This was a terrible review. This is one of the most under rated fire arms made. You should have broken the gun down and shown the viewers. Extremely well built, almost over built. Solid, few parts, modular design. I have many micro's and can tell you this is one fantastic Beretta product. The Nano which was a terrific model came out in 2012. Many upgrades since then. The New Trigger is NOT long it is a EDC trigger. Most newbies as mentioned below cannot shoot a DA style, most have never even fired a revolver. The Trigger is similar to a Kahr which people love. The gun has terrifice stippling, the serrations are the best I have seen. The gun has little muzzle flip, low recoil. And built to last a lifetime. I have one Nano now that has over 20,000 rds and running fantastic. By the way, it will accept Nano magazines. Another thing. Take this gun and run side by side for a thousand rounds and you will find the APX Carry will not suffer the vibration you get from other guns. