newsletter for at-a-glance access to industry news, gear, gun reviews, videos and more—delivered directly to your Inbox. The Browning BDM was developed in 1991 by the Browning Arms Company, and unlike Browning's (FN Herstal) P-35 Hi-Power model, was manufactured only … Thread starter str8shtr; Start date Jan 25, 2015; S. str8shtr New Member. Buy Browning BDM Grip Factory replacement gun parts, accessories and gunsmithing service on most manufacturers including Browning, Winchester, FN America, Beretta, Benelli Franchi, Stoeger, Remington, Bushmaster, Marlin, Sig Sauer, HK and many more. Along the top left-rear edge of the slide there was a round drum with a screw-slotted head. It sits unfired in the safe. $44.00 $39.95. $44.00 $39.95. View Sellers Items Description: Browning BDM 9mm excellent condition. The slide cycled in recoil, cocking the hammer and resetting the trigger to the rear for a crisp single-action pull for the next one (or more). Every time I say that I'm going to buy one on Gunbroker, I end up picking up something else instead. C $43.84. Browning BDM holster. The MK 3 DBM shares many of the qualities of the original sporting BARs and the BAR MKII series that followed. Your first look will tell you you’re looking at a mini Beretta 92. Browning Magazines. The BDM is a full-size, all-steel, 15+1-round pistol comparable to models from Smith & Wesson, Beretta, Ruger, FN America, Heckler & Koch, Taurus and many others. I really like the Browning BDM I bought about a year ago. Joined Dec 23, 2014 … It is recommended that all parts be fit by a qualified gunsmith. New (Other) Semi-automatic pistol advocates maintained the increased capacity of a 9 mm semi-automatic—as well as the obviously quicker reload time—rendering the wheelgun obsolete. $45.99 $37.95. Add to cart. And, like the same revolver, you can thumb-cock the exposed hammer for a crisp single-action pull. They came out of it with flying colors. From United States +C $16.19 shipping estimate. Barrel [9] (various caliber versions may be available and compatible). Add to My Saved Parts. It also weighs in at just 31oz, which is light for a full size, steel framed pistol. On a number of occasions recently, I’ve had need to mention the so-called “Wondernine Wars.” This was a time in firearms history where literally every maker that mattered introduced some new and different model 9 mm pistol that was pretty much like all the others. Reviews; Price Match Guarantee; SSL … Jan 25, 2015 #1. In short, the BDM is thin, streamlined, comparatively light for a steel frame 15 round pistol, and by all reports I've read it is both accurate and reliable. ... Browning BDM 9MM 15 Round Magazine. The only thing I do not like about it are the sights. There’s a reason for that. 3 watchers. All parts listed in this category are specific to the Browning BDM Pistol unless otherwise noted. Browning BDM 9mm 15Rd Magazine Description: Browning BDM 9mm 15Rd Magazine, This is a new BDM Replacement Magazine made by Triple K USA, Check Pictures, Cost is 40.00 plus 6.00 shipping Price is for each, NO CC FEES Price: 40.00 each plus 6.00 shipping Top Rated Seller Top Rated Seller. This is a nice little blast from the past from Browning. For them, Browning’s BDM is a sound hunk of top-notch fightin’ iron. It was made by Fabrique Nationale in Belgium, and was designed by John Moses Browning like like the Colt 1911. The BPM-D (Browning Pistol Mode-Decocker) was a conventional DA/SA. Never did get around to shooting it. Not all parts that are available for online purchase are shown on the schematic. More than just molded leather, the LockLeather unique click-retention clip locks your Browning into place to give you the safety and security of a Kydex holster with the comfort and durability of premium leather. Even now, its still amazingly thin for a high capacity pistol. Dec 15, 2011 #1. There are certain guns that I want bad enough to look for on Gunbroker on a daily basis. When the shooter swept the trigger back, the hammer came back and released to fire the first shot. A GT Super Moderator has deemed my opinion unworthy and deleted my posts. It's one of the "Practical" ones. On the other hand, they don't come up for sale locally very often and the few that I've seen over the years have always been pretty beat up. I had one for a long time, even carried it. There’s a reason for that. But in this era of all things tactical, Browning has decided to give the MK 3 DBM a harder look. OpticsPlanet.com is your supplier of Browning BDM 9mm holsters by BlackHawk.OpticsPlanet is one of the leading BlackHawk vendors anywhere - we carry every BlackHawk Browning BDM 9mm holster that is still being manufactured. Ideal Combo | Shot Business. I have a few facts and a lot of opinions. A forum community dedicated to Glock firearm owners and enthusiasts. A notch rear sight and a blade front sight adorn a 4.75" barrel. One show I looked at it like I usually do and he asked me why I didn't just go ahead and buy it. Barrel. Today, with molded-polymer frames, most companies offer a service semi-auto that is a lot more ergonomic than the contemporaries of the BDM, but not that unique gun. View All Browning Magazines. January 25, 2018 by homelandsecuritynet.com. Part Key: 1. Diary of a holster junkie (Holster reviews), Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 