Beretta 81 .32acp Review & Shoot - Beretta Cheetah

Published on July 5, 2022
Duration: 10:09

This review of the Beretta 81 BB, also known as the Beretta Cheetah, covers its handling, shooting characteristics, and ammunition performance. The presenter highlights the pistol's manageable recoil, comparable to a .380 ACP, and its decent trigger. While accurate at closer ranges, point of impact varied with distance. The review emphasizes the importance of testing carry ammunition due to potential POI shifts.

Quick Summary

The Beretta 81 BB, also known as the Beretta Cheetah, offers a shooting experience with manageable recoil, comparable to a .380 ACP. Its trigger is described as good, with a clean break. Accuracy is noted to be good at closer distances, but point of impact can shift with range, requiring adjustments in aiming.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Beretta 81 BB (Cheetah)
  2. 00:39Ammunition Provided: .32 ACP & Hydro-Shoks
  3. 01:50Beretta 81 BB Features: Sights, Safety, Mag Release
  4. 02:43Magazine Capacity: 12 Rounds
  5. 03:03First Shots: Paper Target Accuracy
  6. 04:03Steel Target Shooting: Knockdown Power
  7. 05:00POI Shift: Distance vs. Hold
  8. 05:31Recoil Analysis: .32 ACP vs. .380 ACP
  9. 05:58Trigger Quality Assessment
  10. 07:08Testing Hollow Points: POI Differences
  11. 08:09Overall Impressions & Comparison to .380 ACP
  12. 09:35Ergonomics & Reliability
  13. 09:54Conclusion & Thanks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the recoil like on the Beretta 81 BB in .32 ACP?

The recoil on the Beretta 81 BB in .32 ACP is surprisingly manageable, often described as being very close to that of a .380 ACP. This makes it comfortable for follow-up shots and less taxing on the shooter.

How accurate is the Beretta 81 BB?

The Beretta 81 BB demonstrated good accuracy at closer ranges with a center hold. However, the presenter noted that point of impact shifted at greater distances, requiring a six o'clock hold for consistent accuracy.

What are the key features of the Beretta 81 BB?

The Beretta 81 BB features an ambi safety, a double-action/single-action trigger, fixed sights, a 12-round magazine capacity for .32 ACP, and a slide lock/release lever.

Is .32 ACP ammunition readily available and affordable?

According to the reviewer, .32 ACP ammunition is currently difficult to find and quite expensive. This makes it a less practical choice for frequent shooting or training compared to more common calibers.

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