Shadow Systems, an American-based firearms manufacturer, has taken its popular DR920 9mm pistol and given it an upgrade to the refreshed model named the DR920L. The DR920L gives the shooter the edge when accuracy and speed matter, according to Shadow Systems.
The company took its popular DR920 pistol and gave it a slight upgrade and created the DR920L 9mm pistol. With a longer slide, the pistol has best-in-class control and accuracy, according to Shadow Systems. (Photo credit: Shadow Systems)
The 9mm striker-fired pistol is built on the Shadow-System-tested DR full-sized frame, with a 5.3” barrel and full sight radius to make the company’s fastest uncompensated design. Shadow Systems states the DR920L has best-in-class accuracy and control with rapid fire.
The 416R stainless spiral fluted match-grade barrel fits inside the 17-4 stainless steel slide for an overall pistol length of 7.25”. The slide has top serrations, window cuts, and directional serrations at the front and rear. The rear black serrated sight has a tritium dot with a green outline front sight for easier target acquisition. If that’s not enough, the slide is optics-cut to accommodate most red dot sights directly on the slide without an adapter.
The DR920L pistol is only available in the elite edition, with slide serrations on the top and front and end for easier manipulations, and also features an optics cut for quick mounting most RDS on the market. (Photo credit: Shadow Systems)
To go along with the accuracy and control, the frame has interchangeable backstraps. These allow the shooter to adjust the grip angle to fit their natural shooting position. The grip also features an extended beavertail and aggressive trigger guard undercut to reduce recoil and add to the controllability. The aggressive wrap-around texture on the frame keeps the pistol firmly in place for solid shooting.
The DR920L features a drop-safe aluminum trigger with a flat face. It has a crisp, tactile reset with about a 4.5-pound trigger pull. It weighs just over 22 ounces and has a magazine capacity of 17+1.
The DR920L is said to be compatible with holsters designed for the G34. The DR920L 9mm pistol from Shadow Systems has an MSRP of $1,175.
With the popularity of pistol caliber carbines and lightweight AR-style rifles, Blue Force Gear has upgraded its offerings aimed directly at those consumers wanting lighter and slimmer slings. Taking the previously limited-edition Vickers SMG Sling and making it a permanent member of their line-up as the Vickers ONE Sling, Blue Force Gear also upgraded the GMT Sling family to include a 1” option.
GMT 1” Sling
The 1” GMT sling is great for shooters who want a tailed sling. It uses a custom double-locking buckle interface that is manufactured and designed from durable and rust-free glass-filled nylon. The adjuster allows for consistent tension for both tightening or loosening the sling, and it stays in place until the user wants it to move.
Blue Force Gear has upgraded its offering for those looking for slimmer lightweight slings. The GMT 1 is a one-inch sling made with the company’s proprietary nylon structure for loft and rigidity. The sling keeps tension when needed for a comfortable carry. (Photo credit: Blue Force Gear)
The adjuster is a main feature of the GMT sling with stops sewn into the tails of the sling that keep it together. BFG uses a proprietary solution dyed Cordura nylon webbing to keep the thickness and softness needed for a comfortable sling and keep it from rolling when in use. The material works well with the adjuster under tension and reduces the chance of being a snag hazard.
The Blue Force Gear GMT 1” sling is available in black, coyote brown, Multicam, Wolf gray, and Ranger green for $44.95, while Multicam tropic, Multicam black, and Woodland camo for $49.95.
Vickers One Sling
BFG took the Vickers sling and trimmed it down to create the Vickers One Sling. The Vickers One was designed for pistol caliber carbines and SMG but is compatible with most one-inch sling attachment hardware, including BFG’s Push Button Swivels, sling hooks, and the ULoop.
Featuring the BFG exclusive 1-inch Zytel nylon hardware and Invista solution-dye Cordura, the Vickers One sling is a durable option that is 100% made in the US with US-made materials. The Vickers One sling has all the features of the Combat Application Sling but in a minimalist design that is smaller and lighter than the original. According to BFG, the Vickers One weighs 23% less than the original Vickers Sling, so for folks looking for an option for their lightweight build, this is it.
