Beretta Px4 Storm Sub-Compact now available in USA
I thought the pistol was out in January, but they issued this press release yesterday. Either way, it is now available.
UPDATE: Tim, in the comments below, let us know that the pistol is due to be released in may-june 08.
From the press release:
Beretta USA is pleased to announce the introduction of the most advanced Sub-Compact sidearm of its kind – the Px4 Storm Sub-Compact pistol. Built around Beretta’s latest Px4 Storm modular technology, the Px4 Storm Sub-Compact delivers concealed carry handling with large frame firepower.
Available in two calibers, 9mm with 13 round magazine capacity and .40 S&W with 10 round magazine capacity, the Px4 Storm Sub-Compact will be available in all the traditional configurations (F, G, C, D actions) that have made its Px4 Storm full size counterpart a preferred choice of Law Enforcement agencies and civilians across the United States. This new pistol uses a very reliable locked breech, providing a more compact and lighter weight system. Additionally, the Px4 Storm Sub-Compact utilizes a stainless steel barrel which requires less maintenance and is corrosion resistant, making it perfectly suited for concealment close to active perspiring bodies.
“With the launch of our new Sub-Compact model, the Storm family of polymer pistols and carbines is now the ideal suite of firearm platforms available on the market” said Gabriele DePlano, Vice President of Product Development at Beretta USA. “Whether it is used for concealed or open carry, on or off duty, as a patrol rifle or for home protection, the Px4 Storm Sub-Compact family is poised to offer our operators the ultimate in Beretta’s reliability, durability and accuracy in its smallest package yet.”
Hailed by some as the most accurate Sub-Compact pistol on the market, the Px4 Storm Sub-Compact offers absolute reliability and consistent accuracy in a small package. Featuring a Picatinny rail to fit light and laser accessories, the Px4 Storm Sub-Compact also adapts to different hand sizes easily with interchangeable backstraps that are included with each firearm. The magazineÂ’s patented “Snap-Grip” allows for maximum concealability when the firearm is holstered, while providing a comfortable and secure grip when the pistol is being fired. An ambidextrous manual safety, ideally positioned on both sides of the slide for easy access by all shooters, and a low-profile slide catch complete this small yet powerful package. Additionally, a reversible magazine release button, in small or large size, can be mounted on either side for the convenience of the operator. The Px4 Storm Sub-Compact was designed by Beretta USA and will be manufactured in the United States at Beretta USAÂ’s Accokeek, MD facility.
PX4 Storm Sub-Compact
More info here.
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Yea, well just because the company issues a press release does not mean it’s available. As of 03/10/08, it is not. A search of gun shops from one coast to the other fails to find one. A call to Beretta has them saying late March or early April, which probably means summer.
Hi Ricksco, thanks for letting us know what Beretta said.
I’m in agreement with Ricksco, I’ve been waiting since October, It is now March 18th and still not out. I’ve called several dealers and including the one I have a deposit with and still no actual release date.
Please let us know when they finally come in.
today is 03/24/08, and i just found out that the px4 storm sub-compact is due to be released in may-june 08.
Thanks Tim. I have updated the blog post.
Beretta’s wholesaler, Lipseys, says late May 2008, but who knows…….
thats where i got my info from, lipseys says may-june, but of course who knows anymore.
Maryland State Police just took delivery of their shipment 1000+ so maybe thats why there is a delay to the dealers.
I went to gander mnt. today and they advised they have some on order and are expected to recieve them in 2 weeks.
Corey, which Gander Mountain were you at? The one here in greensboro act like they don’t know anything about the gun.
college station,TX
release date may-june
How much will the subcompact Px4 Storm cost?
$559.00
where do we stand on the new arrivals??
still no word
I got a call from my firearms dealer Friday here in CO, he said he was tearing up the waiting list for these. He had called Beretta and told me they said they were not sure when they would be shipping them, and that they were not in production at this time with the gun. This guy is usually pretty reliable, but since one poster said that MD police had gotten 1000, I’m not sure what to think. Anyone know anybody at the MD PD to confirm that they actually bought 1000? Seems like a rather large number for backup weapons at one PD.
