Funky pistol designs, part XIV: The Browning BDM

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I have the BDM for my 9mm collection. I don't shoot it much. It is not the best for accuracy, but it is not the worst. I do like it because it is unique.
 
Hoppy

Thanks for the tip. Ordered some today.:D

Planning for a range day Saturday. The BPM-D, PPK/S-1 and maybe the BHP MKIII.

Damn---I like this.
 
I had a BDM for a short time but I didn't like it so I sold it.

I couldn't get used to the ergonomics and the trigger was never to my liking. The gun didn't fit my hand well, I like grips that are a little beefier not so flat on each side.

Neat gun though, I did like how thin the frame was.

BTW if anyone is looking for one and wants to drive to Prescott I can tell you where to find one, its been sitting on the store shelf for months now, I think the price they are asking is under $400 but I can't remember exactly. I'll pass, been there done that don't want another, I'll stick with my Browning Hi-Powers thanks.
 
I have had my BDM for a number of years. I bought the gun used from a friend for less than $100. It had a couple of broken parts and would not shoot, but the finish was in good shape so I took a chance.

I let a local gunsmith play with it for a couple of months, but he was unable to fix it so I took a chance and shipped it off to Browning for repair. When I sent the gun in I explained that I was not the original owner and requested an estimate for the repair work. About 2 weeks later the gun arrived back at my front door all fixed up and with letter from Browning apologizing for the failure of the parts. Repair cost: $0.0. Now that's service!

Since then the BDM has become my favorite 9mm. It fits my hand perfectly, I love the trigger and the unique "Modes" you can put the gun in and it does a decent job putting the bullets where I want them to go.

My particular gun shows a distinct preference for 115 gr FMJ which I load myself although it does fairly well with 123 gr LRN as well.

I am glad that I took a chance on the BDM and if I ever get another opportunity like that again I may get a second one.
 
Holy Zombie Threads, Batman!

If I count correctly, this is the FOURTH time this thread has been resurected from the dead by a new member.

I guess the question now is: Could a BDM kill this zombie thread??

(BTW, Rich, Welcome to The High Road and remember: Thou shalt not commit thread necromancy!)
 
I almost got one at $150 in 2001! I find the revolver mode real neat and I like it has a steel frame.
 
I almost got one at $150 in 2001! I find the revolver mode real neat and I like it has a steel frame.

For that price, it was decidedly a mistake to let it pass.:what:

I have a 2 tone (think Browning Hi-Power Practical) that I bought NIB shortly after they were discontinued. Had to wait a while before I could get full cap magazines. I really think Browning didn't - and this is an old story - try hard enough with this gun. It's slim, accurate, and has alot of neat features. The ability to quickly switch modes of fire is a nice little addition for the general public but I imagine it would scare of PDs. Maybe they should have offered a PD version where the mode of fire could be set by an armorer in a process that's not too easily done by line officers.
 
It was going to be a private sale and seller was wishy washy and I think it lackedb a mag.
 
BDM Practical - For Sale

95%
Shoots great.
Will add pics soon.
Taking offers.


SOLD :D
 
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If I count correctly, this is the FOURTH time this thread has been resurected from the dead by a new member.

I guess the question now is: Could a BDM kill this zombie thread??
Now it's the fifth time.

And the answer to your question is: "Apparently not..."
 
Sold mine recently

Had a matte finish BDM until recently. It developed an extraction problem; replaced the extractor but it still failed to extract. Anyone have the same issue or maybe know the cause of the problem?
 
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Sorry All... Newbie Here...
Did a google search and brought me here...

My Input on The Browning BDM 9mm...

I had a chance to shoot it before it was on the market in the Browning tunnels up in Mt. Green, Utah. Fell in love!

I asked when it was going to be in shops and the guy I knew marked the box and told me where this very gun was going to be shipped and when it was available...
I still have the box with the "X" on it!!!

It's perfect for CCW and if you do bailbonds. Fits sweet in the waist.

I got mine pre-hicap so I got a 15 round mag with mine plus my friend hooked me up with another 15 round and a Browning holster made just for the BDM.

My brother has a Ruger P-95 Stainless and I would much rather shoot my BDM!!!

God Bless John M. Browning! He is my hero!!!
 
CQR80...
The only time mine has extraction problems is when my wife shoots it. She has a bad case of limpwrist and doesn't hold the gun firm enough for the action to slide all the way back jamming a casing in the slide.
 
I just bought my 1st Browning BDM, literally 2 hours ago.

Mine is a N.T. serial # and was made in Morgan Utah.

Thought I'd try to revamp this old thread, but it looks like someone else just beat me to it.

I'm going to take it to the range tomorrow and will post some pictures later.

I'd like any information that you Browning "experts care to share with me.

Thank you in advance for your help.

:cool:
 
OK, it's alive, so I may as well take advantage.
I have a very Hi-Power-looking 14 round mag that is not for a BHP. Can someone post a sidexside pic of BHP and BDM mags together?
Thanks.
 
Holy Post Time Machine.

This post needs many photos for those us who don't know squat about the wonderment Browning BDM you refer to.
 
This post needs many photos for those us who don't know squat about the wonderment Browning BDM you refer to

Here you go.
 

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