"Make: Browning (Fabrique Nationale - FN)
Model: Baby Browning
Serial Number: 323558
Year of Manufacture: Circa 1960s
Caliber: .25 ACP (6.35mm)
Action Type: Single Action, Striker-Fired Semi-Automatic Pistol with Removable Magazine
Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY / MADE IN BELGIUM”. The right side of the slide is marked with the serial number “323558” and ""CAL .25 AUTO."" Belgian proof marks and the Fabrique Nationale logo appear on the barrel and frame.
Barrel Length: 2""
Sights / Optics: The pistol features standard low-profile fixed sights consisting of a small blade front sight integral to the slide and a shallow notch rear sight machined into the slide.
Grip Configuration & Condition: The grips are Faux Pearl synthetic panels. They show minimal handling wear with sharp edges, remaining in excellent condition with no chips or cracks.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: One original 6-round magazine is included, in excellent condition showing minimal wear.
Type of Finish: Chrome Slide with Electroless Chrome Frame
Finish Originality: Original Factory Chrome Slide, Electroless Chrome Frame (possibly professionally refinished or factory special order).
Bore Condition: The bore is bright, and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This Baby Browning retains approximately 97% of its chrome and electroless chrome finishes. The slide has only minor handling marks and faint scratches from storage. The frame finish is excellent with slight handling marks but no notable damage. Markings are crisp and clear, and the screw heads remain sharp. Overall, this pistol rates in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The striker-fired single-action mechanism is crisp. The slide-to-frame fit is tight, and the pistol operates smoothly. We did not fire this pistol. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Comes with an extra slide.
Our Assessment:
The Baby Browning, originally designed by John Moses Browning and produced by Fabrique Nationale in Belgium, is among the most compact and iconic pocket pistols ever produced. Chambered in .25 ACP, these pistols are renowned for their quality craftsmanship, reliability, and ease of concealment.
This particular Baby Browning is distinctive, featuring a factory chrome slide paired with an electroless chrome frame—an uncommon combination that elevates its aesthetic appeal and enhances corrosion resistance. Its high-polish chrome finish, combined with the electroless chrome frame, creates an elegant and durable pistol suitable for discreet carry or a collector’s showcase.
Given its excellent overall condition, crisp mechanics, and distinctive finish, this Baby Browning pistol makes an ideal candidate for collectors of compact semi-automatics or enthusiasts seeking a reliable, easily concealed defensive handgun. Browning’s legendary quality, combined with this pistol’s unique finish combination, make it both a functional carry piece and a valuable collectible.
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