The Browning 1911-380 Black Label Medallion Pro is a single-action .380 ACP pistol built on a compact 1911 frame. At 18 oz with a 4.25-inch barrel it's one of the lighter SAO carry options available. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Browning 
• Model: 1911-380 Black Label Medallion Pro 
• Caliber: .380 ACP 
• Action Type: Single Action Only (SAO) 
• Capacity: 8+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 4.25 inches 
• Weight: 18 ounces (1.13 lbs) 
• Finish: Matte Black 
• Sights: 3-Dot Combat Night Sights 
   

Features 

 
At 18 oz this is genuinely light for a steel-framed .380 in 1911 configuration. The matte black finish with polished silver flats on the slide is distinctive for the Medallion Pro variant. Checkered rosewood grips with a gold Buck Mark inlay dress it up without adding bulk. 3-dot combat night sights handle low-light use. The ambidextrous thumb safety and beavertail grip safety follow standard 1911 layout. .380 ACP recoil in this frame is quite mild.

The 1911-380 gets consistent praise for weight and ergonomics. 18 oz for a SAO .380 in classic 1911 form is genuinely light, and shooters who like the 1911 manual of arms appreciate having it in a small, easy-to-carry package. The night sights are called out as a worthwhile standard feature.

Caliber debate is the main recurring theme. Some shooters prefer .380 for reduced recoil and lighter carry; others argue the capacity-to-stopping-power tradeoff favors 9mm alternatives. Pricing comes up regularly. The Medallion Pro sits at a premium compared to polymer carry options with higher capacity. Reliability with various .380 loads is generally reported as good. Aftermarket for 1911-380 specific parts is limited compared to full-size 1911 platforms.