At times, my Great-Grandmother Frances embodied the archetype of the sweet, doting grandma, serving you apple pie and recounting tales of "the good ole’ days". But appearances can be deceiving, for she talked softly but also carried a big stick - or rather, a tiny pistol. Unlike some grandmothers who might carry tissues or mints in their purse, Frances had something a bit more unconventional stashed away; this FN Baby Browning. A diminutive woman, grandma Frances may have been lacking in size, but she made up for it with her tough as nails spirit. Her college education and grace belied her true grit. I fondly remember the story of the time a local sheriff’s deputy owed her money, but had no intention to pay his debt. Not the type to back down, she directly confronted the 300lb 6’5” deputy at his home . She was a force to be reckoned with. My grandpa accompanied her, just to make sure the deputy didn't kill her. Not that he could do anything to stop the deputy, but at least he could bear witness. Back in those days, the local courts weren't exactly a paragon of accountability. Let's just say it wouldn't have raised many eyebrows if the Sherriff's deputy "disappeared her" without a trace. After she finished her verbal tirade that would have made a pig blush, the deputy paid her. My grandpa let out a sigh of relief that she wasn’t killed and they returned home to the farm. They just don't build 'em with that kind of grit these days. Here is to you Great-Grandmother Frances.
Loved hearing your story, my grandmother passed and when my mom went through the belongings she left behind she found one of these same exact pistols. I’ve restored it but never shoot it. Sits nicely with my collection as “grandmas piece”
@@SamuelLopez-qy3oiGun stores might have them. 20 years ago they were 350-400. There is a company that made an identical clone. The parts all fit the Baby Browning. I broke the plastic magazine latch on mine. The replacement was metal and fit perfectly. That's one of those guns I wish I never somd
My grandfather’s Colt .25 cal. In the box, he bought new when he was discharged from the Navy was stolen by Troy Anthony de lisser. Along with 58 other firearms! Are you hearing this Troy?
That's not the kitchen gun. That's the junk drawer gun. The kitchen gun is next to the toaster and coffee pot, a .357 revolver. The hallway gun is by the bedroom door, a shotgun. The bathroom gun is with the shaving cream, a .45 1911. The truck gun is well That's an easy one, glove box, under seat, center console, and rifle behind the right shoulder.
Ok let's talk about a few things: - He wanted to shoot the cows - He was going to shoot the cows - The cows knew he was going to shoot them - They mooed and stared at him because they knew - He changed his mind last second - The cows were relieved - One cow knew he was joking - That one cow WINKED
Dude you summed up everything I was thinking and even things my subconscious was wondering about haha. The whole short gave off the feeling he wanted to shoot his cows. He even knows it. One shot (no pun intended) was of the gun with the cows clearly visible in the background lmao.
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@@cystichobnob5665OH hell yeah I know about that, I was 5yrs old and in... yes church with my grandma It was like 100 degrees and I was fidgity. She told me to be quiet, and I just couldn't. When we left the church My grandma ripped an oak tree out of the ground and commenced to whoop my little skinny behinny in front of the whole congregation! Never acted up in church again! I miss her so much, best shot I ever seen!
That stunted moo as you’re slamming the magazine home was EVERYTHING LOL! Also, that black cow looking at you point blank like, ‘it’s not gonna be enough bro.’
I worked for nearly 10 years as a machinist at Precision Small Parts, Inc. in Charlottesville, VA. I made literally thousands of those pistols. I operated the Deckel FP-2 and FP-4 on which the frame were machined, assembeled the polished and blued pistols, and test fired the vast majority of them. FWIW, they were polished and blued in Rustberg, VA. Some were made with the Browning markings for export, and many more under PSP, Inc. I can tell you that the Browning "Baby" .25 acp is an excellent design, and though generally frowned upon among most firearms enthusiasts for self-defense, it can absolutely be deadly. We were visited by the VA State Police one day, and the officer told us that it was THE favorite backup gun among the officers. And when the FBI visited us, the agent told us that it was the only firearm the women in the Japanese Police force were allowed to carry. I've never bothered to verify either claim, but I found it interesting nonetheless.
@shootermcgavin2819 you understand what he was tryna say yet STILL COMPLAIN ms Johnson is that you from 1st period English class ? I graduated ms Johnson I don't need to worry about how I spell to get an A+ anymore.
