The Browning 1911-380 Black Label Compact is a single-action semi-automatic pistol chambered in .380 ACP. It holds 8+1 rounds, has a 3.63-inch barrel, measures 6.88 inches overall, and weighs 16 oz. The matte black finish covers a polymer frame with a beavertail design. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Browning 
• Model: 1911-380 Black Label Compact 
• Caliber: .380 ACP 
• Action: Single Action Only (SAO) 
• Capacity: 8+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 3.63 inches 
• Overall Length: 6.88 inches 
• Weight: 16 oz (1 lb) 
• Finish: Matte Black 
• Frame Material: Polymer with Beavertail Design 
   

Features 

The 1911-380 carries the familiar 1911 controls and ergonomics scaled down for .380 ACP. It has both an ambidextrous manual thumb safety and a grip safety, which are standard 1911 safety features. The polymer frame keeps weight at 16 oz -- noticeably light for a 1911-pattern gun. Fixed combat sights give a usable sight picture for defensive use without moving parts to malfunction. 
 
At .380 ACP, recoil is mild, which makes this gun manageable for shooters who find full-size .45 ACP or 9mm too heavy. The 8+1 capacity is adequate for the caliber and the compact size.

Owners of the Browning 1911-380 Black Label Compact most often mention two things: weight and aesthetics. At 16 ounces the gun is comfortable for all-day carry, and the 1911 styling appeals to shooters who prefer traditional lines over modern polymer-only designs.

Accuracy gets positive marks. The .380 ACP caliber produces manageable recoil, and most owners report the gun is easy to shoot accurately at defensive ranges. The single-action trigger is clean, consistent with 1911-pattern designs.

Magazine capacity at 8+1 comes up as the main practical limitation compared to other compact carry pistols. Some buyers accept this as a reasonable tradeoff for the size and weight; others who want more rounds look elsewhere.

Trigger feel draws mostly positive comments, though a small number of users describe it as heavier than expected. This may reflect the grip safety engagement affecting perceived pull weight. Build quality and fit and finish are consistently praised -- the gun looks and feels better than its price would suggest for a Browning product.