Range Gun: A versatile semi-auto for both sport shooting and practical hunting applications.

Collector Appeal: The Fusion line is no longer in production, making these shotguns somewhat desirable for Browning enthusiasts.