Beretta Model 70S 70-S .22 LR Steel Frame Single Action Semi-Auto MFD 1979
SOLD FOR: $1901
LSB#: 211001SK02
Make: Beretta
Model: 70S
Serial Number: A90909U
Year of Manufacture: 1979
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Action Type: Single Action Semi-Automatic Pistol
Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “PIETRO BERETTA – Gardone V.T. – MADE IN ITALY”. The right side of the slide is marked “BERBEN CORPORATION N.Y. – N.Y. – MOD 70S – CAL. 22 L.R. / PATENTED”. The left side of the frame is marked with the serial number, “A90909U”. The right side of the frame is marked “PB”. The right side trigger bow is marked with two Italian proof marks and an Italian “AE” date, indicating the year of manufacture as 1979. The left side of the barrel is marked “PB” and “SMONTAGGIO”. The right grip panel is marked with the three-arrow emblem over “P. BERETTA” and the right panel “P. BERETTA / MADE IN ITALY” encircles the magazine release.
Barrel Length: 3 1/2”
Sights/Optics: The front sight is a blade integral to the slide. The rear sight is a height and windage adjustable square-notch pinned to a channel at the rear of the slide.
Stock Configuration and Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered polymer panels with smooth borders and serrated backstrap. The left panel features a prominent thumb rest. The smooth areas have minor nicks and a few light scuffs. The checkering is well-defined. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips rate in Fine condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion, but minor stubborn fouling can be seen near the throat and at the muzzle.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 96% of its metal finish. The barrel and trigger have light operational wear with the barrel having also scattered light nicks, mostly on the top. The slide flats have intermittent minor nicks and a few scuffs. The screws show light tool marks with strong slots, and all markings are clear. Overall, this pistol is in Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. There is a quarter cock safety, left side thumb safety, and magazine disconnect. We did not fire this pistol. As with all used firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork, and Accessories: This pistol includes one (1) 8-round magazine with pinky extension, the original factory box and the manual.
Our Assessment: On offer here is a Beretta 70S manufactured in 1979. This is an export version for the United States market, notable for its prominent left side thumb rest (America, Land of Big Thumbs). In overall Fine condition, this pistol has very little wear, the bore is clean, and mechanically all is well. The included original factory box and manual round out the package nicely. Good luck and happy bidding!