Beretta M9A3 9mm Luger, 5.1 in Threaded Barrel (1/2x28), DA/SA, Vertec Grip, Matte Black, Made in Italy
This Italian-made Beretta M9A3 (part number J92M9A30) pairs a 5.1 inch threaded barrel with the M9A3’s Vertec-profile ergonomics and a durable matte black finish. It includes three 10-round steel magazines, a factory ammo can style hard case, and the Beretta one-piece wraparound grip module to convert the grip circumference to a traditional M9 profile. Matching serial numbers are present on the slide and frame, and the pistol carries Italian proof and import markings.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor surface scratches and small blemishes are present on exterior surfaces.
What’s Included
- Factory hard case (ammo can style)
- Three 10-round steel 92-series/M9A3 pattern magazines with numbered witness holes
- Beretta one-piece wraparound grip module (not installed)
- Manual
- Lock
The M9A3 operates via short-recoil with a falling locking block and uses a DA/SA trigger system. Controls include an ambidextrous slide-mounted safety/decocker with a red fire indicator dot. The open-top slide design features dovetailed sights: a 3-dot setup with a windage-adjustable square-notch rear and a dovetailed front post.
The 5.1 inch steel barrel is threaded 1/2x28 and fitted with a thread protector. The slide and frame wear a uniform matte black finish. The pistol is full-size and offers a 10+1 capacity in 9mm Luger.
The aluminum alloy frame uses a Vertec-profile grip with thin, checkered polymer panels for a straight backstrap feel. Beretta’s included one-piece wraparound grip module converts the grip circumference to a traditional M9 profile. A MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rail on the dust cover supports accessory mounting.
Markings include the slide legend "MOD. M9A3 – CAL. 9mm Parabellum – PATENTED." and the proof/import set "CIP N", "IT19", "PIETRO BERETTA GARDONE V.T. – MADE IN ITALY", and "BERETTA USA CORP., ACKK., MD." The slide and frame carry matching serial numbers, aligning with its factory configuration.
This configuration is identified by Beretta as mfg. part number J92M9A30 and ships with three steel 92-series/M9A3 pattern magazines that feature numbered witness holes to track load status at a glance.

