Videos tagged with Beretta History

This video offers a rare glimpse into the preserved office of Giuseppe Antonio Beretta, the individual credited with industrializing the Beretta firearms company in the late 1800s. Guided by Beretta historian Yarno, the tour showcases handwritten ledgers, original catalogs, and travel permits, highlighting the historical significance of this space in shaping Beretta into a global brand. The office, which also houses the Beretta archives dating back to 1850, ceased being used as a workspace in the 1960s.

This entry details the Beretta Model 57, an uncommon select-fire carbine chambered in .30 Carbine, produced for Morocco in the late 1950s. Expert Ian McCollum highlights its unique dual-trigger system for semi-automatic and full-automatic fire, a robust 30-round magazine, and its gas-operated, tilting bolt mechanism. The carbine represents a specific military contract with limited production.

This guide details the field stripping and maintenance procedure for the Beretta 20X Bobcat, as demonstrated by Sootch00. It covers the unique tip-up barrel mechanism and recoil spring placement, emphasizing safety throughout the process. The information is presented with the authority of a seasoned firearms reviewer, offering practical insights for owners of this compact .22 LR pistol.

This guide details the operation of the Beretta 3032 Tomcat Kale Slushy's unique tip-up barrel mechanism, a feature allowing for direct chamber loading without racking the slide. The video, presented by NRA Publications' American Rifleman, highlights this as a practical safety benefit for Everyday Carry (EDC). It also touches upon the pistol's lineage, manufacturing in Gallatin, Tennessee, and specific features of the Kale Slushy variant.

This guide details the field stripping process for the Beretta 92XI SAO, a single-action-only variant designed to compete with 2011-style pistols. The video highlights its aluminum frame, Vertec grip, and optics-ready slide. The process is demonstrated by an established firearm reviewer, emphasizing the importance of safety checks before disassembly.

This guide details the unique tip-up barrel operation of the Beretta Model 86 Cheetah, a feature praised for its ease of loading, particularly for individuals with limited hand strength. The video, presented by an expert reviewer with extensive knowledge of Beretta firearms, highlights the pistol's historical significance and mechanical design.

This comprehensive review delves into the rich history and technical evolution of Beretta shotguns, from their 16th-century origins to modern manufacturing. The speaker, demonstrating high authority, highlights key innovations like monoblock barrels and the SO series' design, comparing them with competitors and discussing the nuances between older and newer models. The video provides insights into the craftsmanship and engineering that define Beretta's enduring legacy in the firearms industry.

This guide details the field stripping process for the Beretta 92S, a surplus Italian police trade-in pistol. The video, presented by Sootch00, emphasizes the historical significance and mechanical design of the 92S, noting its lineage from the Walther P38. The process involves removing the slide, barrel, recoil spring, and locking block, with a clear safety warning to always ensure the firearm is unloaded.

This guide details the disassembly process for the Beretta DT10, focusing on accessing the detachable trigger group. Expert reviewer Jon highlights the unique Greener-style cross-locking bolt and the serviceability of the DT10, noting its V-spring trigger mechanism. The DT10 is presented as a durable and valuable competition shotgun, especially on the used market.

This guide details the field stripping procedure for the Beretta Model 1931 pistol, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. It covers the steps from ensuring the firearm is unloaded to separating the major components like the slide, barrel, and recoil spring assembly. This process is crucial for routine cleaning and maintenance.

This guide details the field stripping process for the Beretta Model 950BS Minx, a compact .22 Short pistol known for its unique tip-up barrel. The video emphasizes the extractor-less blowback system and the dual recoil springs located within the frame. Expert instruction covers safe handling and disassembly for maintenance.