Beretta 90 Two 9mm
Beretta 90-two PistolsBy Chuck Hawks Illustration courtesy of Beretta USA Corp.Beretta, the world's oldest gun maker, produces some of the best and most advanced service pistols in the world. Their new top of the line model is the successor to the famous Model 92 line, and is appropriately named the Model 90-two.Model 90-two pistols share certain basic characteristics. Among these are improvements to form, fit and function compared to the previous Beretta 92 Series. 90-two pistols feature a removable polymer wraparound grip in two sizes (standard and slim), rounded and snag-proof external surfaces, rounded trigger guard, integral accessory rail, increased magazine capacity, internal recoil buffer, captive recoil spring guide assembly, ambidextrous safety, reversible magazine release button, luminescent night sights, and quick assembly feature. All incorporate an automatic firing pin block safety and will fire with the magazine removed. The open-top slide configuration of earlier Beretta pistols was, thankfully, retained.
The pistol's construction is a blend of polymer, aluminum alloy, and phosphated/Bruniton coated steel.There are three variations in the 90-two series, the Type F, Type D, and Type G. The differences are in the trigger and safety. The Type F is the basic model, a double/single action (DA/SA) pistol with a manual safety lever that also serves as a hammer decocking lever. It operates just like the famous Beretta 92F (M9) service pistol.
3 thoughts on “ Beretta 90-Two ” Chris Singletary February 12, 2012 at 5:49 pm. The only reason I dinged it a 7 instead of a 10 is because it only comes with one size of grip. The other you have to buy and since the stock one was too large I got the smaller one and even then it is too big in my hand (my S&W M&P fits perfect).
Pushing the slide mounted safety lever down safely returns the hammer to its lowered position and also disconnects the trigger so that the pistol cannot be fired until the safety lever is pushed up to the 'fire' position. There is a hammer half-cock safety notch.The Type G is a DS/SA pistol similar to the Type F, but the manual safety feature is absent. The 'safety' lever serves only as a hammer drop device. This type of action mimics the operation of most SIG pistols. This is, to me, a sensible alternative, since a DA pistol is inherently safe with the hammer down, just as is a conventional DA revolver.
There is really no need for a manual safety lever per-se.And the Type D is a 'double action only' pistol. The hammer follows the slide down to the uncocked position after every shot, requiring a double action trigger pull for the next shot. There is no manual safety, half cock hammer notch, or hammer drop lever, as none are needed. The Type D is a self-loading pistol that operates like a 'hammerless' double action revolver.
Therevolutionary Beretta 90-TWO pistol introduces NEW improvementsto form, fit and function while maintaining the integrity andreputation of its predecessor, the legendary Beretta 92/96 Series.Law enforcement and military officers around the world havedepended on the 92/96 Series to protect them for twenty years,and will now rely upon the 90-TWO for more individualized performance.Evolving from the 3,000 quality control checks and measuresset standard by the original 92/96 pistol series comes the ergonomicallyenhanced 90-TWO. Featuring a technopolymer removable single-piecewrap-around grip in two sizes, the 90-TWO has evolved to individuallyfit the hand of each shooter, while maintaining accuracy andreliability.TECHNICALDATACaliber: 9x19 mm.40S&WMagazine Capacity: 17 rounds (9mm)12 rounds (.40 S&W)Overall Length:8.5 in.Overall Height:5.5 in.Overall Width:1.5 in.Width at Safety Levers: 1.4 in.Grip Width (Standard Grip): 1.32 in.Grip Width (Slim Grip): 1.26 in.Barrel Length:4.9 in.Sight Radius: 6.4in.Weight Unloaded:32.5 oz. To evolve this already renowned firearm even further, Berettaagain used the famous Giugiaro Design styling to enhance itsappeal and ergonomics. With new features added, even more integritywas built into this powerful sidearm with standard Superluminovasights, removable frontsights, and a new front accessory rail (MIL-STD-1913 “Picatinny”),with removable rail cover. Additional improvements include aquick reassembly feature, and a captive recoil spring guideassembly, all while reducing the part count by thirteen.This aluminum frame semiautomatic pistol offers a short recoil,delayed blowback system that continues to yield faster cycletimes and deliver exceptional accuracy and reliability. Thenew internal recoil buffer increases service life, while maintainingsuperior accuracy.
The open top slide virtually eliminates jammingand stovepiping, and allows the operator to easily load onecartridge at a time should the magazine be lost or damaged. No Glare Finish: Beretta’sexclusive Bruniton non-reflective matte black finish is a superiorcorrosion-resistant coating.11. Magazine capacity: Increasedto hold up to 17 rounds 9mm and 12 rounds.40 S&W. Magazinesfrom standard 92/96 models are completely interchangeable withthe 90-Two.12.
Beretta 90 Two 9mm Occasion
Quick reassembly feature: Reassemblylever returns to locked position automatically when slide is replaced.13. Ambidextrous Safety: Easily accessibleby the thumb of a right- or left-handed shooter, it is spring-loadedso it’s either positively “on” or positively“off.” (Does not apply to D or G models.)14. Reversible Magazine Release: Positioned next to the trigger guard for either right-or left-handedshooters. Allows rapid reloading. Magazine drops clear when released.