BFG took the principles of the Vickers Sling and put it in a slimmer package with the Vickers One sling. It is nearly a quarter lighter than the original and just as durable. (Photo credit: Blue Force Gear)
Able to transition between carry sling and combat ready, the Vickers One is available in two models: the Base model and the Dual Push Button model. The base model utilizes triglides on the front and rear for direct attachment to sling swivels. The Dual Push Button model is constructed with a push button sling swivel in the front and a captive swivel in the rear.
Both models of the Vickers One sling are available in black, coyote brown, and Multicam with a price tag of $49.95. The Dual Push Button model has a price tag of $79.95.
FN America (FNA) is giving folks a preview at SHOT Show 2023 of its current program that is in the works, the Lightweight Intermediate Caliber Cartridge (LICC) Individual Weapon System (IWS) built on the 6.5x43mm, or .264, round.
FN America, in junction with other organizations, has developed the Lightweight Intermediate Caliber Cartridge (LICC) Individual Weapon System (IWS).
The IWS system was built around the key necessities of the Lightweight ammunition family, an improved performance carbine, a 25-round purpose-built polymer magazine, and a signature suppressor. All the items were built for the program including the rifle, and it also added a belt-fed Assault Machine gun to the program.
The cartridge for the system was originally developed by the US Army Marksmanship Unit, or the AMU, but was optimized by FNA. Collaborating with IWTSD, US & Canada SOF, and AMU, FNA worked to establish the overall shape, capacity, and performance.
This long-stroke piston-driven rifle is said to be about the size of an AR-12.5 rifle with 6.5x43mm caliber ammunition. (Photo credit: FNA)
Inside the IWS is a long-stroke piston operating system, which isn’t utilized nearly as much as in years past. It has a three-lug bolt interface for additional strength. The key feature for the reliability of the system is a self-regulating gas block, meaning the end user won’t have to adjust whether shooting it suppressed or unsuppressed.
Initial reports say that the IWS will be available in three interchangeable configurations, a 1.5” CQB, 14.5” carbine, and 18.5” Recce (marksmanship rifle) with weights ranging from seven to nine pounds unloaded. The IWS has fully ambidextrous controls for easier shooting by different-handed shooters. Additional ambi controls are present for the bolt catch and release system.
FNA also developed a two-stage select fire precision trigger system and a self-contained operating system within the rifle. The rifle has a non-reciprocating charging handle and a single lever takedown operation for rapid field stripping or maintenance.
In addition to the IWS that FNA developed, the company also developed what they call the Assault Machine Gun (AMG) for the LICC program. [Photo credit: FNA]
On the outside, the IWS features a continuous 12-o’clock handguard one-piece Picatinny rail for easier mounting of accessories along with multiple Quick Detachment points. The system can be shot with the stock folded or unfolded. Additionally, the user can select whether it is a left or right-side folding stock.
While the system is still under development, there have been reports that the AWG has shown to be more accurate than the Mk48 in the full-auto mode. Not only that, but testers have observed almost 79% more impact energy over the M4 with better handling with the IWS.
Supposedly, FNA will deliver 55 LICC IWS in the three different configurations and a few AMG, with ammunition, to the US and Canadian Governments for testing. This helps open the door for faster adoption of the systems with a potential additional delivery of products this fall.
LICC IWS & AMG will be on display in FN America’s booth at SHOT Show at booth #11860. Meetings are available for “qualified representatives.”
Upland bird hunters require shotguns to be highly maneuverable, comfortable, reliable, and capable of performing at the distances required by the moment. It’s that latter point that takes many models out of the running for hunting purposes, especially if you’re running a sub-gauge. Enter the Beretta 28 Gauge A400 Upland Magnum, a 28 gauge shotgun made specifically for upland bird hunters that has a 3-inch chamber. This shotgun doesn’t just get the job done, it does it in harder-hitting style.