3290 W. Big Beaver Rd. BDMs are reliable and accurate; I know of several torture-test shoots where the gun was subject to protracted firing. Some small-handed shooters struggle with guns that are just too big. Note that it appeared before the world of handguns had gone so heavily for polymer frames. One result of this development was a pistol called the Browning BDM, which stands for “Browning double mode.” This allowed for a user-selectable “traditional” double-action/trigger cocking first shot and single-action follow-up shots, as well as a “DAO” selection that rendered it … Dealer seemed to have it on his table forever. This is approximately the same trigger action as most DA/SA revolvers in police-service use. BROWNING BDA 380 ACP GUN REVIEW. It's got that crappy parkerized type finish on the slide and a hard chrome lower. or Best Offer. Sort by: 1 Barrel Enlarge Image. The BDM was the first Browning that I purchased, I was talked into it by the salesman who stated that it was thinner than the High Power and held more rounds. For me, the Browning BDM is right on the border between these two mindsets. Your Price: $47.19. But unlike the 1911, the High Power has always stayed under the Browning name and it is still manufactured today by Miroku in Japan. This Browning BDM is a full-sized semi-automatic personal defense pistol chambered in 9mm. BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES FILIGREE CAMI TOP FRONT DESIGN CHOPPER PITBULL MASTIFF. Browning Hi-Power 9mm Promag Magazine. I cannot think of a single thing to say... We had a guy here who loved them and wore out three at IDPA competition. Although the BDM was pretty typical in appearance, it was unique in its management. I even got a couple of the full cap mags for it as soon as the ban was over. Suite 500, Troy, Michigan 48084 USA. Product #: 187840 Shipment prohibited outside USA. My shop gave me an awesome price and I brought it home for $435 out the door. If you have difficulty finding the best holster for your Browning BDM 9mm firearm, give us a call and one of our product specialists will help you find … This one came into my local shop last week and its in a solid 90% to 92% condition and in perfect working order. This is a pistol that's been on my "B" purchase list for at least five years. He quoted a couple of prices for me (I've done lots of business with him) and we finally settled on something that I really liked and he could live with. This is how most other pistols of that time worked. This is a nice little blast from the past from Browning. Turning it to align with a “P” on the slide and the lockwork was set to make the BDM behave like a DA/SA trigger system. Similar in appearance to Browning's P-35 model "Hi-Power" pistol, the BDM was actually a new design created to compete in service trials as a standard issue pistol for the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation. Before there was a Sig P226 or a Beretta M92 there was a the Browning High Power. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. We had a distraction in the midst of the “war” sometimes known as the Caliber Campaign, wherein other calibers were considered. I am considering looking at a Browning BDA in 380 locally. If the revolver-like BRM was thumb-cockable, it would be an interesting handgun. Privacy Policy   •   Contact Us   •   Warnings   •   FAQs   •  © 2021 National Rifle Association of America. Seller Description Produced from 1991 to 1997, this Browning BDM (Browning Dual Model) is a personal defense pistol chambered in 9mm and made with a … by Wiley Clapp - Turn the drum selector to align with an “R” (for revolver) and the gun behaved somewhat like a revolver. Like most of Browning’s designs, the SA 22 is a remarkable melding of a simple yet efficient device, combined with grace and elegance. The means of doing that is largely a extremely compact butt section, which results from the clever use of springs in the lockwork. I have never handled either of the simplified versions of the BDM and would very much like to do so. Partners. Dec 15, 2011 #1. I bought it, oh I don't know, sometime in the mid-90's. This gun is slightly larger than a Hi Power, yet weighs a little less. At that point in handgunning history, there was a considerable argument that the long-stroke, double-action-only trigger on most revolvers was desirable for reasons of handling and safety. Congrats, nice gun and interesting history. Click on any part number highlighted in RED to view specific details or to purchase online. I wonder if they are similar... "A fear of weapons is a sign of retarded sexual and emotional maturity.". Browning Pistol Magazines. 