Beretta Model 1931

Published on September 4, 2016
Duration: 7:58

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.

Quick Summary

The Beretta Model 1931 is a .32 ACP semi-automatic pistol, notable as a precursor to the famed Beretta 1934/1935 models. It utilizes a simple blowback action, an 8-round capacity, and a 180-degree manual safety. Approximately 10,000 were produced, many for the Italian Royal Navy, before being superseded by the ergonomically improved Model 1935.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Beretta Model 1931
  2. 01:09Development History & Context
  3. 02:25Mechanical Features & Disassembly
  4. 03:54Markings and Lineage Explained
  5. 05:49Production Numbers & Obsolescence

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Beretta Model 1931?

The Beretta Model 1931 is a semi-automatic pistol chambered in .32 ACP, developed by Beretta as an evolutionary step towards their later successful models like the 1934 and 1935. It features a simple blowback action and an 8-round magazine capacity.

What are the key mechanical features of the Beretta Model 1931?

The Model 1931 operates via a simple blowback action and has an exposed hammer. It includes a 180-degree throw manual safety and a heel-mounted magazine release. Unlike some predecessors, it lacks a fiber buffer.

How many Beretta Model 1931 pistols were produced?

Approximately 10,000 units of the Beretta Model 1931 were manufactured between 1931 and 1935. Many of these were supplied to the Italian Royal Navy (Regia Marina).

What distinguishes the Beretta Model 1931 from the Model 1935?

The primary visual difference is the grip frame; the Model 1931 lacks the palm swell found on the rear of the Model 1935 grip, making the 1935 more ergonomically advanced.

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