Beretta Model 84 BB Cheetah .380 ACP Compact Pistol – 1986 Italian-Made, DA/SA, 13+1 Capacity
Produced in 1986 and imported by Berben Corporation, this Beretta Model 84 BB Cheetah pairs classic Italian craftsmanship with a compact, high-capacity design. The open-top slide, ambidextrous safety/decocker, and reversible magazine release deliver the familiar Beretta ergonomics in a lightweight aluminum-alloy frame. With its polished blued slide, black anodized frame, and 13-round double-stack magazines, this pistol offers a balance of style, capacity, and shootability that stands out in the .380 ACP class.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent – showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent – clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Rifling Condition: Excellent – sharp lands and grooves.
Action Condition: Excellent – functions correctly in double- and single-action modes.
Finish Condition: Excellent – minor superficial scratches and blemishes present.
Sights Condition: Excellent – fixed sights remain crisp and intact.
This firearm is in great shape overall. The slide and frame show a few light marks consistent with careful handling, while the bore remains bright and sharply rifled.
What’s Included
- Beretta factory blue plastic pistol case
- Two 13-round factory Beretta Model 84 steel magazines
The Model 84 BB represents the second-generation Cheetah series (1982–1991) that preceded the later F/FS updates. Its open-top slide, derived from the larger Model 92, promotes reliable ejection and gives the pistol its signature Beretta profile.
The compact 3.8-inch carbon-steel barrel and alloy frame keep weight down while maintaining balance. A squared, serrated trigger guard supports modern grip techniques, and an exposed hammer allows easy status checks and thumb-cocking when desired.
Controls are tailored for versatility: the slide-mounted safety acts as a decocker, the magazine release is reversible for left- or right-handed shooters, and the sights consist of an integral front blade paired with a dovetailed rear notch for durability.
Italian proof marks and the Berben import roll mark confirm its 1980s heritage. Combined with a 13+1 capacity in .380 ACP, this 84 BB offers a blend of collectability and practical performance in a platform known for smooth DA/SA trigger operation.