Bersa Thunder 380 Two-Tone .380 ACP Compact DA/SA Pistol, 3.5 in Fixed Barrel, 6+1
The Bersa Thunder 380 is a compact .380 ACP pistol built with a fixed 3.5-inch barrel and a DA/SA straight blowback action. This example stands out with its two-tone finish (matte black slide over a matte silver aluminum-alloy frame), practical controls, and Argentine manufacture with clear import markings. It offers a single-stack 6+1 capacity, drift-adjustable rear sight, and proven Thunder-series ergonomics in an easy-to-carry package.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Details: There are minor exterior scratches and blemishes from prior handling and use.
What’s Included
- 1x 6-round single-stack steel magazine with finger-rest baseplate (marked '.380 ACP' and 'Made in Argentina')
This compact Thunder 380 is chambered in .380 ACP and configured with a single-stack 6+1 capacity for a slim profile. It uses a DA/SA, straight blowback system with a fixed 3.5-inch barrel, offering simple operation with a spurred, checkered hammer and a standard, checkered magazine release.
The pistol features a two-tone finish: a matte black slide over a matte silver aluminum-alloy frame. Practical touches include a top serrated anti-glare rib on the slide, vertical serrations on the front and back straps, and forward serrations on the trigger guard. The wraparound black polymer one-piece grips are BERSA-branded, and a lanyard loop is fitted at the heel.
Controls are straightforward and purposeful. A slide-mounted safety/decocker with a red 'fire' index dot allows easy status confirmation. The sights consist of a fixed front ramp with a single white dot and a low-profile, drift-adjustable rear notch secured by a set screw.
Markings include "IMPORTED BY R.S.A. ENTERPRISES INC. OCEAN NJ" and factory legends indicating "MADE IN ARGENTINA" by Bersa S.A., Ramos Mejía, Argentina. These clear provenance details complement the well-known Thunder 380 feature set in a compact, carryable format.