Description
The Buck Mark platform has been around since 1985, and it earned its reputation the honest way: by being genuinely accurate, reliable, and fun to shoot with virtually any standard .22 LR ammunition. The Medallion takes everything that makes the base model great and steps up the aesthetics considerably. The frame is machined from a solid block of aircraft-grade 7075 aluminum alloy, which keeps the gun light enough to shoot all day but rigid enough to hold its accuracy session after session. At 34 ounces with the 5.5-inch barrel, there's enough weight up front to soak up the negligible recoil of .22 LR and settle back on target fast.
What Makes the Buck Mark Medallion Stand Out
The slabside stainless barrel is the centerpiece of this model. It runs matte black on the curves with polished silver on the flats, and that contrast against the warm rosewood grips gives it a look that stands out in any gun rack. The checkered and engraved rosewood panels aren't just for show either. They give you a solid, consistent grip without being aggressive on the hand. The gold-plated trigger is clean with minimal take-up and a break that a lot of centerfire pistol owners would honestly envy. Sight radius stretches out to 8 inches thanks to the long barrel, and the TruGlo fiber optic up front pairs well with the Pro-Target adjustable rear for both fast acquisition and precise adjustment.
The slide on the Buck Mark Medallion is thoughtfully designed with built-in recesses, raised side panels, and cocking ears at the rear that make racking and manipulating the slide easy and intuitive. The manual thumb safety and mag release both sit in natural, easy-to-reach positions adjacent to the trigger guard. The 10-round single-stack magazine includes an assist button on the left side of the follower, which makes loading a lot less of a chore.
Buck Mark Medallion at the Range
Point this pistol downrange and the combination of the fixed barrel design, long sight radius, and that clean trigger pull makes tight groups feel almost effortless. Whether you are punching paper, ringing steel at 25 yards, or just burning through a couple bricks of bulk .22 on a Saturday, the experience is consistently smooth and enjoyable. The grip angle mirrors the 1911, so it points naturally for a wide range of shooters. It is also worth knowing that the top strap accepts an optional Browning scope base, so adding a red dot is a straightforward upgrade down the road if you want to go that route.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Browning
- Model: Buck Mark Medallion
- MPN: 051543490
- UPC: 023614735618
- Caliber: .22 LR
- Action: Single-Action Blowback
- Barrel Length: 5.5"
- Overall Length: 9.5"
- Weight: 34 oz
- Capacity: 10+1
- Barrel Material: Stainless Steel, Slabside
- Barrel Finish: Matte Black on Curves, Polished Silver on Flats
- Frame Material: 7075 Aircraft-Grade Aluminum Alloy
- Frame Finish: Matte Black
- Grips: Checkered & Engraved Rosewood with Gold Buck Mark Inlay
- Front Sight: TruGlo / Marble Arms Fiber Optic
- Rear Sight: Pro-Target Fully Adjustable
- Sight Radius: 8"
- Trigger Finish: Gold Plated
- Safety: Manual Thumb Safety
What’s Included
- Browning Buck Mark Medallion pistol
- 1 x 10-round magazine
- Pistol rug
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Buck Mark Medallion handle different types of .22 LR ammo?
The Buck Mark platform is well-regarded for eating a wide variety of standard and high-velocity .22 LR loads without fuss. CCI Mini-Mag and similar high-velocity loads tend to cycle the most consistently. Like any rimfire pistol, keeping it clean makes a real difference since rimfire ammo is dirtier than centerfire, so plan to run a brush through it more often than you might with a 9mm.
Can I mount a red dot or optic on the Buck Mark Medallion?
The Medallion does not come with a built-in Picatinny rail, but the top strap of the receiver accepts Browning's optional scope base, which installs in place of the stock top strap using the existing screws. There are also third-party rail options available from makers like Tactical Solutions and Volquartsen that are popular in the Buck Mark community. It is a straightforward upgrade that opens the door to a wide range of red dots and compact scopes.
What makes the Medallion model different from other Buck Mark variants?
The Medallion is essentially the premium-looking version of the standard Buck Mark lineup. It brings checkered and engraved rosewood grips with a gold Buck Mark inlay, a blackened stainless slabside barrel with polished flats, and a gold-plated trigger that gives the whole package a distinctly upscale look. The core platform and mechanical features are shared across the Buck Mark family, but the Medallion adds a level of refinement and visual appeal you do not get with the more utilitarian models.
Is the Buck Mark Medallion a good choice for a newer shooter?
It is one of the better options out there for someone still building fundamentals. The .22 LR chambering keeps recoil minimal, the grip angle is similar to a 1911 so it points naturally, and the single-action trigger is predictable and consistent rather than heavy or mushy. The 34-ounce weight also helps absorb what little movement there is, making it easy to stay on target.
What is the trigger pull like on the Buck Mark Medallion?
The single-action trigger is one of the standout features on the whole Buck Mark line. Pull weight runs around 4 pounds with minimal take-up and a clean break, which is genuinely impressive for a factory rimfire pistol in this category. The gold-plated finish is a nice touch visually, but the feel is what really gets attention from people who shoot it for the first time.
Does the Buck Mark Medallion come with a case?
This model ships with a pistol rug rather than a hard case. The rug provides basic protection for transport and storage, and it keeps the pistol clean and scratch-free. If you want a hard case for range use or long-term storage, standard handgun cases sized for a full-size pistol will fit the 9.5-inch overall length comfortably.





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