Beretta Model 86 Cheetah .380 ACP 4.4″ Tip-Up Barrel Semi-Automatic Pistol, MFD 1990

SOLD FOR: $1,084.89

LSB#: 191014JE02

Make: Beretta

Model: 86 Cheetah

Serial Number: G00539Y

Year of Manufacture: 1990 (AZ Datecode)

Caliber: .380 Auto

Action Type: Double Action DA/SA Detachable Mag Semi-Auto Pistol with Tip Up Barrel

Markings: The right side of the slide is marked with the “PB” monogram followed by “PATENTED BERETTA USA CORP., ACKK, MD.”. The right side of the barrel is marked “CAL. 9 Short / 380 Auto”. The right side of the frame is marked with the serial number and two Italian proofs and the datecode. The left side of the frame is marked “MOD. 86-CAL. 9 Short”. The left side of the slide is marked “PIETRO BERETTA GARDONE V.T.-MADE IN ITALY”. The left side of the chamber, obscured by the slide, is marked “PB”. The right side of the chamber, obscured by the slide, is marked with two Italian proofs.

Barrel Length: 4.4”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade with a recessed red dot and is integral to the tip-up barrel. The rear sight is a square notch with two recessed red dots and is dovetailed into the slide.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered wood with Beretta medallions, the front and backstraps of the frame are serrated. There are some compression marks and scuffs through the finish. The most noticeable is located on the front of the right-side panel. The grips appear to have been relacquered. The checkering is intact but smooth. The grips rate in about Fine overall condition.

Type of Finish: Bruniton & Black Alloy

Finish Originality: Factory Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 95% of its metal finish. The edges display thinning. There are some scrapes through the finish on the left side of the trigger guard and the front of the frame on the left side. There are some impact marks through the finish located on the back of the beavertail and the grip frame serrations. The top of the barrel has a few little marks through the finish towards the chamber. The top left of the rear sight is impact marked. There are some scuffs and rubs. The markings are strong. Overall, this handgun rates in Fine condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes with three 8-round magazines. The magazines display some light rubs and light thinning on contact points. They all rate in about Fine Plus condition.

Our Assessment: This is the Beretta 86 Cheetah which is modeled after the company’s legendary Model 92 F (Federal), sporting a single stack magazine grip frame for a far less bulky profile, adding to its usefulness as a concealed carry item. Beretta’s pistols are famous not only for their accuracy, but for their rugged construction, earning military and police contracts throughout the 20th century. With the tip-up barrel feature, it aids those who have trouble cocking back the slide, it will do great for older or more fragile hands with reduced recoil on a medium frame format. This should prove to be just as dependable and if you’re looking for a concealed carry or home defense pistol with less kick than a 9mm Parabellum, give this one a look.  Please see our photos and good luck!

Beretta Model 86 Cheetah .380 ACP 4.4" Tip-Up Barrel Semi-Automatic Pistol, MFD 1990
Beretta Model 86 Cheetah .380 ACP 4.4″ Tip-Up Barrel Semi-Automatic Pistol, MFD 1990