Beretta-Manufactured Browning BDA-380 .380 ACP Compact DA/SA, 3.8 in Barrel, 13+1
This Italian-made Browning BDA-380 stands out as a Beretta-manufactured, compact .380 ACP with the PB monogram and clear Browning and Made in Italy markings. It pairs a steel, closed-top slide with an aluminum-alloy frame, features an ambidextrous slide-mounted safety/decocker with red fire dots, and offers 13+1 capacity with fixed sights and wood grips bearing Browning "B" medallions.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are minimal markings from previous handling and use. The bore is bright and clean. Please refer to the photos for a closer look at the surfaces and markings.
What's Included
- 1x 13-round magazine
- Browning BDA-380 owner’s/operation manual
- Soft zippered pistol rug
Made by Beretta in Italy, this BDA-380 carries the PB monogram along with Browning Arms Company Morgan, Utah Montreal P.Q. and Made in Italy markings. The Browning slide legend is present, and the pistol shows the Browning serial code format "425RNxxxxx" on the frame/slide (full number not disclosed here).
The pistol uses a blowback-operated, double-action/single-action system with an external spurred hammer. Its closed-top steel slide has rear serrations and sits over an aluminum-alloy frame for a balanced carry profile. Controls include a left-side slide stop, frame takedown lever, and a magazine release.
Safety and handling features include an ambidextrous slide-mounted safety/decocker with red fire dots and a loaded chamber indicator. The sights are fixed, with a blade front and notch rear, providing a consistent, no-adjustment setup.
Compact dimensions and capacity make it practical for carry and range use: a 3.8 in barrel, approximately 6.8 in overall length, and a 13+1 round capacity. The smooth wood grips with Browning "B" medallions supply a classic look and secure in-hand feel.
Closely related to the Beretta 80-series and marketed in some regions as the FN 140DA, this BDA-380 represents a notable cross-brand collaboration with recognizable Italian proofing and Browning branding that appeals to enthusiasts of European-made DA/SA .380 pistols.