Description

BERETTA 92 M-9 9MM BL/SY 4.9″ 10+1 CA

BERETTA 92 M-9 9MM BL/SY 4.9″ 10+1 CA

The Beretta 92 M9 9mm BL/SY 4.9″ 10+1 CA is the California-compliant commercial version of the Beretta M9, the pistol derived from the U.S. military sidearm. The “10+1 CA” designation indicates it ships with 10-round magazines to comply with California magazine-capacity restrictions; the firearm itself is otherwise based on the standard full-size M9 platform.

Key Specifications

Features

• Traditional DA/SA trigger:
  • First shot can be fired with a long double-action pull.
  • Subsequent shots are single-action with a lighter trigger pull.
• Open-slide design, a hallmark of the Beretta 92 series, intended to promote reliable cycling and ejection.
• Short-recoil locking block system, distinct from many Browning-style tilting-barrel pistols.
• Reversible magazine release.
• Chrome-lined barrel for corrosion resistance and long service life.
• Manual safety also functions as a decocker, safely lowering the hammer.

California Version

The California (“CA”) model differs primarily in magazine capacity:

• Ships with 10-round magazines.
• Chamber capacity remains 10+1.
• The pistol itself is compatible with standard Beretta 92-series full-size magazines where legally permitted; the magazine, not the pistol, determines capacity. Be sure to follow all applicable laws in your jurisdiction.

Intended Uses

• Target shooting
• Range practice
• Home defense (where lawful)
• Collection, especially for those interested in the U.S. military M9 platform

Pros

• Proven military and law-enforcement heritage.
• Excellent reliability with quality ammunition.
• Soft recoil due to its full-size metal frame.
• Comfortable ergonomics for many shooters.
• Wide aftermarket support for grips, holsters, magazines, and replacement parts.

Considerations

• Large grip circumference may not suit smaller hands.
• Heavier than many modern polymer-framed pistols.
• Longer reach to the trigger in double-action mode.
• Slide-mounted safety may be less intuitive for some users than frame-mounted safeties.

Typical Dimensions

• Height: 5.4 inches (137 mm)
• Width: 1.5 inches (38 mm)
• Barrel: 4.9 inches
• Overall length: 8.5 inches
• Empty weight: about 34 ounces

What’s typically included

Depending on the retailer, the package generally includes:

• Beretta M9 pistol
• Two 10-round magazines
• Cable lock
• Owner’s manual
• Hard plastic case

Contents may vary by distributor.

Legacy

The Beretta M9 served as the standard sidearm of the U.S. Armed Forces beginning in the mid-1980s and is based on the Beretta 92 series introduced in 1976. Its long service history has made it one of the best-known full-size 9mm pistols worldwide.