Baby Browning .25ACP

[Lcass]

I have a Baby Browning (1968 I thnk) I inherited. I know it hasn't been out of the case for more than 20 years. Is there anything to be concerned about before shooting after a good cleaning? Are these guns reliable carry weapon.
Any information about the gun appreciated

 

[SSGSAD]

JMHO, but it is a Browning..... clean and inspect, if any doubt, have it checked by a 'smith, should be gtg.....

 

[Bigtanker]

You could always find a gunsmith to check it out to make sure it's safe. A good cleaning and visual check
Might be all it needs.

 

[jontheturboguy]

25acp isnt the best choice, however it could be better than nothing.

Id have a smith inspect it first.....

 

[LANShark42]

Guess you have to define "reliable carry weapon". Reliable? Probably. It's a Browning. GOOD carry weapon? Plenty of debate there. A heavy coat will likely stop a .25ACP. So IMO - no. YMMV

 

[Bennettjh]

Since it's a Browning, IMHO a good cleaning and oiling SHOULD be all it needs.

As far as caliber... .25ACP leaves a little to be desired but I'm not into caliber wars. Carry what you're comfortable with. I wouldn't want to be shot with any size gun but, I'm not a crazy BG. Any functioning gun is better than no gun any day.

 

[bikeman]

I also have one and it very reliable. I have a lot of different handguns from .22 to .41 Magnum and the the Browning is by far the most unpleasant to shoot. It is so small you cannot hold on to it which makes it difficult for me to shoot accurately ........and it stings you hand. I have carried it from time to time but it is not my first choice.