Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic pistol for a penny-start auction, this is the Browning Challenger!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Browning
Model: Challenger
Serial: 83104P7
Caliber: .22 LR
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 6 ¾"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Adjustable Rear Sights
Stock/Grips: Checkered Black Synthetic with Browning Logo on the top
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Browning Challenger .22 LR with its 6 3/4-inch blued barrel is a beautifully refined rimfire pistol that embodies the exceptional fit, finish, and mechanical elegance associated with Browning’s mid-20th-century Belgian production. Designed as a more accessible companion to the famed Medalist and Nomad series, the Challenger maintained the same high level of craftsmanship while offering a lighter, well-balanced profile that made it equally at home on the target range or as a premium training pistol. The deep, lustrous blue finish typical of FN Herstal’s Belgian work gives the pistol a rich, mirror-like appearance, highlighting clean lines, tight machining, and the carefully executed contours of the frame and tapered barrel. The 6 3/4" tube provides an excellent sight radius that enhances accuracy, and the pistol’s inherently low recoil and crisp blowback operation make it exceptionally smooth and predictable to shoot. A key feature of the Challenger is its excellent trigger, known for being light, clean, and consistent—ideal for bullseye-style precision shooting.
Model: Challenger
Serial: 83104P7
Caliber: .22 LR
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 6 ¾"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Adjustable Rear Sights
Stock/Grips: Checkered Black Synthetic with Browning Logo on the top
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Browning Challenger .22 LR with its 6 3/4-inch blued barrel is a beautifully refined rimfire pistol that embodies the exceptional fit, finish, and mechanical elegance associated with Browning’s mid-20th-century Belgian production. Designed as a more accessible companion to the famed Medalist and Nomad series, the Challenger maintained the same high level of craftsmanship while offering a lighter, well-balanced profile that made it equally at home on the target range or as a premium training pistol. The deep, lustrous blue finish typical of FN Herstal’s Belgian work gives the pistol a rich, mirror-like appearance, highlighting clean lines, tight machining, and the carefully executed contours of the frame and tapered barrel. The 6 3/4" tube provides an excellent sight radius that enhances accuracy, and the pistol’s inherently low recoil and crisp blowback operation make it exceptionally smooth and predictable to shoot. A key feature of the Challenger is its excellent trigger, known for being light, clean, and consistent—ideal for bullseye-style precision shooting.
The pistol’s checkered walnut grips, with their elegant grain patterns and contoured fit, offer a secure and comfortable grip while enhancing the pistol’s upscale aesthetic. Browning’s thoughtful design also includes a convenient thumb safety, easily accessible slide stop, and a simple takedown system for cleaning. The Challenger’s reliability with a wide range of .22 LR ammunition, combined with its enduring build quality, has made it a prized firearm among collectors and shooters who appreciate classic Browning rimfires. Whether admired for its Belgian craftsmanship or enjoyed for its superb handling characteristics, the Browning Challenger stands as a testament to the era when rimfire pistols were built with both performance and artistry in mind.
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.
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
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.




