5 Things I Don't Like About The Beretta 92 & M9

Published on November 21, 2022
Duration: 10:30

This review from Honest Outlaw, presented by Chris, offers a critical look at the Beretta 92 and M9 series, highlighting five specific areas of concern for potential owners. Despite acknowledging the platform's historical significance and general reliability, the video delves into issues such as the slide-mounted safety's tendency to be accidentally engaged, the open-top slide design's susceptibility to debris, limited slide manipulation surface area, challenges with mounting optics, and the large grip size impacting smaller-handed shooters. The assessment is delivered with high authority, drawing on extensive experience with the platform.

Quick Summary

Honest Outlaw's Chris identifies five key issues with the Beretta 92/M9: the slide-mounted safety can be accidentally engaged, the open-top slide is prone to debris, slide manipulation is limited, optics mounting is difficult, and the large grip hinders smaller hands. These points are raised with expert authority based on extensive experience.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Context
  2. 02:15Issue 1: Slide-Mounted Safety
  3. 05:14Issue 2: Open-Top Slide Design
  4. 06:44Issue 3: Limited Manipulation Surface
  5. 07:45Issue 4: Optic Mounting Challenges
  6. 08:24Issue 5: Large Grip Size

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main criticisms of the Beretta 92/M9 series?

The primary criticisms include the slide-mounted safety's tendency to be accidentally engaged, the open-top slide design's susceptibility to debris, limited slide manipulation surface area, challenges with mounting optics, and the large grip size impacting smaller-handed shooters.

How does the slide-mounted safety on a Beretta 92/M9 pose a risk?

On standard models, the slide-mounted safety can be accidentally bumped during slide manipulation, leading to a 'dead trigger' which prevents the firearm from firing in critical situations. M9A4 and G-model variants offer improvements.

What are the ergonomic challenges with the Beretta 92/M9?

The grip is notably large, making it difficult for shooters with smaller hands to achieve a proper trigger reach in double-action mode. Additionally, the limited slide surface area requires specific manipulation techniques.

Are there solutions for mounting optics on a Beretta 92/M9?

Yes, while challenging due to slide geometry, solutions exist. Optic-ready slides are available on newer models like the M9A4, and companies like Langdon Tactical offer mounting systems. However, optics can further reduce manipulation space.

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