Videos tagged with Beretta 21A

This video from Lucky Gunner Ammo features Chris Baker's 'Project Rimfire,' a comprehensive review of .22 LR handguns. Baker, an industry expert, aims to fill a data gap by providing standardized testing across various categories including revolvers, pocket pistols, competition pistols, and training pistols. The testing methodology includes a speed-focused Steel Challenge, a practical accuracy/speed test at 10 yards, and a mechanical accuracy test at 25 yards.

This video reviews the Beretta 21A 'Bobcat' pistol, available in .22 Long Rifle and .25 ACP. The presenter highlights the .25 ACP as one of the smallest centerfire cartridges, typically loaded with 50-grain round nose or 45-grain hollow point ammunition. The .22 LR model shown is a nickel-plated variant with walnut grips, noted as an excellent shooter designed for high-velocity ammunition.

This YouTube video, titled "Why did I want THIS gun? Part 17. Beretta model 21a," offers a candid discussion about Italian firearms, specifically focusing on the Beretta model 21a. The video covers this pistol in both .25 Auto and .22 LR calibers. Given the title and description, the content is likely a review or a personal reflection on the appeal of this particular firearm model.

This video discusses issues encountered while shooting Winchester Super X bulk .22LR ammunition in a Beretta 21A pistol. The primary problem identified is inconsistent ammunition velocity, which led to several malfunctions including failure to eject, stovepipes, and failure to pick up the next round. These feeding and cycling problems are attributed to the rounds not having sufficient power to reliably cycle the pistol's slide.

This video features a range test of a nickel-plated Beretta Model 21A in .22LR. The reviewer tests its reliability and accuracy with various ammunition types, including CCI Stinger, Aguila Super Extra, Federal Auto Match, and Federal 36gr hollowpoint. The pistol is described as a 'gentleman's pocket pistol' and is noted for its ability to consistently hit a steel plate at 10 yards. A single minor feeding issue with Stingers is reported, attributed possibly to magazine function and deemed a fluke. Overall, the reviewer expresses satisfaction with the pistol's performance, suggesting quality ammunition contributes to its reliability.

This video from 704 TACTICAL explores the Beretta 21a in .22LR as a potential concealed carry option, particularly for those sensitive to recoil. The instructor highlights its unique tip-up barrel for easy loading, an 8+1 capacity, and a DA/SA trigger with a manual safety. Live-fire demonstration suggests reliability with CCI Stinger ammunition.

This YouTube video showcases a beautiful, vintage 1988 nickel-plated Beretta Model 21A chambered in .22LR. The presenter acquired the pistol from a friend and highlights its excellent condition, even featuring the original box. The video emphasizes the classic 'gentlemen's pocket pistol' aesthetic of this compact firearm.

This video provides a concise overview of the Beretta Model 21A Covert, highlighting its use as a .22 LR or .25 Auto plinker for range fun or as a "whisper gun" for outdoor use, subject to local laws. The presenter emphasizes the importance of using good quality .22 LR ammunition due to the pistol's pickiness. The description also serves as a call to action for viewers to like, subscribe, and support the channel through Super Thanks or by using affiliate links to purchase gear from various retailers like Palmetto State Armory, Brownells, and Optics Planet. A disclaimer regarding safe handling and legal compliance is included.

This video provides a comprehensive guide for new shooters on selecting a handgun for personal defense, covering home defense, car defense, and concealed carry. It emphasizes understanding recoil management, the benefits of larger frame firearms for home defense, and the trade-offs between semi-automatics and revolvers. The instructor, with apparent expertise in firearms instruction, breaks down options like striker-fired versus hammer-fired mechanisms and discusses the challenges and considerations for smaller concealed carry firearms.

This video provides a review of the Beretta 21A chambered in .25 ACP, highlighting its characteristics as a 'gentleman's pocket pistol'. The reviewer notes its compact size, though emphasizes it barely fits in a pocket, and mentions the "almost non-existent" sights. Despite these drawbacks, the pistol is praised for being a pleasure to shoot, extremely well-made, comfortable, and having no recoil. The review touches upon its Italian classic heritage and its US manufacturing to circumvent the Gun Control Act of 1964. It also points out the continued availability of magazines and .25 Auto ammunition.