Beretta 92FS-----Opinions?
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SouthpawShootr
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It's darn near impossible to carry during the summer. However, it is a good solid platform. I don't think mine has ever been anything less than 100% reliable and it is among my most accurate 9mms.
Bought mine several months back, which I guess so far makes me kind of a newbie 92FS wise, but here's my 2 cents after 800 rounds or so anyway 
Have not been a bit disapointed, only change I have made is the "D" hammer spring which gives a much lighter D/A pull. It's big, very light recoiling, very low muzzel blast, accurate and ammo is cheap. Hi-caps are fairly cheap as well. I got five pre-ban mags for less than I once paid for one g-19 magazine. Almost the perfect range gun due to these factors IMHO.
Also like it better as a house gun than my beloved glocks because with the safety (or just the longer heaver trigger pull) I don't mind keeping it in the nightstand sans holster which means it's a one handed gun. I can also with more confidense slip it in my waistband to look around or answer the door at night if need be (if I'm too lazy to but on belt and holster).
Downside's I've found compared to my Glocks is number one is it is BIG no getting around it. It's also a more complicated design. No problem field stripping or keeping it clean and running of course, just that at this point I could detail strip my first glock and replace any part in it. Doubt I'll ever become that comfortable with the 92.
Good gun in my experience, not sure if it's the best or not, but nothing real bad to say about it so far.
Have not been a bit disapointed, only change I have made is the "D" hammer spring which gives a much lighter D/A pull. It's big, very light recoiling, very low muzzel blast, accurate and ammo is cheap. Hi-caps are fairly cheap as well. I got five pre-ban mags for less than I once paid for one g-19 magazine. Almost the perfect range gun due to these factors IMHO.
Also like it better as a house gun than my beloved glocks because with the safety (or just the longer heaver trigger pull) I don't mind keeping it in the nightstand sans holster which means it's a one handed gun. I can also with more confidense slip it in my waistband to look around or answer the door at night if need be (if I'm too lazy to but on belt and holster).
Downside's I've found compared to my Glocks is number one is it is BIG no getting around it. It's also a more complicated design. No problem field stripping or keeping it clean and running of course, just that at this point I could detail strip my first glock and replace any part in it. Doubt I'll ever become that comfortable with the 92.
Good gun in my experience, not sure if it's the best or not, but nothing real bad to say about it so far.
capt_happypants
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If you have small hands, seriously consider the Vertec or the Elite IA, as their grips are slimmer than those found on stock 92s.
But man, the DA trigger pull on the Vertecs is quite awful.
But man, the DA trigger pull on the Vertecs is quite awful.
It is definitely large. But that also helps with recoil control.
If you have small hands, get the Vertec. If you prefer the safety in the same direction as a 1911, there will be a steel model Vertec with those controls.
Over 10,000 rounds later, and my Beretta shows little wear. Never had any issues with it. It feeds and fires everything. Reliable and accurate.
If you have small hands, get the Vertec. If you prefer the safety in the same direction as a 1911, there will be a steel model Vertec with those controls.
Over 10,000 rounds later, and my Beretta shows little wear. Never had any issues with it. It feeds and fires everything. Reliable and accurate.
megatronrules
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Makarov1 i have had my 92fs since march of this year and have about 600 rounds through it trouble free it has been %100 reliable from day one it was bought used BTW. I recall reading how one famous gunwriteer don't know if it was chcik taylor perhaps? but he had stated if he had to pick one gun out of the box untested to defend himself with it would be a beretta 92fs or words to that effect someone correct me if iam worng on this part in any way. Anyways the beretta 92fs is a great gun i am 5'10'' 170lbs. and I carry my 92fs allday everyday even in the summer here in Florida and I do this with nothing more then jean shorts and an extra large tshirt it can be done ,the trick is a good stiff gunbelt and IWB holster. I'd say go with a milt sparks versa max 2 IWB holster. The gun is comfortable for me to carry,besides as another gunwriter stated once the gun isn't there to be comfortable its there to comforting.
