Beretta APX A1 Compact Tactical (APX A1 Comp) 9mm, FDE, 4.2 in Threaded Barrel, Suppressor-Height Sights, Optics-Ready, 17+1
The Beretta APX A1 Compact Tactical stands out with a 4.2 in carbon steel threaded barrel (1/2x28), suppressor-height blacked-out steel sights, and an optics-cut slide with the cover plate installed. Its Flat Dark Earth slide and frame surround a serialized stainless-steel chassis, and ambidextrous/reversible controls make it easy to run left- or right-handed. This APX A1 COMP includes two 17-round magazines and one 15-round magazine, plus factory backstraps, loader, case, and manual.
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: Minor, superficial scratches and small blemishes are present from prior handling.
What’s Included
- Beretta factory hard case (black)
- Beretta owner's manual
- Two spare interchangeable APX backstraps (factory)
- Beretta magazine loader
- 2x 17-round steel double-stack magazines
- 1x 15-round steel double-stack magazine
- Magazine notes: mix of compact-length and extended magazines with grip sleeve
The Compact Tactical configuration pairs a Flat Dark Earth slide and frame with a serialized stainless-steel chassis for durability and easy identification. Markings include GARDONE V.T. MADE IN ITALY, BERETTA USA CORP. ACCOKEEK MD, and IT25, confirming Italian manufacture and import details.
The 4.2 in carbon steel barrel is threaded 1/2x28 and matched to suppressor-height, blacked-out steel sights, both front and rear dovetailed. The slide is optics-ready with the mounting cut and a cover plate installed, and features front and rear serrations for positive manipulation.
This striker-fired APX A1 uses a flat-faced trigger with an integral safety tab. Built-in safety features include a trigger safety, firing pin block, out-of-battery safety, and a striker deactivation button that enables takedown without pulling the trigger.
Ambidextrous slide-stop levers and a reversible magazine release support either hand. A 3-slot accessory rail is molded into the frame. Capacity is 17+1 with the included extended magazines, and a compact 15-round magazine is also provided.

