Description
There are plenty of .22 pistols out there, but the Buck Mark Medallion has always occupied a special spot in that category. It looks the part, shoots the part, and is built from materials you'd expect on something considerably more expensive. The frame starts as a solid billet of aircraft-grade 7075-T6 aluminum, CNC machined to tight tolerances, then topped with a blackened stainless steel slabside barrel that features polished silver flats. The result is a two-tone look that's equal parts functional and good-looking. Laminated rosewood-colored grips with a gold Buck Mark inlay round out the package, and the gold single-action trigger adds one more touch of class.
Buck Mark Medallion Rosewood: Accuracy Built Into the Design
The fixed barrel design is one of the biggest reasons the Buck Mark is such a consistent shooter. Because the barrel is integrated directly into the frame rather than cycling with the slide, alignment stays constant shot after shot. Add a hand-reamed chamber and a recessed muzzle crown for protection, and you have a barrel setup that makes tight groups far easier to repeat. The straight blowback action is simple, proven, and keeps the manual of arms clean and intuitive. Controls fall right where they should: a large thumb safety, mag release adjacent to the trigger guard, and a slide release that's easy to work with either hand.
The Vortex Crossfire Setup on the Buck Mark Medallion
This model ships with a Vortex Crossfire red dot already mounted and ready to zero. The mount is specifically designed to sit low, which means the TruGlo fiber-optic front sight and windage-adjustable rear sight co-witness right through the optic window. That's not just a nice-to-have feature — it means if the battery dies or the red dot gets bumped, you can keep shooting with your irons without needing to re-zero. It also means if you ever want to run it iron-sight only, transitioning back is painless. The pistol is also drilled and tapped, using an Aimpoint Micro footprint, so swapping to a different optic down the road is a realistic option.
At 34 ounces unloaded, the Medallion has enough weight to soak up .22 LR's already-light recoil to the point where muzzle movement between shots is almost a non-issue. Whether you're working on fundamentals, running steel at the range, or just enjoying a good afternoon with cheap ammo, this pistol stays comfortable and on-target from the first round to the last. It's made in the USA, and that level of build quality comes through the moment you pick it up.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Browning
- MPN: 051581490
- UPC: 023614853947
- Caliber: .22 LR
- Action: Single-Action Blowback
- Barrel Length: 5.5"
- Barrel Description: Blackened stainless steel slabside with polished silver flats
- Overall Length: 9.5"
- Weight (unloaded): 34 oz
- Capacity: 10+1
- Frame Material: 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum alloy, matte black finish
- Grips: Laminated rosewood-colored with gold Buck Mark inlay
- Front Sight: TruGlo fiber-optic
- Rear Sight: Windage-adjustable (co-witness)
- Optic Included: Vortex Crossfire Red Dot (co-witness low mount)
- Optic Footprint: Aimpoint Micro
- Safety: Manual thumb safety, 2-position frame-mounted
- Country of Origin: USA
What’s Included
- Browning Buck Mark Medallion .22 LR pistol
- Vortex Crossfire Red Dot sight (mounted)
- 1 x 10-round magazine
- Pistol rug
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Vortex Crossfire red dot come pre-mounted on the Buck Mark Medallion?
Yes, the Vortex Crossfire ships already mounted on the pistol using a low-profile co-witness base. You'll still need to zero it to your preferred distance, but the optic is installed and ready to go right out of the box. The low mount keeps the TruGlo fiber-optic front sight and windage-adjustable rear sight visible through the red dot window, so your irons serve as a built-in backup.
Can I swap the Vortex Crossfire for a different red dot on the Buck Mark Medallion?
Yes. The Buck Mark Medallion is drilled and tapped using an Aimpoint Micro footprint, which is one of the more common optic mounting standards available. That opens up a solid selection of aftermarket red dots and mini reflex sights if you ever want to change things up. Just make sure any replacement optic uses the same footprint or is paired with the correct adapter.
What kind of ammo runs best through the Buck Mark Medallion?
The Buck Mark platform generally runs most reliably with standard or high-velocity 40-grain .22 LR loads. Quality rounds like CCI Mini-Mags or Federal American Eagle tend to feed and cycle consistently. Like most blowback-operated .22s, it can be picky with very cheap or low-velocity bulk ammo, especially before the gun has been broken in. Cleaning it regularly also goes a long way since rimfire guns accumulate fouling faster than centerfire pistols.
Is the Buck Mark Medallion good for new shooters?
It's one of the better options out there for someone just getting started. The .22 LR cartridge produces minimal recoil, the single-action trigger is crisp and easy to work with, and the included Vortex Crossfire red dot makes target acquisition intuitive. Controls like the thumb safety, slide release, and mag release are all positioned conveniently and are easy to learn. The weight also helps keep the pistol steady and on target.
How does the slabside barrel on the Buck Mark Medallion differ from a bull barrel?
A slabside barrel has flat, machined panels running along its sides rather than a fully round profile. On this model, those flat panels are polished to a silver finish while the curves are blackened, which gives the pistol its distinctive two-tone look. In terms of performance, slabside barrels provide good rigidity and sight radius similar to a bull barrel, while looking a bit more refined. The fixed barrel design on all Buck Marks is a key accuracy advantage regardless of barrel profile.
Does the Buck Mark Medallion come with a case?
This model ships with a pistol rug for storage and transport. The rug provides basic protection and is convenient for range trips or storage when not in use.





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