Beretta Model 92S 9mm Luger Semi-Auto Pistol, Italian 1980 Production, DA/SA, 4.9" Barrel, 15-Round
Made in Italy and imported by Berben in 1980, this Beretta Model 92S represents the early generation of the now-iconic 92 series. It pairs the original European heel magazine release with the first Beretta slide-mounted decocker/safety, giving collectors and shooters a snapshot of the platform’s transitional design. Factory hardwood grip panels, an open-top slide, and classic blued/black anodized finishes round out a full-size 9mm that remains as practical as it is collectible.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling – Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The slide and frame display minor, superficial scratches and small blemishes consistent with careful use. Very light pitting is present but does not affect function. The bore is bright and shiny.
What’s Included
- Factory Beretta blue cardboard pistol box
- 1 factory Beretta 15-round steel magazine
Produced between 1978 and 1982, the 92S was the first Beretta to combine a slide-mounted safety with a decocking function, a feature that became standard on later U.S.-made M9 pistols. This example retains that hallmark system, giving shooters both double-action/single-action fire control and a positive manual safety.
The European-style heel magazine release sets this pistol apart from later side-button variants. While slower for tactical reloads, the heel catch offers secure magazine retention and highlights the pistol’s original export configuration.
Optional factory hardwood grip panels (Beretta code “W”) replace the more common plastic grips found on most 92S pistols, adding a touch of warmth and providing a firm, smooth hold. The open-top slide design reduces weight, improves ejection reliability, and creates the unmistakable profile associated with Beretta full-size pistols.
Stamped “BERBEN CORPORATION N.Y.-N.Y.” on the frame, this import mark confirms authentic Italian manufacture prior to the start of U.S. production. Collectors looking for a clean, mechanically sound example of the early 92 family will appreciate the preserved finish, crisp DA/SA trigger, and overall well-maintained condition.