Beretta Tries a Machine Pistol: the Model 951A

Published on March 10, 2025
Duration: 0:55

The Beretta 951A is an automatic variant of the Model 51, featuring a distinctive wooden front grip for managing recoil during full-auto fire. To reduce its rate of fire, approximately 12 ounces were added to the moving parts. This specific example was legally converted to semi-automatic fire for the Swiss market, though original automatic markings remain.

Quick Summary

The Beretta 951A is the automatic version of the Model 51, featuring a wooden front grip for recoil control during automatic fire. Its rate of fire was managed by adding approximately 12 ounces to the moving parts, slowing the cycling action.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Beretta 951A Automatic Pistol
  2. 00:17Selector Switch & Swiss Legal Conversion
  3. 00:27Rate of Fire Management: Added Weight
  4. 00:38Internal Mechanism: Sear Engagement

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Beretta 951A unique?

The Beretta 951A is notable as the automatic variant of the Model 51. It features a distinctive wooden front grip for better control during automatic fire and was designed with modifications to manage its rate of fire.

How was the Beretta 951A's rate of fire controlled?

To reduce the rate of fire, approximately 12 ounces of weight were added to the moving parts of the Beretta 951A. This increased mass helps to slow down the cycling action during full-auto fire.

What is the function of the wooden front grip on the 951A?

The wooden front grip on the Beretta 951A is designed to assist the shooter in managing the weapon's recoil and muzzle climb during automatic fire by providing a stable point of leverage.

Can the Beretta 951A fire in full-auto?

The Beretta 951A was originally designed as a select-fire machine pistol with both automatic and semi-automatic modes. However, some examples, like the one shown, have been legally converted to semi-automatic only.

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