Make: FN Browning

Model: 1910

Serial Number: 410778, matching serialized parts

Year of Manufacture: 1930s / ATF Classification: C&R

Caliber/Gauge: 7.65x17mm Browning / .32 Auto

Action Type: Semi automatic, striker fired, detachable magazine

Barrel Length: 3.5"

Sights/Optics: The front sight is a short blade at the front of a shallow groove that spans the length of the slide. The rear sight is an integral U-notch at the rear of the groove. The groove is serrated to reduce glare.

Grip/Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered panels with FN monograms at their tops. The grips show light handling wear, but have a notable nick on the left panel near the middle. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in Very Good condition.

Type of Finish: Blued

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is mostly bright and the rifling is fairly sharp with light fouling. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer's opinion, the bore rates 9/10.

Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 90% of its metal finish. There is light thinning in the finish with edge wear and faint freckling scattered infrequently. The screw head on the grips shows moderate tooling and retains a turnable slot. The markings are clear and complete. Overall, this pistol rates in Very Good Plus condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this firearm. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: One 7rd magazine

Our Assessment: This pistol presents in very strong overall condition, retaining approximately 90% of its original blued finish. The bluing remains even with honest handling wear consistent with age, and the pistol retains matching numbered parts, an important point of originality for collectors. The compact, rounded profile of the Model 1910 remains crisp and immediately recognizable, reflecting FN's refined prewar manufacturing quality.

Mechanically, the pistol is excellent. The bore rates 9 out of 10, showing bright steel and well defined rifling with light wear only. The action functions correctly with smooth cycling, proper lockup, and consistent trigger operation. Overall fit remains tight, which is notable for a pistol of this vintage.

Historically, the FN Model 1910 is one of the most influential compact semi automatic pistols of the early twentieth century, widely adopted by military officers, police, and civilians across Europe and beyond. Its robust design, reliability, and compact dimensions made it a benchmark for pocket pistols of the era. A 1930s production example with strong original finish, matching numbers, and excellent mechanical condition stands as a highly desirable and historically significant FN Browning pistol.