Browning Hi-Power

The Browning Hi-Power is a single-action, semi-automatic 9mm pistol.

Specifications
Weight: 2.19 lb (1 kg)

Length: 7.8 in (20 cm)

Barrel Length: 4.7 in (12 cm)

Cartridge: 9x19mm Parabellum

Action: Short-recoil operated

Rate of Fire: Semi-automatic

Muzzle Velocity: 1,100 ft/s (335 m/s)

Effective Range: 50 m

Feed System: 13-round detachable box magazine

Uses
The Browning Hi-Power was designed in response to a French military requirement for a new service pistol, known as the Grande Puissance (literally "high power"), in the 1930's. It was used in World War II, both by the Allies and Axis powers. It is still in use today, and is one of the most widely used military pistols of all time, having been used by the armed forces of more than 50 nations.