Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this LIMITED EDITION semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction; this is the Browning Hi-Power Centennial!
This example is part of the Centennial Matching Set that is currently up for bid. Each firearm in this set is separately listed on GunBroker and will sell to the highest bidder on the same night! Please read below on how to also bid on the other serial number-matching item!!!
The Browning Hi-Power Centennial was produced for a very short period in 1978, with only 3,500 units manufactured. This makes them highly desirable among firearm collectors. This firearm is part of a two-piece consecutive serial-numbered Browning Centennial set, making it even more valuable!
Don't forget to bid on the consecutive serial-numbered sister so this set can stay together for future generations of collectors!!! Type the item number #1074199048 into the search bar or click “sellers other items”!
This example sports the serial number (#1878D-1458), and the matching gun in the other auction bears the serial number (#1878B-1458)!
YOU CAN FIND THE OTHER CONSECUTIVE SERIAL NUMBERED EXAMPLES LIVE ON GUNBROKER NOW BY TYPING #1074199048
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Browning
Model: Hi-Power Centennial
Serial: 1878D-1458
Date of Manufacture: 1978
Caliber: 9mm
Finish: Chrome Plated with Gold Trigger
Barrel Length: 4 5/8"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Round Blade Front with Square Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Grips with “B” Medallion
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard / The right side of the slide is stamped “Browning Centennial/1878-1978.”
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Based on John Browning's designs, the Browning Hi-Power is a 9mm semi-automatic handgun made by FN Herstal. It's used by several armies worldwide. Initially, the "High Power" pistol was designed by John M. Browning in 1925 and was patented in the USA in 1927, soon after the death of Browning. The design was acquired by Belgian state-owned company FN Herstal and improved by FN designer Dieudonne Saive. The resulting pistol was shelved until 1935, when the Belgian army was ready to adopt a new sidearm. The HP was offered for trials, won, and adopted as a Model 1935 pistol. Soon after that, it was also adopted by Belgian police and by many foreign countries, including British Commonwealth ones (UK, Canada, Australia, etc.). The High Power is the only sidearm that served both sides in WWII - Germany used many HPs manufactured in occupied Belgium. In contrast, the Allies used HPs manufactured mostly in Canada by Inglis.
Model: Hi-Power Centennial
Serial: 1878D-1458
Date of Manufacture: 1978
Caliber: 9mm
Finish: Chrome Plated with Gold Trigger
Barrel Length: 4 5/8"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Round Blade Front with Square Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Walnut Grips with “B” Medallion
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard / The right side of the slide is stamped “Browning Centennial/1878-1978.”
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Based on John Browning's designs, the Browning Hi-Power is a 9mm semi-automatic handgun made by FN Herstal. It's used by several armies worldwide. Initially, the "High Power" pistol was designed by John M. Browning in 1925 and was patented in the USA in 1927, soon after the death of Browning. The design was acquired by Belgian state-owned company FN Herstal and improved by FN designer Dieudonne Saive. The resulting pistol was shelved until 1935, when the Belgian army was ready to adopt a new sidearm. The HP was offered for trials, won, and adopted as a Model 1935 pistol. Soon after that, it was also adopted by Belgian police and by many foreign countries, including British Commonwealth ones (UK, Canada, Australia, etc.). The High Power is the only sidearm that served both sides in WWII - Germany used many HPs manufactured in occupied Belgium. In contrast, the Allies used HPs manufactured mostly in Canada by Inglis.
The Browning Hi-Power Centennial is a Limited Edition pistol that was only produced in 1978 with a total of 3500 produced, making them quite collectible and a perfect choice to add to your firearm collection!
Contents:
Contents:
The owner states that this example remains New Old Stock and we see no evidence to indicate otherwise! Additionally, the item will ship with its original hardwood presentation case, which is lined with red velvet and fitted with a silver plaque stamped with "1878 / BROWNING CENTENNIAL / 1978 on the lid.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
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Payment Details
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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