Beretta 950 B Minx .22 Short, Tip-Up Barrel, 2.38 in, 6+1, 1957 Italian-Made Micro Pistol
This 1957 P. Beretta Mod. 950 B Minx is a compact, Italian-made .22 Short with the desirable tip-up barrel and early B-type configuration. It features matching serial numbers on the frame and barrel, Italian proof marks with "Made in Italy" marking, and the distinctive "Tipo Flobert" caliber designation. Its micro size, blued finish, and fixed sights make it a notable example for Beretta pocket-pistol enthusiasts and collectors.
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: There are spots of rust on the slide and barrel. Scratches and scuffs are present throughout.
What's Included
- Original Beretta factory box for .22 Minx M2
- 1x 6-round magazine
The Mod. 950 B Minx uses a single-action blowback system paired with a spur hammer, delivering the classic manual-of-arms expected of this early variant. The design omits a manual thumb safety lever, consistent with the B-type configuration, and employs a magazine release.
Its 2.38 in steel barrel features Beretta’s tip-up mechanism, allowing loading and unloading without retracting the slide. A left-side, checkered barrel-release lever controls the tip-up action, a hallmark of these micro Berettas.
The slide has rear serrations only and a blued finish that matches the overall presentation. Sighting is straightforward and fixed, with a small front blade and an integral rear notch suitable for the pistol’s intended close-range role.
Factory black checkered plastic grips with Beretta medallions complete the classic look. Markings include Italian proof stamps, "Made in Italy," and the "Tipo Flobert" caliber designation. The frame and barrel carry matching serial numbers, adding to its collector interest.
Chambered in .22 Short with a 6+1 capacity, this micro-size Minx from the 1950s captures a distinct period in Beretta pocket-pistol production and remains a compact, well-marked example of the type.