Hi all. New to the forums and am on the lookout for my first pistol. Went to a range and put rounds through a few guns (including some revolvers). The one that I felt most comfortable with and was most accurate with was the 92fs. Now, I know range guns go through a lot of use/abuse so not entirely indicative of ownership but I figured it was a good place to start. The only other gun I really liked was the Colt Python (but not looking for a revolver yet). All of that preamble to say that I've noticed a lot of people not keeping their guns long. I wanted to know what people who bought a 92 moved on to and why? Really, really liked the Beretta but just wanted to go test some more guns before dropping $1000. Thanks for any advice.
Former Beretta 92 owners, what did you move on to and why?
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I'm new to the beretta fan club...scored a inox of a fellow inmate...it's a fine piece...I think I'm going to keep this one...having said that...the heart wants what the heart wants...and if a trade came up that I couldn't pass bye...maybe.....enjoy the journey....
I can think of over 40 handguns off the top of my head that I have owned over the years. Some of those 40+ were the "same" or similar models, as financial situations forced me to sell a particular gun but later when a little extra money was available and a good deal came my way I would pick one up again. I think I have owned 5 different 92 variants, and it remains tied with the 1911 platform as my all-time favorite.
I played with Tupperware guns for a while, first buying one to see what the fuss was about but then selling it because it was just so foreign to me, then picking up another one when I saw a steal of a price to give it another try, and over the course of 8 or 9 of them I became a convert. Consistent, accurate, reliable, feel good in the hand, easy to maintain, but in the end I decided I'm not a Tupperware guy because I don't like how they feel when I shoot them. Notwithstanding all the other fantastic things they have going for them and I would recommend Glocks or M&Ps to anyone who will listen. But I just don't like shooting them.
In those 40-some guns I've owned they all had things that I liked and disliked. Sort of like with cars, some makers put the headlight switch on the dashboard, some put it on the signal indicator arm, and we all have personal preferences. But what I learned over all the trial and error is if you find something that feels good in your hand and you can shoot well, then you should probably stick with it. I will ALWAYS have a 92 in my collection.
Good luck in your search!
I played with Tupperware guns for a while, first buying one to see what the fuss was about but then selling it because it was just so foreign to me, then picking up another one when I saw a steal of a price to give it another try, and over the course of 8 or 9 of them I became a convert. Consistent, accurate, reliable, feel good in the hand, easy to maintain, but in the end I decided I'm not a Tupperware guy because I don't like how they feel when I shoot them. Notwithstanding all the other fantastic things they have going for them and I would recommend Glocks or M&Ps to anyone who will listen. But I just don't like shooting them.
In those 40-some guns I've owned they all had things that I liked and disliked. Sort of like with cars, some makers put the headlight switch on the dashboard, some put it on the signal indicator arm, and we all have personal preferences. But what I learned over all the trial and error is if you find something that feels good in your hand and you can shoot well, then you should probably stick with it. I will ALWAYS have a 92 in my collection.
Good luck in your search!
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Had a 92FS. Well made, fine craftsmanship, good ergos, really good looking pistol, but most importantly always wanted to tape one to my back while screaming "yippee-ka-yay".
I found it didn't group particularly well (just ran Blazer ammo through it, nothing special) compared to my 1911s, 226 and PPQ so I flipped it to pay for some glass on another rifle.
I'll probably get another one someday just to have one again, and run some decent ammo through it to see if it groups better, but not on my priority list right now.
I found it didn't group particularly well (just ran Blazer ammo through it, nothing special) compared to my 1911s, 226 and PPQ so I flipped it to pay for some glass on another rifle.
I'll probably get another one someday just to have one again, and run some decent ammo through it to see if it groups better, but not on my priority list right now.
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A lovely gun in so many ways. Especially for folks with larger size hands. But in the end the slide mounted decocker/safety lever caught me out too often during the few matches where I used the gun. I'd learned to slingshot the slide at reloading on my CZ's and could not break the habit. And about one in four times on the Beretta I'd engage the safe position on that damn slide mounted control.
The obvious answer would have been to use the slide lock/release. But early habits die hard. And in a weak moment a buddy took me up on my doubts when I said that I'd considered selling it. Sometimes I regret it and other times I think it is best gone to a more appreciative home.
The obvious answer would have been to use the slide lock/release. But early habits die hard. And in a weak moment a buddy took me up on my doubts when I said that I'd considered selling it. Sometimes I regret it and other times I think it is best gone to a more appreciative home.
I struggle with the sight picture. The gap in the rear is too big for me. I know I'll get used to it, and I'll put the time in. I too tried a bunch of diferent pistols. The only ones left in the safe are cz 75/97, 1911s and now the beretta. I shoot better with the cz, but I feel like the beretta actually shoots smoother. I'm a die hard cz fan too. Time will tell. On the hunt for a different rear sight.
berettas are really fine guns. I used to have a beretta 92fs inox, i was shooting very well with it.. but i dont know someday the stainless finish on it felt like it shouldnt be there.. Chrome desert eagle enters the safe, 92 left..
And today i just received my new m9a3, the gun feels so good.. trigger so light and nice. New interchangeable grips.. trijicon night sights, beveled mag well. Everything is perfect for me except the color..
Gonna cerakote it BLACK.
And today i just received my new m9a3, the gun feels so good.. trigger so light and nice. New interchangeable grips.. trijicon night sights, beveled mag well. Everything is perfect for me except the color..
Gonna cerakote it BLACK.
Well I am late to the Beretta club and actually only get i because I bought its cousin the Girsan Compact with the rail. If you are considering the Beretta then take a hard look at the Girsan out of Turkey. I was really quite impressed. I have to say it is the best of the 9MM offered at it's price point bar none. They make a FS gun both with and without a rail. I really don't have any preferences in handguns. I love my CZ's, enjoy my relatively new exposure to the Sig 226 and shoot the M&P in competitions. The Beretta design is an excellent choice and if you like them don't be afraid to buy the Beretta or save yourself a couple hundred dollars and buy the Girsan. Every bit as good as the Beretta, the same design and the fit and finish is really quite good.
Take Care
Bob
Take Care
Bob
If you really, really like the Beretta, buy one. Handguns are not like wives. You can trade it in, sell it or give it away if you are no longer happy with it...oh, wait...maybe they are like wives??? My favorite handgun is a snub .357 revolver and my favorite auto is a Browning Hi power(having owned a couple that worked like a charm for me). I have shot the Beretta and liked it, but, prefer the Browning. The point is, buy what YOU like and shoot well with. Fire arms are a very personal preference kind of thing. Kinda like wives???
Never moved on after Beretta 92. I really like the Sig 226 and 92 platforms, therefore I kept them. Also got a Sig Pro which has the same geometry as the 226, but smaller.
People love the CZ75 platform but I found the grip too slim, along with 1911's. Sig's and Beretta's just fit me well.
People love the CZ75 platform but I found the grip too slim, along with 1911's. Sig's and Beretta's just fit me well.
