Wilson Combat (Full Custom) Beretta 92 Bi-Tone review

Published on May 20, 2022
Duration: 14:57

This guide details the comprehensive gunsmithing process undertaken by Wilson Combat to transform a problematic Beretta 92FS into a highly reliable custom firearm. Key modifications include a full action tune with spring replacement, significant trigger pull reduction, ergonomic grip enhancements, custom sights, a G-model conversion for safe decocking, and barrel work. The result is a 100% reliable, aesthetically enhanced Beretta 92FS, showcasing expert gunsmithing techniques.

Quick Summary

Wilson Combat transformed a problematic Beretta 92FS into a highly reliable custom firearm. Modifications included a total action tune, trigger pull reduction from ~14 lbs DA to ~7.5-8 lbs and ~5.5-7.5 lbs SA to ~4.5-5 lbs, G-model conversion for safe decocking, custom grips, and aesthetic refinishing, resulting in 100% reliability.

Chapters

  1. 00:16Custom Beretta 92 Introduction
  2. 00:572013 Original Performance
  3. 01:402020 Performance & Malfunctions
  4. 04:032022 Post-Customization Shooting
  5. 05:06Kore Essentials Gun Belts Ad
  6. 06:23Trigger and Action Modifications
  7. 07:42Grips and Backstrap Customization
  8. 08:40Slide, Finish, and Sights
  9. 09:30Hammer and Reliability Concern
  10. 10:11G-model Conversion and Safety
  11. 10:36Barrel Modifications
  12. 10:55Cost and Quality of Upgrades
  13. 11:392022 Reliability Test
  14. 13:13Carrying & Shooting Options
  15. 13:50Shooting Experience and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of modifications did Wilson Combat perform on the Beretta 92FS?

Wilson Combat performed a comprehensive customization, including a total action tune with spring replacement, trigger pull reduction, custom grips, slide and frame refinishing, sight upgrades, a G-model conversion, and barrel modifications to enhance reliability and aesthetics.

How did the trigger pull weight change after Wilson Combat's modifications?

The double-action pull weight was reduced from approximately 14 lbs to 7.5-8 lbs, and the single-action pull weight decreased from 5.5-7.5 lbs to 4.5-5 lbs, with a crisper reset.

What is a G-model conversion for a Beretta 92FS?

A G-model conversion allows for safe decocking of the hammer on a live round by simply pulling the decocker lever down, returning the pistol to a double-action state ready for the next shot.

What were the original reliability issues with this Beretta 92FS?

The original Beretta 92FS experienced significant reliability problems, including multiple failures to extract and stovepipe malfunctions, documented in shooting footage from 2013 and 2020.

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