The Beretta 28 Gauge A400 Upland Magnum has a 3-inch chamber. (Photo credit: Beretta)
Beretta says the 28 Gauge A400 Upland Magnum perfectly blends the classic Upland line aesthetic with modern touches. This shotgun is made to look good and perform beyond the hunter’s expectations. From the beautiful wooden stock and forend to the brushed finish and engraving on the receiver, this is a gun made in homage to the legendary shotguns bird hunters have used for decades.
A vented rib helps draw the shooter’s eye to the point of aim, increasing accuracy. (Photo credit: Beretta)
The 28 Gauge A400 Upland Magnum offers a bevy of bird-hunting-friendly features. It has a vented rib which many shotgunners enjoy for its ability to draw the eye to the point of aim to the factory front sight. In addition, this shotgun utilizes Beretta’s Kick Off Plus technology which is designed to reduce felt recoil by up to 50%. That’s an especially important feature when running the bigger two-inch shotshells through this gun. As for that three-inch chamber, it’s excellent for versatility. It allows hunters to use light dove loads or heavier duck waterfowl ammo, depending on the target.
The shotgun has a brushed nickel-plated receiver and is engraved with an upland scene on one side and the gauge on the other. (Photo credit: Beretta)
Features of the Beretta 28 Gauge A400 Upland Magnum include:
28 gauge.
Three-inch chamber, so hunters can use 2 3/4-inch or 3-inch shotshells.
Designed for versatility.
Wooden stock and forend for aesthetics and classic appearance.
Checkering on stock and forend for a better grip with wet hands.
Brushed nickel-plated receiver with engravings of upland birds and the gauge.
Kick Off Plus technology reduces felt recoil by as much as 50%, which also decreases muzzle rise.
28-inch barrel for superior ballistics and accuracy.
Made to be incredibly well-balanced.
Compatible with Beretta’s OptimaChoke HP chokes.
Cross-bolt external safety.
Vented rib for easier target acquisition and better cooling during live fire.
Clean, smooth trigger pull with short re-set.
This is the first upland shotgun Beretta has made that’s capable of chambering magnum 28 gauge loads like the pictured 3-inch shotshells. (Photo credit: HeviShot)
This shotgun is designed to be the kind of gun hunters pass down to future generations. And, according to Beretta, it drops birds reliably. What do you think, will this 3-inch chamber sub-gauge be the next addition to your collection?
MSRP for the Beretta 28 Gauge A400 Upland Magnum shotgun is set at $1829.00.
The Beretta A300 Ultimate Patrol is made specifically for defensive use and offers a bevy of features for defensive use. From easy-to-operate controls to superior maneuverability, Beretta designed this shotgun to perform. If you rely on a shotgun to defend your life or the lives of your loved ones, you need a reliable gun. The A300 Ultima Patrol is well worth checking out.
The Beretta A300 Ultima Patrol is a 12 gauge shotgun designed for tactical applications. (Photo credit: Beretta)
According to Beretta, this shotgun is made to elevate your tactical, defensive setup to the next level. The A300 Ultima Patrol is engineered to be fantastically reliable and easy to manipulate, even in dynamic situations. It offers quite a few excellent features including the classic mechanisms of the venerable A300 platform that so many gun owners rely on.
This new defense-oriented shotgun has it all, from enlarged controls to an enhanced loading port. In addition, the A300 Ultima Patrol has a slimmer forend with multiple M-Lok and QD sling mounting points, making it easy to customize according to the user’s preferences and needs. It has a 7+1-shot extended magazine tube capacity and the tube itself is secured by a custom barrel clamp with integral M-Lok capability.
