Bauer 25SSP .25 ACP Stainless Micro Pocket Pistol – Rare U.S.–Made Baby Browning Pattern
Built entirely from 416 stainless steel, the Bauer 25SSP delivers Baby Browning dimensions in an American-made package produced from 1972 to 1984. Its compact 4-inch profile, rotating barrel takedown, and pearl-style grips make it a standout among early stainless pocket autos and a desirable addition for collectors seeking a true vest-pocket classic.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Fair – Generally clean, some residue or smudges, slight corrosion.
Rifling Condition: Fair Rifling – Worn rifling, slight loss of definition.
The satin stainless finish shows scattered scratches, handling marks, and areas of finish loss on exposed edges.
What’s Included
- Factory Bauer Firearms cardboard box with matching serial-number label
- One 6-round stainless-steel magazine
- Factory literature set (exploded view diagram, holster flyer, registration card)
The 25SSP is among the first pocket pistols manufactured entirely from stainless steel in the United States, giving it notable corrosion resistance and setting it apart from its Belgian ancestor. Limited production before the company transitioned to Fraser Firearms further elevates its collectibility.
A striker-fired, single-action blowback system keeps the mechanism simple and reliable. The Browning-style barrel rotates clockwise for takedown—opposite of the FN Baby—offering quick field-stripping once learned.
Control features include a heel-type magazine catch, a manual thumb safety with half-cock notch, and rear slide serrations for positive manipulation. Fixed integral sights—front blade and square-notch rear—are milled directly into the slide for a snag-free profile.
Smooth ivory-colored synthetic grips add period-correct style while complementing the satin stainless frame. With a 2.1-inch barrel and 6+1 capacity, the pistol epitomizes vest-pocket dimensions yet retains the durability of stainless construction.