FN Browning M1903 9x20mm SR Semi Auto Pistol C&R MFD 1908-28
SOLD FOR: $1,126.00
LSB#: WY240925JT047
Make: Fabrique Nationale
Model: FN Browning 1903
Serial Number: 34669
Year of Manufacture: 1908-1928
Caliber: 9x20mm Browning Long
Action Type: Blowback Semi-Automatic Pistol Fed by Detachable magazine
Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “FABRIQUE-NATIONALE-D’ARMES de GUERRE- HERSTAL-BELGIQUE.”, “BROWNING’S PATENT”, “DEPOSE.”, “lion / P.V” proof, “* / G” inspection mark, and a perron. The bottom rear of the slide is marked “34669”, a Crown, “X”, “V” in a box, A, Z, Y, G”. The right side of the chamber is marked with a “lion / P.V” proof, “crown / R” proof, “* / G” inspectors mark, a perron, and a crowned ovalled “E / LG / *” proof mark, the bottom of the chamber is marked “34669”, a boxed “V”, and a crown.. The left side of the frame is marked “lion / P.V” proof, “* / G” inspection mark, and a perron. The right trigger guard bow is marked with a boxed “V” and “S”. . The right side of the frame is marked with the serial number “34669”. The left trigger guard bow is marked with a “3””. The top of the frame is marked with the serial number, a crown, and a boxed “V”. All Numbers Matching
Barrel Length: 5”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a small blade fixed to the slide. The rear sight is a U-notch leaf dovetail to the rear of the slide.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered black hard rubber panels with the FN logo in an oval at the top. The left panel is relieved for the lanyard ring. Both panels show discoloration from age and handling. The checkering is otherwise defined. There are nicks and scratches on both panels. There are no chips or cracks. The grips rate in about very Good overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is semi-bright and the rifling is well defined. There is scattered light erosion in the bore. In the writer’s opinion the bore rates 8/10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 95% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish show operational and handling wear.There is thinning on all leading edges. There are dispersed light nicks and scratches throughout the metal surfaces, some of the most notable are on the top of the slide and the back strap. The slide serrations are sharp. The screw head are tool marked with serviceable slots. The pins are unmarked. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes with 1 magazine.
Our Assessment: The FN factory produced a total run of 58,442 model 1903 pistols, all in caliber 9mm Browning Long, which was the smallest production run of any FN Browning Pistol. Manufacturing began in 1908 and was stopped at the beginning of WWI in 1914. Production would begin again in 1919 and would eventually cease indefinitely in 1928. This example is No. 34669. It is in about Very Good condition, retaining approximately 95% of its original finish. This pistol would make a great addition to an FN Browning collection. Please see our photos and good luck on your bid!-C.M