The shotgun has a sleek forend to improve maneuverability. (Photo credit: Beretta)
This 12 gauge shotgun has a three-inch chamber, meaning shooters can run it with either 2 3/4-inch or 3-inch shotshells. The barrel itself is 19.1 inches long, making the gun’s overall length 38.0 inches. This means the gun offers the ballistics needed from its 12 gauge chambering to be a capable defensive tool while remaining just short enough to be highly maneuverable in close-quarters scenarios. Its empty weight is 7 lbs., 1 oz., so it remains light enough for portability and easy manipulation.
A Picatinny rail ahead of the rear iron sight makes it easy to add optics. (Photo credit: Beretta)
One of the details that makes this shotgun more tactical-inclined is the fact that although it ships with factory irons, it’s red dot ready thanks to a Picatinny rail located in front of the rear iron sight. The use of a Picatinny rail broadens the optics options substantially and makes it easier to fine-tune the gun to do precisely what the shooter wants. M-LOK mounting slots on the forend make it possible to add aftermarket accessories such as a weapon-mounted light or laser. Also, the factory QD mounts mean it’s a simple process to add a sling to your kit.
Features of the Beretta A300 Ultima Patrol include:
12 gauge.
Three-inch chamber for use of 2 3/4 inch or 3-inch shotshells.
19.1 barrel length for solid ballistics while remaining short enough to maneuver.
Fixed stock.
M-LOK compatible slots on the forend for aftermarket accessories.
Picatinny rail in front of rear sight for the addition of optics.
QD mounting points for easy attachment of a sling.
Designed to be sleek to reduce the risk of snags.
Oversized controls for easy operation under stress or while wearing gloves.
Enhanced ejection port for reliable cycling even during rapid fire.
MSRP for the Beretta A300 Ultima Patrol is set at $1099.00.
Gemtech, the company considered by many to be a leader in innovation and visionary designs, is launching the Abyss 5.56 suppressor and the Neutron 7.62 suppressor. That’s right, whether you prefer the AR-15 or the AR-10, there’s a new suppressor for you.
Gemtech Abyss 5.56 Suppressor
The Gemtech Abyss 5.56 Suppressor is designed to withstand heavy use. (Photo credit: Gemtech) The Abyss is compatible with 5.56 NATO and easy to attach to your threaded barrel. (Photo credit: Gemtech)
According to the manufacturer, the incredible durability of the Abyss sets the standard for heavy use. The Abyss is built for superior performance using five of Gemtech’s patent-pending technologies. Its many design features allow rounds to be fired while gasses from those rounds expand into the baffle spaces, which in turn lowers pressure. By lowering pressure, things like muzzle flash are minimized, and decibels are significantly reduced.
The Abyss is made to lessen back pressure by pushing the gasses created by live fire forward, meaning there’s less coming back at the shooter. This suppressor is constructed from stainless steel and titanium components and made with increased wall thickness. It’s easily mounted to barrels with direct thread or by using Gemtech’s proprietary flash hider, the ETM (Elite Taper Mount). Gemtech says the Abyss is fully rated for short barrels and full-auto operation.
Gemtech Neutron 7.62 Suppressor
The Neutron is compatible with 300 Win Mag. (Photo credit: Gemtech)
The Gemtech 7.62 Neutron utilizes four of the company’s patent-pending technologies. As its name suggests, it’s compatible with 300 Win Mag. This is a 6.6-inch suppressor that’s tough enough to handle full-auto. It’s also light enough not to throw off the balance of your gun or to add unnecessary bulk. The Neutron is compatible with HUB 1.375-24 thread standards and a variety of mounting hardware. For simplicity, it ships with Gemtech’s ETM for precise alignment and resistance to carbon lock. The Neutron has a tubeless construction to eliminate unneeded weight and a high-efficiency baffle design for stellar noise reduction.
Gemtech GVAC Upper Receiver Group
The Gemtech GVAC Upper Receiver Group is designed to be optimized for shooting suppressed. (Photo credit: Gemtech)
If you’re a dedicated suppressor shooter, or just want to get into it in the best way possible, check out the Gemtech GVAC Upper Receiver Group. The GVAC is specifically designed for suppressed use to give you better results on target.
