Browning Hi-Power C-Series 9mm 4.7” Semi Auto Pistol & Case, MFD 1977
SOLD FOR: $1,404.00
LSB#: WY250317SM006
Make: FN/Browning
Model: Hi-Power C-Series
Serial#: 77C47495
Year of Manufacture: 1977 C&R
Caliber: 9mm Luger
Action Type: Semi-Automatic Pistol, Exposed Hammer Single Action with Detachable Magazine.
Markings: The slide is marked, “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY MORGAN,UTAH & MONTREAL, P.Q. / MADE IN BELGIUM”. The serial number is marked on the front strap. The barrel is marked, “CAL.9mm Luger”.
Barrel Length: 4.7”
Sights/ Optics: The front sight is a blade fixed to the slide. The rear sight is an adjustable square notch sight dovetailed to the slide.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: This pistol includes 1 x 13 round magazine in Excellent Condition. The magazine has an ejection spring.
Stock Configuration & Condition/ Grip: The grips are two piece, checkered walnut grips screwed to the frame with red backs. There is little to no handling wear. The checkering is very sharp, there are no chips or cracks. Overall the grips are in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Polished Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright, the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore. The feed ramp is smooth and shiny. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9.5/10.
Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 97% of its metal finish. There are light scratches, nicks, and light wear throughout. The screw heads are sharp, the markings are clear. Overall the pistol is in Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The slide action is smooth. The trigger is crisp. We did not fire this pistol. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box Paperwork and Accessories: This pistol includes one 13 round magazine, soft case, paperwork, cloth, Bianchi holster.
Our Assessment: This 1977 Browning Hi-Power C-Series is a beautiful example of one of the most iconic and enduring semi-automatic pistols in firearms history. Designed by John Moses Browning and completed by Dieudonné Saive at FN, the Hi-Power set the standard for double-stack 9mm handguns for decades. This C-series example, manufactured in Belgium and imported by Browning Arms, features a polished blue finish, red-backed checkered walnut grips, and an adjustable rear sight—marking it as both a capable shooter and a collectible piece. Known for its accuracy, smooth single-action trigger, and timeless design, the Hi-Power has seen service in military and law enforcement roles around the world. This example is in Very Good overall condition, retaining approximately 97% of its original polished blue finish. The metal shows only minor handling wear, light scratches, and faint marks consistent with careful use. The bore is excellent—bright, with sharp rifling and a smooth, polished feed ramp—earning a 9.5/10 rating in this writer’s opinion. The grips are sharp and clean, with no chips or cracks and crisp checkering. Mechanically, the pistol functions flawlessly, with a smooth slide action and a crisp, clean trigger break. The magazine included is in Excellent condition and features an ejection spring for improved reliability.
As a C&R-eligible pistol, this Browning Hi-Power holds both historical and collector appeal, especially in this clean condition with its original components and a Bianchi holster included. Whether you’re an admirer of Browning’s legendary designs, a 9mm enthusiast, or a collector of Cold War-era sidearms, this C-series Hi-Power delivers outstanding craftsmanship, shootability, and enduring value. It’s a classic handgun that remains as relevant and admired today as it was when it left the factory nearly 50 years ago. -R.E.
