FN Browning Hi-Power Mark III .40 S&W, 1996 Production, Custom Pachmayr Grips, 10-Round, Matte Black
This 1996 FN Browning Hi-Power Mark III in .40 S&W combines the iconic single-action design with the reinforced slide and cast frame built specifically for the higher-pressure .40 S&W cartridge. Finished in matte black epoxy over steel and fitted with aftermarket Pachmayr Signature wrap-around grips, it offers both collectibility and practical shootability. Limited .40 S&W production and discontinuation in 2018 make this full-size Hi-Power a desirable find for enthusiasts.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent – showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent – clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent – sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The pistol exhibits minimal handling marks with no notable finish loss.
What’s Included
- Browning factory gray plastic pistol case
- Two 10-round stainless steel factory Browning/FN .40 S&W magazines
Produced in 1996, this Mark III belongs to the limited mid-1990s .40 S&W run identified by its 2W5 serial prefix. FN engineered a heavier forged slide, extended dust cover, and external extractor to handle the .40 S&W round, distinguishing it from 9mm Hi-Powers.
The cast-steel frame and matte black epoxy finish provide strength and corrosion resistance while maintaining the classic Hi-Power profile. Factory fixed three-dot sights offer a clear sight picture, and the external rowel hammer retains the traditional look.
Safety features include an ambidextrous thumb safety, internal firing-pin block, and magazine disconnect. The crisp single-action trigger remains a hallmark of the design.
Aftermarket Pachmayr Signature rubber grips with finger grooves add a secure, comfortable hold without altering the pistol’s lines. These grips, combined with the pistol’s natural balance, make range sessions enjoyable.