According to the manufacturer, the barrel and gas system of this upper reduce blowback and mitigate felt recoil. This, in turn, makes shooting suppressed more comfortable and creates more accurate results down range. The upper’s newly designed 16.1-inch barrel profile also transfers weight back toward the shooter for greater control.
The GVAC is fitted for Gemtech’s proprietary flash hider, the ETM. Features of the GVAC include a self-regulating Direct-Impingement system with an additional chamber for the purpose of collecting and countering gasses produced during live fire. It has a 15-inch lightweight handguard with a Picatinny top rail and seven-sided M-LOK slots, making it easy to add aftermarket accessories as desired.
MSRP for the Gemtech Abyss is $849.00, the Neutron is $829.00, and the GVAC Upper Receiver Group is $839.00.
Magpul has upgraded the very popular DAKA line of pouches and accessories with three additional models to choose from. The modular storage line has proven to be versatile while keeping things discreet.
DAKA Double Pistol Case
The DAKA Two Pistol Case is a major upgrade to the product line that fits a direct need. The case comfortably fits two pistols, even full-sized pistols, and plenty of other space for mags and gear. (Photo credit: Magpul)
The Magpul DAKA Double Pistol Case was designed to discreetly protect and secure two pistols at the same time in this semi-rigid case. It has two large pistol sleeves that easily fit subcompact, compact, and even full-sized pistols. Two large carrying handles and two internal panels protect the cargo with some snag-free, protective EVA foam lining.
The case features a 10” x6.25” retention strap for each pouch that adjusts for a secure fit. Also, inside the Double Pistol Case are eight magazine retention bands that are separate from the pistols so there is no wear between the two. The DAKA Double Pistol case is constructed from Magpul’s DAKA material for a durable, water-resistant storage solution.
The DAKA Double Pistol Case also features a zippered document pocket that will fit important docs with ease during transport. The case has an MSRP of $59.95.
DAKA Waterproof Window Pouch
The Waterproof DAKA pouch keeps things safe, even when submerged in water. The durable DAKA construction and materials keep the contents secure and safe. (Photo credit: Magpul)
Magpul has revamped the DAKA to give consumers an option for when the pouch absolutely needs to be waterproof with the DAKA Waterproof Window Pouches. The YKK zippers are on the side of the pouches and give reliable water resistance with durable 550 paracord with heat-shrink tubing zipper pulls. The additional girth of the pulls makes them easy to grab, regardless of conditions or if gloves are worn.
The front of the pouch features a fully translucent window panel to easily see inside with two extra-large carabiner pass-throughs for attaching. The Waterproof Window pouch comes in four different colors (black, FDE, Olive Drab Green, and Orange) and three sizes with MSPR of $24.95, $29.95, and $34.95 for the different sizes.
DAKA Large Utility Organizer
The big brother to the DAKA Utility Organizer, the Large Utility Organizer holds loads of things with pockets, pouches, and retention materials. (Photo credit: Magpul)
The large, rugged Utility Organizer is designed to protect, store, and secure your gear. It has a reinforced, semi-rigid construction and also features a water-resistant YKK AquaGuard zipper and oversized zipper pull.
Inside the organizer, the left panel has one main back-side pocket, one mesh pocket, four 1.5” stretch molle, and two pockets that stretch to fit items. The right panel has one main back-side panel for notepad storage, one zippered mesh pocket, four 1.5” stretch molle, and two stretch pockets.
The DAKA Utility Organizer is at home in the most rugged of conditions or at your home. It has an MSRP of $44.95.
DAKA Ammo Sleeve
The Magpul DAKA Ammo Sleeve holds ammo oriented and is easy to access, even when quiet conditions dictate a reload. The Ammo Sleeve fits easily into a pack or a pocket. [Photo credit: Magpul]
Applying DAKA ideals in new ways seems the standard. The DAMA Ammo Sleeve is designed to keep ammo for hunters securely at hand, in a small package. The Ammo sleeve is a bi-fold, constructed from the durable DAKA material, that can easily fit inside a pocket or a pack. The sleeve features a small internal pocket behind the top to keep tags or other important items when you’re out and about.