Sorry for the confusion. Maryland State Police just took delivery of the PX4 Storm full size. They are the new duty issue weapon. Some where around 1400 pistols.
this is from the beretta web site
After extensive testing of the new PX4 Sub-compact we believe this will be one of our best pistols to date. We anticipate releasing the first production run of PX4 Sub-compact pistols by mid summer. This first run is designated to cover the pre-orders we have for the pistol at this time. These pre-orders consist of distributor, dealer and law enforcement purchases so it is not possible to tell when a customer’s individual purchase will make actually arrive at your dealer. If you are considering a purchase of a PX4 sub compact pistol we suggest placing an order with your local dealer now.
THIS IS THE LATEST FROM BERETTA.
BERETTA PX4 STORM SUB-COMPACT PISTOL ON ITS WAY!
Deliveries on the new Beretta PX4 Storm Sub-Compact Pistol scheduled to begin June 1, 2008.
NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
It is nearing the end of June. Nothing yet.
Hey Beretta, it’s June 24 and still no PX4 Subcompacts. We (I) don’t mind a wait, but at least stop with the FALSE delivery dates. That does not inspire brand loyalty. At least not towards Beretta.
Talk about a disappointment! Received a phone call from my local Gun Shop, my PX4 had arrived! Before I could head down there, got another phone call… Oooops! Sorry! The shipment came in mis-marked. What was in the box was actually the PX4 compact. Oh well. They told me that the real deal ’should’ be arriving within the next week or two. Now, haven’t we heard THAT before! Still waiting. And still getting more ticked-off at Beretta for the totally incompetent way they have handled this product launch.
Yep… same thing happened to me.. it was a PX Storm, not the subcompact. Dealers here are all saying, if lucky…. “next Spring” (of 2009)… and that’s been normal for Beretta in launching a new product.
A year late, and $2 short from when they say they will start deliveries.
WHO IS SELLING LESS $$$$
PX4 SUB
Black Wing Shooting Center $622.00 OH
blythesgriffith $559.00 IN
Richland Shooters $559.00 PA
NicholsStore $518.00 SC
Luckys Guns and Tackle $518.00 AL
Forest and Field Outdoor Speci $518.00 CT
CHUCKS GUN AND PAWN $518.00 GA
AAA GUNS $518.00 MA
Grouse Perch $568.00 CT
olathegunshop $603.00 No
Kevin’s Guns and Sporting Goods $518.00 FL
Kones Korner $564.00 SD
CRACKER BOYS OUTDOOR $568.00 FL
Sodak Sports $518.00 SD
Able’s $518.00 TX
Fountain Firearms, Inc. $603.00 TX
Sportsman Ski Haus $518.00 MT
Boise Gun Company $549.00 ID
Larry’s Sporting Goods $528.00 ID
SEE MORE INFO AT http://www.berettausa.com/product/product_pistols_main.htm
I HAD DEPOSIT ON ( MAY-28 ) AT VANCE’S OHIO , AND I AM 2ND ON THE WAITING LIST , THAY GOT THE 1ST PX4 SUB IN AT JULY 1ST , AND I SHOULD BE THE NEXT THAY SAY .. WHO KNOW !!! I PAID $599
I have been in search of a PX4 Storm sub compact for almost a year now. I have talked to 5 of the dealers who are listed on the Beretta webpage as being able to get one and they all say they haven’t seen one. Poor product launch! If anybody has any new news please forward.
THE LATEST FROM LIPSEY’S IS AUGUST.
Yeah right… Libspey’s doesnt seem to know any more about this than the rest of us. Beretta just does not care about its image when they advertise something for close to two years and don’t deliver, and that without so much as an “I’m sorry”.
I guess when you’ve been in business for 500+ consecutive years you just do stuff on your own timetable. We should all have such a track record of longevity. BTW, I’m anxiously waiting to find one, too.
Regarding CES’s post that his dealer got one July 1st, I am skeptical, since according to my dealer, Beretta says they have not shipped any yet. Frankly, I am tired of waiting and have decided to buy a Kahr MK40. (MADE IN THE GOOD OLD USA). Take that Beretta. Do a better job next time.
I received an e-mail from Beretta that states “At this time Beretta is distributing the PX-4 subcompact to the Law Enforcement dept. contracts. Beretta expects with in the next two months to start sending out the commercial order.” We’ll see.