Anyways go with beretta 92fs you will not be dissappointed its a great gun that will most likely never fail you if properly maintained like any gun should be. I hope this has helped you out on this issue good luck.
Anyways go with beretta 92fs you will not be dissappointed its a great gun that will most likely never fail you if properly maintained like any gun should be. I hope this has helped you out on this issue good luck.
BerettaNut92
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It's a decock only model sir...and don't call me 'Shirley'
I have small paws but it fits me alright. They are right about the Vertec, the trigger sucks but it's much more ergonomic. Put a 'long' 92FS trigger and a D-spring and your good to go.
Ugly though.
voilsb
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I disagree. I've carried one all summer long (t-shirt and shorts, t-shirt and pants, polo with slacks, tucked or untucked) IWB at about 4 o'clock and never got had, even when I asked roommates if I was showing or printing.
The weather was pretty much sunny and 85-100 all summer long.
As for my opinions: yeah, it's big, and I'd rather it was smaller. It's kinda heavy, but you get used to it. It's accurate and reliable. It's easy to mod it to carry cocked and locked if you hate the DA trigger pull. LTT also does what I've heard are some pretty good trigger jobs for it, too.
Personal preference would be to go a bit smaller for a carry gun, but the 92FS will work fine. If it's not for a carry gun, there's no reason not to get one. It's a good fun gun.
Amish_Bill
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The 92fs is one of the few guns I've shot (and the only gun I've shot alot) that NEVER gave me any problems.
denfoote
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I had a 92FS and a PT92 AFS.
I sold the Beretta and kept the Taurus!!
I sold the Beretta and kept the Taurus!!
WonderNine
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I really like the Beretta 92 design. It's my second favorite 9mm. The grip is wide compared to most guns, but I have medium sized hands and I've never had a problem with one. If I'd only read gunboards before I shot one and never seen one before in the flesh I'd think they were akin to a 2X4 in hand. IMO the grip is very comfortable and contoured.
clubsoda22
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I have a taurus PT92 AFS. Nice gun. Cheaper than the beretta and just as good. More 1911-ish safety controlls.
FireInTheHole
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Problems with the 92fs:
1) too many gadgets on the slide, pulling the slide back under pressure can cause a person to activate the safety decocker.
2)it is big... fo it's size 15 rd of 9mm seems light. (I thin they could have gotten away with 18 and flushfit mag)
Over the past 4 years I've shot about 10k rd through my 92fs inox with only two parts failure(hammer release lever...$15, front nightsight...) with virtually every type of ammo. The stainless guns dont have crome-lined barrels so cheapo steel cased, russian ammo doesnt work too well.
I'd look into one of those all steel framed 92s comming out this next year.
PS: most of the new production guns are being fitted with plastic parts.
Be sure to inspect for any prior to purchase (or at least haggle them down)
1) too many gadgets on the slide, pulling the slide back under pressure can cause a person to activate the safety decocker.
2)it is big... fo it's size 15 rd of 9mm seems light. (I thin they could have gotten away with 18 and flushfit mag)
Over the past 4 years I've shot about 10k rd through my 92fs inox with only two parts failure(hammer release lever...$15, front nightsight...) with virtually every type of ammo. The stainless guns dont have crome-lined barrels so cheapo steel cased, russian ammo doesnt work too well.
I'd look into one of those all steel framed 92s comming out this next year.
PS: most of the new production guns are being fitted with plastic parts.
Be sure to inspect for any prior to purchase (or at least haggle them down)clubsoda22
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Another advantage of the taurus.
I have 17rd flush fit mecgar mags for my taurus.
cool45auto
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I have a Vertec and carry it 24/7/365 with no problems. I haven't changed the trigger in mine but have installed a D model hammer spring. I have almost 5000 rounds thru mine and haven't had a problem. Plus I have a rail to mount a light/laser on. Some people don't like that but I like the option. Shoots good, low recoil, hi-cap ready. What's not to like?
George Hill
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It's one of the worlds best 9MM pistols. And if you get a 96 it's one of the worlds best .40's too.
ProCharger
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when i bought my 96 inox brigadier one of the factors that sold me on the gun was the testing that was done on the gun before the military took it as a standard issue sidearm. military took 5 92's and fired over 170,000 shots through them combined and did not have a single problem out of all of the shots. that sounded like quality to me. to this date i havent had a problem with mine either. the inox guns in my opinion are beautiful as well. another reason i went with the beretta over the lighter polymer guns is that i wanted a stainless steel look....with a polymer gun you can only get half that look with the slide. JMO
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I love mine.
The only time I ever experienced a problem was using cheap aftermarket mags and dropping them in the mud, then re-using them doing speed drills. Even then the only problem was they wouldn't lock open the slide after the last round.
Never a single broken part, I've replaced nothing except the grips on the pistol. No maintenance other than cleaning. All original springs. I'd estimate 10K rounds through it.
Not 1 FTF, FTE ever.
Solid, accurate, reliable.
The only time I ever experienced a problem was using cheap aftermarket mags and dropping them in the mud, then re-using them doing speed drills. Even then the only problem was they wouldn't lock open the slide after the last round.
Never a single broken part, I've replaced nothing except the grips on the pistol. No maintenance other than cleaning. All original springs. I'd estimate 10K rounds through it.
Not 1 FTF, FTE ever.
Solid, accurate, reliable.
WonderNine
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I had a bunch for my 92FS. Ramline also made an 18 round flush fit mag. You don't see them very often nowadays though.
10-Ring
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I have been totally happy w/ mine. I've got a blue Centurion & an inox, both vintage '92 & have been 100% satisfied w/ both!
& have been 100% satisfied w/ both!BerettaNut92
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If you find the 92 boring, try tracking down an Elite (good but rare), or Elite II (gooder and not as rare). They definitely have personality and shoot just as good.
Superb pistols...
I saw a long line of 92's/96's in ten years as a LE/FTO. Always reliable, always very accurate.
If there's one 9mm that I kick myself in the rear end for trading off, it's a night-sighted 92G (decocker) Centurion. As a long-time toter of the 1911, a safety needs to be "down" to fire or I don't want one at all. The 92FS never suited me for this reason, and yes I did frequently swipe the FS safety "on" when racking the slide. The G model solved this problem altogether, and in Centurion trim made for a nice, compact carry gun. Mine was accurate enough that a typical water-filled laundry jug was DEAD at 50 yards using Federal 9BPLE, their 115 +P+ LE only load. Terminal results with this load were practically indistuingishable from Federal's full-snort .357/125/JHP, when fired from a 4" revolver- same distance.
And it was nearly as accurate with bargain-basement 9mm ball, too. It worked 100% the whole 18 months I owned it, even with cheap hi-caps.
Excuse me, I must depart now and kick myself in the rear again...
I saw a long line of 92's/96's in ten years as a LE/FTO. Always reliable, always very accurate.
If there's one 9mm that I kick myself in the rear end for trading off, it's a night-sighted 92G (decocker) Centurion. As a long-time toter of the 1911, a safety needs to be "down" to fire or I don't want one at all. The 92FS never suited me for this reason, and yes I did frequently swipe the FS safety "on" when racking the slide. The G model solved this problem altogether, and in Centurion trim made for a nice, compact carry gun. Mine was accurate enough that a typical water-filled laundry jug was DEAD at 50 yards using Federal 9BPLE, their 115 +P+ LE only load. Terminal results with this load were practically indistuingishable from Federal's full-snort .357/125/JHP, when fired from a 4" revolver- same distance.
And it was nearly as accurate with bargain-basement 9mm ball, too. It worked 100% the whole 18 months I owned it, even with cheap hi-caps.
Excuse me, I must depart now and kick myself in the rear again...
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