Beretta’s new Model 92A1 and 96A1 pistols

Posted January 19, 2010 in Pistols by Steve Johnson with 40 Comments
Tags: .40, 2010, 92, 92A1, 96, 96A1, 9mm, Beretta, handguns, pistol

The 9mm Beretta 92FS and 96 have been updated for 2010. The new 92A1 and 96A1 feature

The .40 S&W Model 96A1

Higher capacity magazines (17 rounds for 92A1 and 12 rounds for 96A1). They are still compatible with older magazines.
Picatinny rail.
Rounded trigger guard.
Removable front sight.
Captive recoil assembly. Less chance of losing springs!
Recoil buffer (96A1 only).

Recoil assembly.

The A1 line does not replace the older models, but will be offered alongside them.

Steve Johnson

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