The sleeve keeps the ammo all oriented in the same direction for easier reloading and has a reduced sound signature for quiet times. The DAKA Ammo Sleeve has an MSRP of $29.95.
DeSantis, one of the leaders in premium holsters for over 40 years, has expanded its line of inside-the-waistband holsters (IWB) to include the Persuader holster. The Persuader is a composite holster that is sure to be a hit.
DeSantis has expanded its IWB holster offerings to include this thermoformed polymer constructed Persuader holster. It fits many of the personal defense handguns that are popular, as a sleek carry option. (Photo credit: DeSantis)
Constructed from premium thermoformed polymer and finished with carbon fiber, the IWB holster is light as it is durable. The DeSantis Persuader can be dual use, meaning the holster can be used as a stand-alone holster with a multi-clip or with one or two of the DeSantis’ Tuckable C-Clips. The versatility of this holster is there.
The holster itself features the patent-pending ARW, the Anti-Rotation Wedge. To help pull the butt of the gun close to the body is the integral Spur that helps with the anti-rotation and deep concealment of the pistol. Additionally, an External Claw can be added, along with a Persuader Mag Pouch for further customization.
The holster can be purchased for either right- or left-hand carry, both available in black for a color choice. The holster is available in different sizes to accommodate some of the more popular personal defense pistols like the:
Smith & Wesson M&P Shield and Shield 2.0 in 9mm or .40 caliber, M&P 9 Shield Plus with a red dot.
Glock 19, 19 Gen 5, 19X, 45, 23, and 32 with or without reflex sights.
Glock 43, 43X, and 43X MOS with or without a red dot sight.
Springfield Hellcat and Springfield Hellcat OSP.
Sig Sauer P365 SAS and P365X with a red dot sight.
The DeSantis Persuader IWB holster will be available in March and has an MSRP of $64.99.
Patti Miller is one of the most awesome females in the tactical/firearm (or any) industry. Imagine a tall, hawt, dangerous Laura Ingalls Wilder type with cool hair and a suppressed blaster and you’ll be getting the idea. What’s interesting is that in addition to being a willing brawler and intrepid adventuress, she’s also an Ent/Ogier level gardener and a truly badass baker.
VKTR Industries, a relatively young manufacturer in the industry, has taken its passion, precision, and purpose with proprietary technology to deliver the VK-1, a modern piston-driven AR-15. According to VKTR, the team has drawn from decades of engineering, machining, and experience to bring customers a fresh take on precision armaments.
The flagship product from VKTR Industries has helped establish the company where revolutionary design and cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities meet. The VK-1 is a lightweight and supposed feature-rich AR-15 that consumers are sure to love.
VKRT Industries has released its flagship product with the VK-1, a piston-driven AR-15 rifle. The VK-1 is available in three lengths and three color schemes, with some familiar furniture with a new twist. (Photo credit: VKTR Industries)
The VK-1 has a low-profile piston system with the perfect gas port sizing and assembly that improves the gas seal issues of some other rifles. The improvements to the piston assembly reportedly increase the overall efficiency of the gas system itself. It has a staged gas bleed system with two sets of exhaust ports to reduce the inertia of the operating rod at the end of the stroke.
The VK-1 Short Stroke Piston System has a fully supported one-piece OP Rod and a proprietary gas block. These features match the footprint and weight of a standard direct-impingement AR-15 while giving the benefits of a piston system.
The VK-1 features a fully ambidextrous forged lower receiver and a thermal fit forged upper. The fluted hammer-forged barrel is available in 16”, 13.7”, or 10.5” lengths, inside a low-profile M-LOK handguard. The lower also features an ambi patented billet machined magazine release and bolt catch which have been profiled and textured for an ergonomic fit while keeping the low profile of the rifle.
