chris in va
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Finally.
I've been looking at these for ten years and after the HiPoint debacle, decided it was time for a Beretta. It was on 'sale' and uses the 15rd 92 mags.
I haven't fired it yet so I'm just sitting here taking it apart and thought I would give first impressions.
It's light. I was wavering over the 45 or 9mm model but watching countless videos paying attention to recoil, I opted for the 9mm because...
1) Less recoil
2) Higher capacity mags
3) Mags are easy to find
4) Velocity is gained more vs 45
5) Double the shots for the same amount of lead cast
The trigger. Sure it feels spongy and stiff. But I have to say, and Glock owners will flame, but it feels almost exactly like a stiffer Glock trigger pull (and yes i had one). Mushy takeup, firm resistance then abrupt let off. Reset is really short unlike my AR. I'm sure that Sierra Papa kit would be a vast improvement but honestly it isn't as bad as described. I don't really feel like its gritty, just firm. Of course having plastic fire control parts is a bit disconcerting but apparently they work.
The two 15rd mags are rather rough compared to the MecGars on my CZ. The follower has a ton of stiction and the exterior has a matte finish, not glossy. They sit below flush so I'll need to look at 17 rounders at some point.
The retractable front rail isn't as flimsy as described. Sure it moves a bit but would be perfect for a small light.
This gun isn't 'plastic', but fiber reinforced polymer. It's the same stuff you see at the gas station when you hang up the pump, and in my experience is absurdly durable and stiff. I'm very happy about this.
The stock sights are pretty cool if you are into peeps. The front post is the adjustable one, up/down/left/right. They both flip down for optics use.
I really like how this thing comes apart. One 'pin' and the whole thing is out. NICE. Everything is reversible as well but the mag and safety need "gunsmith" removal per the book.
There's more but I'd just be going into the regular features most people already know. I'll try to shoot it here in a couple days to give more feedback.
I've been looking at these for ten years and after the HiPoint debacle, decided it was time for a Beretta. It was on 'sale' and uses the 15rd 92 mags.
I haven't fired it yet so I'm just sitting here taking it apart and thought I would give first impressions.
It's light. I was wavering over the 45 or 9mm model but watching countless videos paying attention to recoil, I opted for the 9mm because...
1) Less recoil
2) Higher capacity mags
3) Mags are easy to find
4) Velocity is gained more vs 45
5) Double the shots for the same amount of lead cast
The trigger. Sure it feels spongy and stiff. But I have to say, and Glock owners will flame, but it feels almost exactly like a stiffer Glock trigger pull (and yes i had one). Mushy takeup, firm resistance then abrupt let off. Reset is really short unlike my AR. I'm sure that Sierra Papa kit would be a vast improvement but honestly it isn't as bad as described. I don't really feel like its gritty, just firm. Of course having plastic fire control parts is a bit disconcerting but apparently they work.
The two 15rd mags are rather rough compared to the MecGars on my CZ. The follower has a ton of stiction and the exterior has a matte finish, not glossy. They sit below flush so I'll need to look at 17 rounders at some point.
The retractable front rail isn't as flimsy as described. Sure it moves a bit but would be perfect for a small light.
This gun isn't 'plastic', but fiber reinforced polymer. It's the same stuff you see at the gas station when you hang up the pump, and in my experience is absurdly durable and stiff. I'm very happy about this.
The stock sights are pretty cool if you are into peeps. The front post is the adjustable one, up/down/left/right. They both flip down for optics use.
I really like how this thing comes apart. One 'pin' and the whole thing is out. NICE. Everything is reversible as well but the mag and safety need "gunsmith" removal per the book.
There's more but I'd just be going into the regular features most people already know. I'll try to shoot it here in a couple days to give more feedback.
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