As of 8/1/08 Beretta has yet to begin production of any of the Px4’s. They continue to give the same old answer…we should be starting production in the next couple of months. Beretta is sill setting up and retooling the eastern regional plant and will NOT give a release date. I will post more information as I get it.
8-6-2008
I RECEIVED MY PX4 STORM COMPACT TODAY FROM MY DEALER.
HAS BEEN ON ORDER FOR OVER A YEAR. IT WAS WORTH THE WAIT.
AL IN VA.
Also receaved my PX4 Subcompact in 9mm.Was on order through my dealer in Connecticut since last Xmas.In deed what a fine weapon it is.Can’t wait ot shoot it
Bill in CT.
I got mine too! Long Heavy double action pull and light crisp single action. Great fit & finish! Plastic guide rod!?? Adam In PA.
I stopped by my local gun shop, and they got one in that day. I placed a deposit on it, and will be picking it up soon. 9mm, but paid full retail, it seems that they are starting to send them out.
i got mine today in Michigan $619.00 well worth the wait!!
I got mine today, but i had to do alot of investigation, first i went to the Lipseys website and started looking for Beretta dealers by state. i started will the letter “A” for Arizona, i started calling dealers and got lucky with the 2nd dealer and he had 2 just in. I bought it sight unseen and had it shipped to my dealer with whom i had a deposit with since october. i can’t wait to give her a go. Good luck finding one though, try what i did you might just get lucky. mine cost $600.00 plus $ 25.00 shipping. but screw it i got it and don’t have to keep wondering when it will arrive.
God bless ya’ll for buying sight unseen. The wait is killing me but I will have to put my hands on one before I buy it.
I have had the 40 cal sub compact ordered and paid for since april 2007, I do wish they would release more of them
Walked into my local dealer here in Oklahoma City and bought a 9mm off the shelf. They have sold a couple hundred but only have 1 left in stock. This one is for my wife. I am still waiting on my 40 cal. Hope they start putting them out soon! It’s been a loooooong wait but look like a great gun!
JPM in AR
http://gunsandammomag.com/cs/Satellite/IMO_GA/Story_C/The+Coming+Storm?packedargs=pagenum%3D1
If ya do the cut/paste/go thing on the above web address, it’ll take you to the orginal “Guns & Ammo” artical that most of us probably read back in July of 07… It was this artical which first got me feeling like the little kid that was waiting for the Christmas that seemed would never come.
I stumbled on to this blog eariler this year back in May/June time frame. I saved it in my favorites and every two weeks or so I would bring it up to find out the latest scoop on when to expect release of these little babies. I’d like to take a moment to thank everyone who made their remarks, for whether it was up or down, it made the wait easier.
Well to wrap this up… today I celebrated Christmas. No dissapointment experienced during my play time with it and all hopes were fulfilled. Those of you who are about to get their’s I got one little piece of advise for ya. I did a field strip before firing it to do a prelimary inspection and found out that it was dry. So I put a light coat of Rem Oil on all parts and had no problems during the firing or clean-up afterwards.
Has anyone seen one of the PX4 Subcompact .40SW yet,or have all
the reported cases above where guys have taken delivery of their
PX4 been the 9mm version?
I have not heard of any .40 on the market yet - can’t wait. Got the 9mm and it is just great! - But, it’s just not the .40 I have been waiting for.
I just found this blog - I am so excited - just started shooting after many many years - I am waiting for the .40 too. I love hearing how happy those that have got their 9mm are…
Does anyone know if the Fobus PX4 holster that is made for the full size and compact versions of the PX4 will also work with the sub-compact model?
Sorry - Don’t know about the Fobus PX4 - But, for what it’s worth - I have the Galco Yaqui Slide (YAQ202) and it fits the 9mm and I like it.
Black Wing has 1 PX4 Storm sub in 9mm ($609).
From N. Ga.
I have been looking on line for the 40 cal. on line for a long time. even have my brother (A Tenn. cop looking for it for me). thinking that he might get it faster. If anyone hear’s of them being out let me know.
Picked up my gun this morning. I had waited 15 or 16 months. My local dealer in S W Michigan said he was talking to a supplier who was trying to sell something else when the PX 4 Sub came up and he said he had one. My guy said send it and he did.
Okay, guys.
I’ve been looking at the PX4 SC for over a year now, and NONE of my usual haunts have ever seen one for sale.
