Browning 1911-22 A1 Full-Size .22 LR Semi-Auto Pistol, 4.25-Inch Barrel, Matte Black
The Browning 1911-22 A1 shrinks the classic 1911 design to 85 % scale, delivering familiar ergonomics in a lightweight, rimfire package. Introduced in 2011 to honor the M1911’s centennial, this full-size .22 LR variant weighs just 15.5 oz unloaded, sports a stainless steel, button-rifled barrel, and retains true single-action operation. It is a practical trainer and a collectible tribute to the original 1911 platform.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Rifling Condition: Good Rifling – Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor scuffs and scratches are present on the slide and frame but do not affect function.
What’s Included
- Snug-Fit soft pistol case (gray/black)
- 2× 10-round Browning 1911-22 steel magazines with polymer base pads
The pistol uses a straight blowback system combined with traditional 1911 single-action controls, giving shooters a familiar trigger and manual of arms while keeping recoil minimal.
Its 7075-T6 aluminum alloy frame and slide wear a durable matte-black anodized finish. Rear cocking serrations provide a positive grip for slide manipulation even with gloved hands.
The 4.25-inch stainless steel barrel features button rifling and a recessed crown to protect the muzzle. Fixed sights—a front blade machined into the slide and a drift-adjustable rear notch—offer a clean, snag-free profile.
Standard 1911 features such as a rowel hammer, extended thumb safety, and grip safety remain intact. Brown composite, full-checkered grip panels supply a secure hold without adding weight.
With a 10+1 capacity, compact overall size, and affordable .22 LR chambering, this Browning 1911-22 A1 serves well for training, plinking, or as a collectible nod to the century-old service pistol.