Beretta 84FS Cheetah .380 ACP Compact Pistol, Factory Satin Nickel, 13-Round
The Beretta 84FS Cheetah combines compact size with double-stack capacity, and this example stands out for its factory satin nickel finish—a less common option discontinued before 2017. Italian proof marks confirm Gardone production, and the FS generation adds an internal firing-pin safety to the classic open-top slide. Collectors and shooters alike will appreciate the alloy frame, DA/SA trigger, and checkered walnut grips that complete this well-balanced .380 ACP platform.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent – Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling – Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The pistol retains a consistent satin nickel sheen with a few small scratches and handling marks visible on the frame and slide. Checkered walnut grips remain crisp with minimal flattening.
What’s Included
- Factory blue Beretta molded plastic carry case
- 1 × 13-round factory Beretta 84-series steel magazine
Beretta’s Cheetah series earned its reputation by pairing full-size ergonomics with a compact footprint. The open-top slide reduces weight, lowers bore axis, and promotes reliable ejection—features carried over from the 92 series.
This 84FS uses a carbon-steel 3.8-inch barrel housed in a nickel-finished alloy frame, keeping weight manageable while retaining durability. The DA/SA blowback action offers a smooth first-pull double action followed by light, crisp single-action shots.
Ambidextrous slide-mounted safety/decockers, an internal firing-pin block, and a half-cock notch deliver layered safety without slowing deployment. Fixed three-dot sights with red inserts provide a clear sight picture, and rear serrations aid slide manipulation.
The factory satin nickel finish was produced in smaller numbers than standard Bruniton or later Inox variants, adding scarcity value for collectors. Brass PB medallions set into walnut grips complete the classic Beretta aesthetic.