Beretta Model 96 .40 S&W Full-Size DA/SA Pistol, Bruniton Finish, 4.9" Barrel, 10+1 Rounds, Made in USA
The Beretta Model 96 brings the proven 92-series design to the .40 S&W cartridge. Manufactured in the United States at Beretta U.S.A. Corp., Accokeek, Maryland and marked “MADE IN USA,” this full-size pistol retains the open-top slide and falling locking-block system that made the platform a favorite among military and law-enforcement users. Its Bruniton-finished carbon-steel slide, anodized aluminum-alloy frame, and ambidextrous safety/decocker deliver durability and shooter-friendly ergonomics.
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.
Rifling: Excellent – Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor, superficial scratches and small blemishes are present on the exterior surfaces. The bore remains clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- One 10-round .40 S&W magazine
The Model 96 was one of the earliest .40 S&W service pistols, offering .40-caliber performance with parts commonality to the U.S. military’s M9. Its short-recoil, locked-breech action uses a falling locking block to reduce muzzle flip and speed follow-up shots.
Beretta’s open-top slide enhances reliability by minimizing ejection failures and keeping the bore axis low. Rear serrations provide positive grip during slide manipulations, and the fixed 3-dot sights offer a clear, fast sight picture.
Controls cater to both right- and left-handed shooters. The ambidextrous safety/decocker allows safe carry in double-action mode, while the reversible magazine release can be swapped without tools. An external spur hammer and smooth DA/SA trigger give shooters flexible firing options.
The hard-coat anodized aluminum frame keeps weight manageable without sacrificing strength. Black checkered polymer grips supply a secure hold and quick replacement if desired.