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There are .22 LR pistols, and then there are .22 LR pistols that actually make you want to pull them off the wall just to hold them. The Browning 1911-22 Black Label Medallion Full Size falls firmly in the second camp. Built at 85% of the original 1911's dimensions, it captures the ergonomics, the controls, and the whole feel of shooting John Moses Browning's most iconic design, without centerfire recoil or the cost of centerfire ammo. The aluminum alloy frame wears a matte black finish, the machined aluminum slide gets those distinctive brush-polished flats, and the stainless steel barrel is properly target-crowned at the muzzle. It's blowback-operated with a single-action trigger, so the manual of arms is exactly what any 1911 shooter expects.
Browning didn't cut corners on the Medallion's feature set. You get an extended ambidextrous thumb safety, an extended beavertail grip safety, a skeletonized hammer and trigger, and steel 3-dot sights dovetailed directly into the slide. The extended slide release is there too, meaning everything works the way a full-size 1911 works. For anyone who trains on a 1911 platform, this pistol makes a lot of sense as an affordable high-round-count practice tool since the controls and takedown procedure mirror the real thing.
The rosewood grip panels are laser-checkered and finished with a gold Buckmark inlay, which gives this pistol a dressy, collected look that's hard to find at this price point on a rimfire. This is the kind of gun that holds its own whether it's in a display case or being shot at the range. The 10+1 capacity keeps things reasonable for a single-stack .22, and the included ABS carry case means it ships protected and ready to store.
Reliability across a variety of standard .22 LR loads has been a consistent theme with this model, and the lightweight aluminum construction keeps overall weight down to just 15 oz, making it comfortable to shoot for extended range sessions.
Yes, and that's one of the main reasons people gravitate toward this pistol. The manual thumb safety, grip safety, slide release, and field-strip procedure all mirror a standard full-size 1911. If you're training for a 1911 carry gun, this is a smart way to build muscle memory without burning through centerfire ammunition.
It's aluminum alloy, not composite. Some listings have incorrectly described it as composite, but Browning's own product page and the UPC-verified specs confirm the Medallion version uses a lightweight aluminum alloy frame with a matte black finish.
The 85% scale means it's noticeably smaller in hand than a Government-size 1911, but not drastically so. The grip angle, control placement, and trigger feel are all very familiar. Shooters with larger hands may notice the size difference more, but most find it comfortable and easy to run accurately.
Like most blowback .22 pistols, it performs best with standard-velocity or high-velocity .22 LR ammunition. Subsonic and low-powered loads can sometimes cause cycling issues in blowback-operated rimfire pistols, so sticking with quality standard or high-velocity loads is a good call, especially during break-in.
Yes, Browning includes an ABS hard carry case with this model. It keeps the pistol protected during storage and transport, and is a nice touch at this price point.
The steel 3-dot sights are dovetailed into the slide, which means they can be drifted out and replaced with aftermarket sights that fit the same dovetail dimensions. It's worth confirming dovetail compatibility with any sight manufacturer before purchasing, since the 85% scale slide dimensions differ from a standard full-size 1911.
| UPC | 023614443728 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 051851490 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Pistol |
| Barrel Finish | STAINLESS |
| Barrel Length | 4.25" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .22 LR |
| Capacity | 10 + 1 |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 12.5 |
| Number of Magazines | 1 |
| Package Height | 2.5 |
| Package Width | 7.7 |
| Product Type | Pistol |
| Safety | Ambidextrous Thumb/Grip |
| Shipping Weight | 2.05 |
| Sights | 3-Dot |
| Sights Type | 3-Dot |
| Slide Description | Serrated |
| State Restriction (CA) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA |
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