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carguychris · April 10, 2009, 11:46 AM

Howdy all,

I've handled a couple of FN / Browning Model 1922s at gun shows, and it seems like a pretty neat little pistol available for a reasonable price. I'm interested to hear more about them from anyone who owns one and/or has fired one extensively. I prefer functional collectibles, so I'd like to hear any hints on what to look out for.

I've also read that these can be found with WWII Nazi proofmarks, although I understand that it wasn't an official issue handgun for front-line troops. More info about this would be appreciated.

Thanks!

Footnote: I'm not interested in debating the effectiveness of the .32ACP round for SD. That's why I'm posting this in the "C&R" section rather than the "General Handgun" or "Semi-Auto" section. Cheers!

April 10, 2009, 11:46 AM	#1
carguychris Senior Member Join Date: October 20, 2007 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 7,523	Fn 1922? Howdy all, I've handled a couple of FN / Browning Model 1922s at gun shows, and it seems like a pretty neat little pistol available for a reasonable price. I'm interested to hear more about them from anyone who owns one and/or has fired one extensively. I prefer functional collectibles, so I'd like to hear any hints on what to look out for. I've also read that these can be found with WWII Nazi proofmarks, although I understand that it wasn't an official issue handgun for front-line troops. More info about this would be appreciated. Thanks! Footnote: I'm not interested in debating the effectiveness of the .32ACP round for SD. That's why I'm posting this in the "C&R" section rather than the "General Handgun" or "Semi-Auto" section. Cheers! __________________ "Smokey, this is not 'Nam. This is bowling. There are rules... MARK IT ZERO!!" - Walter Sobchak Last edited by carguychris; April 10, 2009 at 11:48 AM. Reason: Didn't capitalize the "N" in "FN" in title...