Likewise, as we used an open-bottom holster, the face of the muzzle, which has a recessed target crown, showed some wear after a month or so.Īlthough a chopped-down model with a shorter Type L grip and 13-round magazines– shown to the right– the 92X Compact ran fine on full-sized 15/17-round 92F magazines– although you can see they hang out a bit further, with a standard 92 mag shown fully inserted. Also, the open-barrel construction and pinky extension magazine pad are collection points for dust, grime, and clothes lint, so be sure to inspect your 92X regularly if carrying one. This can be fixed with aftermarket grips or by sanding down the factory panels. Carrying a spare mag gave us 27 rounds of 9mm on hand.īe warned that, should you use a holster without a barrier between the grip and the user, the texturing on Beretta’s factory grips is aggressive and will chew at your side. We used an older Kramer IWB leather holster for a 92FS as we had one on hand and had no issues with the gun. Likewise, pocket, ankle, and small of the back carry can be ruled out unless you want to shuffle in a comic book-worthy gait or print like a 1900s daily newspaper. We carried the test gun for nearly 400 hours in such a manner without issue during both winter and summer weather as well as in urban and field conditions. When it comes to carrying, the size makes it a bit tough for some to use the Beretta 92X Compact in an IWB appendix carry holster unless you go awkwardly high-waisted, but if carrying strong-side in the 3′ or 4′ o-clock position with a good belt then you are good to go.
Weight and size are very similar to the P229, G19 and M.20 Compact with the 13-round capacity of the Beretta Compact matching the Sig but falling two rounds short of that provided by the 15+1 Glock and S&W. Going even shorter, the 92X Compact has the Centurion-length slide and barrel on a shorter frame (5.25-inches high, versus the standard 5.4-inch) to produce a handgun more suited for concealed carry.
While the standard/full-sized 92X uses a 4.7-inch barrel to produce an 8.5-inch long handgun that tips the scales at 33.4-ounces while unloaded, the smaller Centurion is a more Commander-style offering with a shorter 4.25-inch barrel which boils down to a 7.75-inch overall length. Since late September, we have been shooting and evaluating a new Beretta 92X, specifically the Compact variant with the smooth dust cover. Related: Unboxing the Beretta 92X Compact & Comparing it to its Rivals Carry While some scoff at external safety levers, those searching for guns that sport them are in the money.
BERETTA 92X CENTURION IN STOCK SERIES
Internal components are square with legacy 90 series parts of similar size while the double-action/single-action types (F/S, G) can be swapped. The guns use a steel trigger and mag release.Įxpanding on the original line, the 92X series is backward compatible with all 92-series magazines and railed accessories while the front sights and grip panels are compatible with M9A3 models. Universal slide design features Vertec configuration dovetail sights and an easily replaceable control lever that allows the user to convert from safety-decocker (F) to decocker-only (G) and back.įront slide serrations enable the end-user to manipulate the slide easily in any weather and lighting conditions.īuilt-in 3-slot Picatinny rail enables easy attachment of a variety of aftermarket tactical lights, laser devices, and other accessory options.Beretta’s new 92X series comes in several flavors, varying primarily in sizeīuilt on the Vertec profile frame with a straight backstrap and updated grip options, the guns all feature a round trigger guard, beveled magazine well, chrome-lined barrel with a recessed target crown, front and back cross checkering on the grip frame, and combat sights with dovetailed fronts.
BERETTA 92X CENTURION IN STOCK FULL SIZE
Now available in Full Size and Compact configurations.Īggressive textured 92X-style thin grips for instinctive control, consistent target acquisition, and a comfortable fit for any shooter right out the box.
Proudly built in the USA, the new 92X RDO continues the evolution of an iconic series that delivers the unmatched performance modern shooters demand. The Beretta 92X RDO pistol features the reliable mechanisms of the venerable 90 Series family with a red-dot optic ready slide, a short reset trigger, and aggressively textured 92X-style thin grips for instinctive control and a more natural fit for all shooters.
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