The Browning Buck Mark Contour is a semi-automatic .22 LR pistol with a 5.5-inch contoured steel barrel, gray anodized frame, and matte black slide. It weighs 36 oz, heavier than a basic Buck Mark, which helps damp the already light .22 LR recoil and keeps the muzzle settled. Capacity is 10+1 rounds. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Browning 
• Model: Buck Mark Contour 
• Caliber: .22 LR 
• Action: Semi-Automatic (SAO) 
• Capacity: 10+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 5.5 inches 
• Weight: 36 oz (2.2 lbs) 
• Finish: Gray Anodized Frame with Matte Black Slide 
• Grips: Black Ultragrip RX 
   

Detailed Features 

The Weaver-style optics base is built into the top of the barrel, so attaching a red dot or magnified optic requires no drilling or aftermarket mounts. The Patridge front sight and adjustable Protarget rear sight with 16-click adjustments provide good factory iron options. The Black Ultragrip RX has a textured surface for consistent hand placement. Manual thumb safety is included. 
 

Target Audience 

Rimfire competition shooters, plinkers who want a heavier barrel for better balance, and new shooters learning trigger discipline on an easy-shooting platform. The optic-ready design makes it practical for anyone who wants to run a red dot on a .22. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

Rimfire target matches, recreational plinking, and marksmanship training where the low recoil and adjustable sights let the shooter focus on fundamentals.

Owners of the Buck Mark Contour consistently praise its accuracy and the steadiness that comes from the 36 oz weight. At the range, the heavier barrel keeps the muzzle planted between shots, which gets mentioned often in target shooting reviews.

The optic-ready design draws positive feedback. The built-in Weaver base means a red dot mounts directly without extra hardware, which most users find more convenient than the standard Buck Mark's non-optic-ready profile.

The grip and overall ergonomics are well-regarded, particularly for extended sessions. Recoil on .22 LR is already minimal, and the weight reduces it further.

Price is a recurring conversation point. Some buyers think it's well-priced for a Browning rimfire with this feature set; others compare it to cheaper .22 pistols and question the premium. The split is fairly even in discussions, with both camps acknowledging the quality is there. It's a question of how much that matters to the individual buyer.

Overall reception is positive, with most users satisfied with accuracy and build quality, and ongoing debates about value depending on intended use.