Browning Hi Power 2nd Amendment Limited Edition 40 S&W Semi Auto Pistol
SOLD FOR: $1,275.00
LSB#: WY250330AH001
Make: Browning
Model: Hi Power Second Amendment Limited Edition
Serial Number: SA175
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: .40 Smith & Wesson (.40 S&W)
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Single Action, Fed by Detachable Magazine
Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN, UTAH & MONTREAL P.Q. / MADE IN BELGIUM ASSEMBLED IN PORTUGAL”. The right side of the slide is marked “SECOND AMENDMENT / THE RIGHT OF THE PEOPLE TO KEEP AND BEAR ARMS SHALL NOT BE INFRINGED”. The right side of the frame is marked with the serial number “SA175”. The barrel is marked “.40 S&W”. Additional commemorative engraving is present throughout the slide and frame.
Barrel Length: 4 5/8”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a fixed blade. The rear sight is a dovetailed square notch.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece smooth wood panels with Second Amendment medallions. There are some scattered minor handling marks. There are no chips or cracks. The grips rate in about Excellent condition overall.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: One factory magazine is included. The magazine is a 10-round .40 S&W magazine and rates in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Stainless
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright, the rifling is sharp. There is light visible corrosion in the bore towards the muzzle. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 8/10.
Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 85% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows light operational wear and some thinning along the sharp edges of the slide and frame. There are scattered small scratches and marks from handling. The screw heads are sharp. The pins are unmarred. The markings are sharp and clear. Overall, this pistol rates in about Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this pistol. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes in a wood display case with red velvet lining, a Browning commemorative coin, and an engraved plaque. No manual is included.
Our Assessment: The Browning Hi Power is one of the most iconic and widely respected semi-automatic pistols of the 20th century, and this limited-edition “Second Amendment” model pays tribute to American heritage with ornate engraving and commemorative markings. Produced in limited quantities and assembled in Portugal using Belgian-made components, it blends the proven reliability and ergonomics of the Hi Power with collector-grade presentation.
Chambered in .40 S&W, this model represents a rare variant of the classic design, offering more stopping power than the standard 9mm while retaining the same elegant lines and historical significance. The single-action trigger and smooth cycling make it a joy to handle, whether for display or occasional range use.
This pistol would make a compelling addition to any collection centered around Second Amendment history, Browning firearms, or commemorative limited runs. It’s housed in a beautifully crafted display case and includes its original coin, making it ideal for display or investment. Please see our High Quality photos and good luck on your bids.-C.M.