2 product ratings - Safariland 77-76-23PBL Double Magazine Holder Beretta Browning 9MM BDM Ruger NEW. I've asked that my account membership and all posts be removed. Browning BDA Review. ... Browning BDM 9MM 15 Round Magazine. In this column, I would call to your attention to one that did not survive, although it did have the requisite 15-round magazine and not just one, but two trigger actions. The idea was to give the BDM user a gun that could be arranged to perform to suit the needs and skills of various users. Browning Hi-Power 9mm Promag Magazine. GUN COLLECTIONS WANTED FOR CASH! With few exceptions, this ocean of Nines all have double-column magazines and some form of simplified trigger action. New sights for a Browning BDM. I had the opportunity to buy a BDM of decent shape last year but passed because I couldn't find extra mags for decent price. $227.25. A somewhat compact semiauto at about 6 3/4 inches and a whopping pound and a half empty. Browning BDM. Parts List. The BRM (Browning Revolver Mode) had no switch and only a DAO trigger. Rather, they confused too many handgunners, who did not buy them. That is a shame, because the BDM had other virtues. Made for the Browning BDM (Full Size) with a 4.73 in. What he didn't tell me was it only came with one magazine and extra magazines were $100 each. Nope. Get the Shooting Illustrated Reloaded newsletter for at-a-glance access to industry news, gear, gun reviews, videos and more—delivered directly to your Inbox. Browning 1911-22 22LR 10-Round Magazine. A somewhat compact semiauto at about 6 3/4 inches and a whopping pound and a half empty. I really liked the pistol, as did some of the most-informed handgunners I knew. As it was, the Browning BDM died a quiet death after less than a decade of production. Thursday, May 16, 2019. I did check out Gunbroker for them on occasion, but was just never motivated enough to purchase one, especially for the $500 to $600 asking prices (not counting shipping costs and transfer fees). Browning Auto Pistols BDM 9mm. Then there are other guns that I look for on a casual basis in my local shops, but they aren't rare enough and/or I don't want one bad enough to search for them on Gunbroker. It was an American-designed-and-made pistol aimed primarily at law enforcement service and civilian use. Obviously Glock Talk can regulate their own forum, likewise I don't have to participate when unwarranted characterizations and heavy handed censorship are used to diminish free speech. Very cool. JavaScript is disabled. The gun was made in the U.S. by Browning and sold as the Browning Double Mode (BDM). Description: The Browning BDM is a semi-auto pistol was developed in 1991 (This one was made in 1994) by the Browning Arms Company, and unlike Browning’s (FN Herstal) P-35 Hi-Power model, was manufactured only in North America,production ceased in 1998. Browning Baby 25 ACP 6 Round Magazine. $28.00 $22.95. That issue has kinda sorted itself out, and the caliber that took home all the marbles is the old 9 mm. The Browning BDM is a semi-automatic pistol designed and manufactured by the Browning Arms Company up until production ceased in 1998. The BDM offered dual-lockwork systems and should have been welcome for its unique nature. Reviews; Price Match Guarantee; SSL Secure Shopping. But, I feel the options were not welcome with the clarion call that hailed the millennium. Seller Description. Another claim to fame of the Browning BDM was that it was perhaps the thinnest double stack auto of its day. Joined Aug 2, 2009 Messages 1,892 Reactions 0 Points 0. But there is one additional virtue of the BDM that makes it competitive to the present. Browning 112044501 X-Bolt Long Action 300 Win Mag/338 Win Mag/7mm Rem Mag 3rd X-Bolt Polymer Burnt Bronze Cerakote Finish. There was also a safety that doubled as a decocker when the BDM was in pistol mode. In evaluating this gun back in those days, I developed a healthy respect for its performance. Home > Gun Magazines > Browning Magazines. Browning Buck Mark Magazine .22 LR 10 Rounds Steel Blued Finish 112055190 Browning Buck Mark Magazine .22 LR 10 Rounds Steel... Our Low Price $38.70 QuickView I have a BDM. Explaining the gun is a little complicated. As it was, the Browning BDM died a quiet death after less than a decade of production. Guns Magazine Calls the Browning BAR Mk 3 DBM “One Great.308” One of the world’s great (yet often underappreciated) centerfire autoloaders is Browning’s sporting BAR. We buy, sell, consign and trade new and used firearms. The Browning HP-DA and SFS Hi Power both had their origins in the 1983 XM-9 pistols trials. That is a shame, because the BDM had other virtues. The BDA 380 is similar to the beretta double stack 380 a beautiful weapon. Your first look will tell you you’re looking at a mini Beretta 92. Women On Target® Instructional Shooting Clinics, Volunteer At The Great American Outdoor Show, Marion P. 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Browning 035438246 X-Bolt Max Range Bolt 300 Win Short Mag (WSM $ 1,199.99 (0) Browning XBOLT MAX LR HNTR 28NOS ... , Team Buds, Recent Reviews, Accessibility Policy. nice...and you have a nice example too...I have heard the mags are available from time to time from CDNN...I passed on one of these back when at a time they were really affordable...I'm sure we could all tell such stories...anyway...I'll bet it's a nice shooter and thin for a double stack...congratulations again Brian... Neat find. In order to boost sales, Browning even offered two variants of the gun. We’re at a point in the battle that a healthy bushel of guns persist in the marketplace, while many others have fallen by the wayside and that milestone shooter called the Glock is stronger than ever. Thread starter dondavis3; Start date Dec 15, 2011; dondavis3 Well-Known Member. Come join the discussion about optics, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, troubleshooting, accessories, classifieds, and more! 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