Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this fantastic semi-automatic pistol for a penny-start auction today…this is the FN / Browning Baby Browning!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: FN / Browning
Model: Baby Browning
Serial: 427938
Date of Manufacture: 1968
Caliber: 6.5mm(.25 ACP)
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 2"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with Square Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Black Synthetic with Browning Logo
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The FN Baby Browning, introduced in 1931, is a compact semi-automatic pistol that exemplifies the evolution of small-caliber firearms designed for personal protection. Chambered in .25 ACP (6.35x15 mm), this model was crafted by Dieudonné Saive, a renowned Belgian designer who made significant contributions to firearm design. The Baby Browning features a 2-inch barrel and a blue finish, highlighting its sleek, utilitarian design. The fixed blade front sight and square notched rear sight offer basic but functional aiming capabilities, suitable for its intended use as a concealed carry weapon. The Baby Browning operates on a blowback mechanism and is striker-fired with a single-action trigger. It holds six rounds in its magazine and is known for its reliability and ease of use. One of its notable features is the manual thumb-operated safety, which locks the slide in place when engaged, adding an extra layer of security by preventing accidental discharge. This design element, along with the compact dimensions of the pistol, made it a popular choice for those seeking a small, effective defensive tool.
Model: Baby Browning
Serial: 427938
Date of Manufacture: 1968
Caliber: 6.5mm(.25 ACP)
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 2"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with Square Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Black Synthetic with Browning Logo
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The FN Baby Browning, introduced in 1931, is a compact semi-automatic pistol that exemplifies the evolution of small-caliber firearms designed for personal protection. Chambered in .25 ACP (6.35x15 mm), this model was crafted by Dieudonné Saive, a renowned Belgian designer who made significant contributions to firearm design. The Baby Browning features a 2-inch barrel and a blue finish, highlighting its sleek, utilitarian design. The fixed blade front sight and square notched rear sight offer basic but functional aiming capabilities, suitable for its intended use as a concealed carry weapon. The Baby Browning operates on a blowback mechanism and is striker-fired with a single-action trigger. It holds six rounds in its magazine and is known for its reliability and ease of use. One of its notable features is the manual thumb-operated safety, which locks the slide in place when engaged, adding an extra layer of security by preventing accidental discharge. This design element, along with the compact dimensions of the pistol, made it a popular choice for those seeking a small, effective defensive tool.
Produced by FN from 1931 until 1979, with exports to the U.S. occurring between 1953 and 1968, the Baby Browning became a symbol of the company's innovative approach to firearm design. Approximately 550,000 units were made, including special editions such as the "Renaissance," featuring hand-chiseled engravings, and the "Lightweight" version, which used a 6061 T6 aluminum frame with a hexavalent chrome-plated slide. The halt in U.S. imports due to the Gun Control Act of 1968 marked a significant shift, as the legislation restricted the importation of certain firearms, including the Baby Browning. Production continued in Europe under Manufacture d'armes de Bayonne (MAB) until 1983, when financial difficulties led to its discontinuation. The Baby Browning remains an important piece of firearms history, reflecting both the technological advancements of its time and the shifting regulatory landscape that impacted its production and distribution.
Contents:
Contents:
This example will ship with the original BAC pouch and manual.
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
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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.
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