@@cowofwisdom your name checks out lol Farmstead animals are just used to loud noise i think, theres always work to do in a farm and often times its not gonna be quiet
Cows can be very chill. When I shoot the cows run TOWARDS me, I was shooting a 30-06 like a week ago and the cows came right in front of me and would not move lol
@@jacobmiller-ou3cg its been proven that the bullet will not bounce but shift directions if the trajectory is exact. Thats most lightweight ammunition as well.
Sweet little "get off me" gun. Im confused on why everyone thought he was gonna shoot a cow with a belly gun. Why tf would anyone do that. You use a rifle to put down an animal that size.
Damn she probably only used that thing a handful of times its so clean and in good shape, that's a pistol i would love to have and continue to preserve it
I have a little Beretta that I thought would be a neat little gun for CC and then I found out the damn things worth close to $1,000 so I will stick with my old 32
I have a raven .25 and it's a beautiful little chrome pocket rocket that shoots very well as long as it's clean and oil and the springs aren't worn out
@@jasonrussell777The Raven pistols were chrome plated "pot metal", they weren't made to last. Besides, the .25 ACP round is underpowered. You would be better off with a modern .22 Mag (WMR) or .380 ACP or larger.
Reminds me of my grandfathers beretta 950. He bought it after the second world war, gave it to me when i was 16, told me to only use it when my life or my mothers were at risk, and told me to keep it secret from my mother lol. Now many decades later, my grandpa is still alive lol, pushing 105 years of age, and his eyes still glow up when he sees me carring it. It is my most prized posession and the best gift ive ever had. My son or daughter will inherit it.
My father owned the very same pistol model. Very small and easy to conceal carry and yet packs a bit more punch than your mom's .22. I remember one had to be extra careful though while holding the gun - to not get "slide bite" when shooting. Also a very sleek, cool gun from a well respected maker.
My grandma always carried a 25cal in her purse. She looked like a little old church lady! (She also taught me the 'pull my finger routine') She was great. RIP gram! I have my mother's 30-40 Krag (btw, she weighed a mere 93lbs!), I've taken more Elk with that gun, it's still my favorite go to. Thank you for inspiring fond memories of my loved ones! God bless.
I now own my Grandma's Browning Baby 25 , Beretta model 20, Walther Model 9, Pre-72 Colt Cobra and Smith&Wesson model 10 Heavy Barrel Round butt. The Browning she always carried and the S&W was her bedside gun. She just passed June 05, 2023 and My life with never be the same. She gave me 47 years of unconditional love and Lived with me since my divorce in 2008. It was an honor to be able to care for her the last years of her life. #FUCKCANCER
Who else low key thought he was bout to take one of them cows out...I was like noooo but they was lookin like they were confident he wasn't like "try me"😂❤
Dudes a rancher, probably inherited, guys got to be a millionaire. Even if most of his wealth is tied up in ranching cattle, he’s got it made in the shade.
The "Baby" or "Baby Browning" was initially the FN 1931 and in some ways, the best of the breed. It was actually a redesign (improved) version of the FN 1906 pistol. It functioned well and was very easy to carry in a pocket or purse. It's sole drawback was it was too small to hold well. (And the sights were tiny and the trigger pull out weighed the pistol.)
@@IAmNoeyes Yeah. The one I have is rather similar. On the other hand, the gun and others of that ilk were designed for immediate self defense. So, adjustable sights and finely tuned triggers were-are not included.
And what did it BECOME ? This same design , cheaply manufactured in cast zinc , became the "number one crime gun in America" , the Phoenix Arms Raven .
@@Richie_the_Fixer Good heavens, no. NO! The inner workings are vastly different. They are more or less the same size. They both have a frame, slide, barrel and grips. That's about it. One notes that a large male gorilla has hair, lips, teeth, arms and legs. I also note male gorillas are seldom mistaken for Marilyn Monroe.even having those similarities
Why do you think it was an improvement over the FN 1906? The FN had a grip safety, making it a bit safer to carry for a cocked striker fired single action pistol. Also, it was a little bigger; still easily concealable, but a little easier to hold during shooting. Both high quality guns.
