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| FN Grand Browning | |
|---|---|
| Type | Semi-automatic pistol |
| Place of origin | Belgium |
| Production history | |
| Designer | John Browning |
| Designed | 1914 |
| Manufacturer | FN Herstal |
| Specifications | |
| Cartridge | 9.65x23mm Browning |
| Action | Short recoil operation |
| Feed system | 8 round standard detachable box magazine |
The FN Grand Browning was a prototype semi-automatic pistol manufactured by FN Herstal of Belgium. The weapon was an M1911-type pistol intended for the European market but chambered in the 9.65×23mm round.
Overview
The FN Grand Browning is a 9.65×23mm calibre semi-automatic pistol using a short-recoil operation. The weapon is nearly identical to the M1911 but with a few differences, notably the sight blade, pistol grips, magazine capacity/components.
References
- FN Browning Pistols, Side Arms that Shaped World History. Anthony Vanderlinden, ISBN 0-9707997-9-9
- FN Grand Browning
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| FN Grand Browning | |
|---|---|
| Type | Semi-automatic pistol |
| Place of origin | Belgium |
| Production history | |
| Designer | John Browning |
| Designed | 1914 |
| Manufacturer | FN Herstal |
| Specifications | |
| Cartridge | 9.65x23mm Browning |
| Action | Short recoil operation |
| Feed system | 8 round standard detachable box magazine |
The FN Grand Browning was a prototype semi-automatic pistol manufactured by FN Herstal of Belgium. The weapon was an M1911-type pistol intended for the European market but chambered in the 9.65×23mm round.
Overview
The FN Grand Browning is a 9.65×23mm calibre semi-automatic pistol using a short-recoil operation. The weapon is nearly identical to the M1911 but with a few differences, notably the sight blade, pistol grips, magazine capacity/components.
References
- FN Browning Pistols, Side Arms that Shaped World History. Anthony Vanderlinden, ISBN 0-9707997-9-9
- FN Grand Browning