Beretta Model 92FS Stainless Inox 9mm Semi-Auto Pistol 1992 + Accessories
Sold for $1178.00
LSB#: 220902LR001
Make: Beretta
Model: 92FS Stainless
Serial Number: L32772Z
Year of Manufacture: Circa 1992 (“BB” Date Code)
Caliber: 9mm Luger/Parabellum
Action Type: Semi Auto Pistol fed by Detachable Magazine
Markings: The left side of the slide is marked with “BERETTA U.S.A. CORP. ACKK., MD. – MADE IN USA” and “PB” in an oval. The top of the original barrel and the front of the slide are marked “STAINLESS”. The right side of the slide is marked “MOD. 92FS – CAL. 9 Parabellum – PATENTED / BERETTA USA CORP, ACKK. MD”. The left side of the frame is marked with the serial number “L32772Z”. The right trigger guard bow is marked with two Italian proof marks and the date code. The Beretta logo medallions are on both the original and installed grip panels.
Barrel Length: The original barrel is 4.92”. The installed barrel measures 5.125”.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a ramped blade with an orange rectangle pinned to the slide above the muzzle. The rear sight is a fully adjustable square-notch with a white line outlining the notch dovetailed to the top rear of the slide.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The installed grips are two-piece rosewood panels. There are light handling marks on each. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the panels rate in about Fine-Excellent.
The original grips are included separately and are two-piece checkered black synthetic with smooth borders. There’s no notable wear or damage. The checkering is sharp and there are no chips or cracks. The grips are in Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Stainless Steel
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: Both bores are bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bores, just a small amount of light fouling.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 96% of its metal finish. There is some faint thinning on some of the leading edges. There are light scratches and rubs on the installed barrel. There are two small smooth rubs on either side of the slide at the front. There is a faint scratch on the left side of the dust cover. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun is 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 17-round magazines, two 15-round magazines, one 10-round magazine, an HKS mag loader, the original grips, barrel, and guide rod, installed custom barrel with compensator, and factory paperwork including the manual and a letter from Beretta as well as a December 2009 issue of American Rifleman featuring the Beretta M9.
Our Assessment: This Beretta 92FS, is a single and double-action semi-automatic pistol chambered 9mm Luger rounds. The design was originally adopted for service with the US Armed Forces in 1985, where it was designated the M9, and it continues to see service to this day. The M9 has been employed in well over 100 operations and has a record of operational excellence. This is a commercial 92FS Stainless that was made in 1992 and remains a mechanically sound handgun. The 92FS is an extremely well designed handgun that should prove useful in a variety of scenarios. It should also be noted that Beretta is currently the oldest manufacturer of firearm components in the world, the company manufactured arquebus barrels which were supplied to the Venetian fleet that defeated the Ottomans during the Battle of Lepanto in 1571. The company remains one of the most prestigious firearms manufacturers in the world, and this pistol is an example of the quality firearms the company is renowned for. This pistol comes with several magazines and a barrel fit for the installed compensator. This is one Beretta you do not want to miss out on!