Sure, they “say” it’s available, but just try “Gallery of Guns”, “Buds”, or any other reputable online source…and these weapons don’t exist for purchase.
Is there something wrong with the weapon that caused Beretta to take it off the market?
Did they only make two?
What’s up, and where can I get my .40 SW version?
Thanks,
David S.
Tampa, FL
Hi David,
The PX4 SC is on the market, albeit for some strange reason, only in limited quantities. My local gun store finally got a few of them in. That only after people had been reporting buying them for the past two months here. As far as I know, the 40SW version has yet to make its appearance. I picked up the 9mm version of the PX4 SC, mainly to see if I wanted to continue waiting for the 40SW version (the last I heard, the 40SW will not be available until sometime in 2008).
My thoughts? For a sub-compact the PX4 SC is what I would call “chunky”. If you are looking for a more easily concealable package, this may not be what you are looking for. It has a shorter barrel than do the compact and full-size variants of the weapon. It has the same grip thickness, but the grip is shorter than either of the other PX4s.
The three back-strap system unique to this pistol line is excellent. I have a larger hand than most people, yet by putting on the appropriate back-strap the gun was made to be very comfortable to hold.
The workmanship is all typical Beretta, meaning, if you like how Beratta designs and puts together a pistol you will love it. Trigger pull was smooth AND predictable right out of the box. I could see where you may want to have your local smithy tweak it a bit, but for a production weapon I certainly have no complaints with the trigger pull or action.
The weapon would cycle any rounds I put through it without protest and I never had a mis-fire or a failure to eject/chamber a round with any of the production rounds I was cycling through it.
Field-stripping and cleaning is typical Beretta… straight-forward and simple.
There is a LOT of confusion in dealer circles about whether or not holsters and other accessories designed for the compact or full-size versions of this pistol will work with the Sub-compact variant or not. My experience has been, some do and some don’t (big help, eh?? ).
My reason for being so patient for this pistol? I like sub-compacts and I prefer pistols with a safety lever. Sorry, call me old school but I never have gotten to like the “Glock style” safety that is built into the trigger. Just my preference, but if you are like me and prefer a safety lever, then this pistol is for you.
Now, for concealment when you are wearing light or limited clothing, this pistol IS chunky and hence a bit harder to hide. I have a Keltek P3AT (I know, completely different weapon) that I use when deep concealment is a factor. I also have a Walther PPS in 40SW. It is significantly less chunky than the PX4 SC and thus easier to wear in a IWB type holster, but you give up four rounds over what you can carry with the PX4SC in 40 (when Beretta finally gets around to producing them).
Anyway David, I too am clamoring for the 40SW version of the PX4SC when if finally hits the dealers. I do believe it will be worth the wait. I also have to admit that I have never seen a more incompetent product launch in recent memory than Beretta has managed to accomplish with this one. I know it has cost them many potential sales. People just got tired of waiting.
I’ve been looking for a holster for the Beretta PX4 subcompact 9mm. I just got the Fobus PX4 roto paddle holster and it fits perfectly. But am having a problem finding a paddle holster for it with the insight tech x2 laser light mounted under rail, any suggestions ?
After anxiously waiting about a year for this gun to finally hit the dealers, I received a call from the shooting range that I am an annual member of in MO stating that they had one in. Unfortunately by this time I had relocated to Florida. Thought I’d be able to find a dealer here that had them, but could not. Called the range back asked them to transfer it to Florida and the shipment arrive yesterday. It looks and feels great and I’m glad I decided to just wait it out for this one. Unfortunately we have a three day waiting period here in Florida. I can’t wait to try it out. It is a 9m and a model F. I also wanted to wait and get the feel of it in my hands prior to purchase, but realized that with the great demand for this gun that I’d better go ahead purchase it. I was sure that I wouldn’t be disappointed and If I was, there would be no problem transferring it to someone else. Good Luck to everyone still waiting. Don’t give up and purchase something else. Hang in there. It is well worth the wait.
I Bought my PX4 Storm SC 9mm @ Shoot Straight in Orlando and I believe they have the 40 cal too. I am also looking for a Holster that is specifically designed for it…no luck yet. It is such an outstanding piece of work that it is only a matter of time that there will be endless accessories for the PX4 SC!!!