The VK-1 has a Radian Talon selector along with the Raptor charging handle and Magpul MOE SL Buttstock and K2 grip. The feel of the rifle will be familiar yet different in the best ways possible. The billet construction that has been heat-treated gives the components a lifetime of service even in the worst of conditions, according to VKTR Industries. The rifle is available in FDE, Sniper Gray, and Black.
To get hands-on experience with the VK-1, please visit VKTR Industries at the upcoming 2023 SHOT Show in Booth #41764
Whether you intend to carry openly on your belt or utilize a system that allows you to conceal a full-sized handgun, it can still be a challenge to choose a pistol. Beretta is looking to solve your search for a full-sized carry gun with the Beretta 92XI SAO—a 9x19mm Parabellum handgun with an eye for precision. This is a single-action-only handgun with a host of enhanced features designed to make it both comfortable and accurate.
The Beretta 92XI SAO has a frame-mounted safety and is chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum. (Photo credit: Beretta)
The arrival of the Beretta 92XI SAO means there is now a 9x19mm Parabellum handgun in the 92 family with a frame-mounted safety. This pistol also boasts fantastic single-action-only features and numerous ergonomic enhancements. Beretta describes this gun as the new frontier for their 90 Series. The addition of a frame-mounted safety means the gun offers ambidextrous functionality which is useful for left- and right-handed shooters as well as those shooting mirror. This also brings the safety lever into a better position with the natural ergonomics of the gun.
The gun is available with a stainless finish and an 18 +1 capacity. (Photo credit: Beretta)
The 92XI has a variety of excellent features including the X-treme-S single action only, flat-faced trigger, which gives the shooter greater trigger control and great finger contact with the trigger face. Numerous parts of the gun are DLC (Diamond Like Carbon) coated, including trigger components, which means smoother operation, parts longevity, and superior wear resistance. The gun also has a lightweight skeletonized hammer for both comfort and functionality.
The gun is also available with a black finish. (Photo credit: Beretta)
This pistol carries forward the Vertec style frame for superior ergonomics and offers high and low-capacity magazine options. Guns ship from the factory with a fiber optic front sight to draw the eye for faster sight acquisition and rapid follow-up shots. The gun also offers the option for MRDS optics mounting. Beretta designed this gun to be a high-performing, reliable choice for personal defense and competition. The 92XI SAO is available in a variety of colorways in standard and limited edition variants.
The gun has a frame-mounted safety, a single-action-only trigger, and a forward accessory rail. (Photo credit: Beretta)
Features of the Beretta 92XI SAO:
9x19mm Parabellum chambering.
Single action only.
DLC coating on trigger components for a clean, smooth trigger pull, and durability.
1.5 inch grip width.
18 +1 capacity (10 +1 and 15 +1 are also available).
5.4-inch overall height.
Accessory rail in front of the trigger guard for the addition of weapon-mounted lights and lasers.
Aggressive serrations at the front and back of the slide for easy manipulation.
Squared-off trigger guard with oversized base for use while wearing gloves.
Fiber optic front sight for rapid target acquisition.
MRDS capable.
Overall length of 8.5 inches.
Frame-mounted safety for ambidextrous function.
Cerakote slide finish to withstand serious use.
33.3 ounces empty.
Beavertail grip to help the shooter maintain a high, secure grip.
MSRP for the Beretta 92XI SAO starts at $949.00.
Kat Ainsworth Stevens is a long-time outdoor writer, official OGC (Original Gun Cognoscenti), and author of Handgun Hunting: a Comprehensive Guide to Choosing and Using the Right Firearms for Big and Small Game. Der Teufel Katze has written for a number of industry publications (print and online) and edited some of the others, so chances are you’ve seen or read her work before, somewhere. A woman of eclectic background and habits, Kat has been carrying concealed for over two decades, used to be a farrier, and worked for a long time in emergency veterinary medicine. She prefers big bores, enjoys K9 Search & Rescue, and has a Master’s Degree in Pitiless Snarkastic Delivery.
