P. Beretta Model 100 (70 Series) .32 ACP Target Pistol — 6-inch Barrel, Blued, 1973 Garcia Import
This Italian-made Beretta Model 100 from the 70 Series is a target-configured .32 ACP with a 6-inch barrel, adjustable rear sight, and open-top slide. It carries Italian Gardone proof marks with the boxed 'XX9' date code for 1973 and a Garcia Sporting Arms, Washington, D.C. import mark. The pistol features a steel, blued construction, 8+1 capacity, and a lanyard ring at the heel.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive 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: This firearm is in solid shape. There are scratches and blemishes present. Patches of pitting are spread around the pistol's blued finish.
What's Included
- Original box
- One 8-round single-column magazine with finger-rest floorplate
The Model 100 is part of Beretta's 70 Series and is chambered in .32 ACP. It uses a single-action-only, blowback operation and has an 8+1 capacity. The 6-inch barrel and target-oriented sighting setup make this variant distinct within the series.
Sighting equipment includes a tall fixed blade front sight and an adjustable target-style rear sight. The open-top slide is finished in blued steel, matching the steel frame, and contributes to the model's recognizable profile.
Controls and features include a manual safety and an external spur hammer with a lightening hole. The right-side takedown lever is labeled 'SMONTAGGIO.' A lanyard ring is fitted at the heel.
Grip panels are black, checkered, and set with 'P. BERETTA' medallions. Markings include Italian Gardone proof stamps, the boxed 'XX9' (1973) date code, and the Garcia Sporting Arms, Washington, D.C. import mark, confirming its 1970s provenance and U.S. import history.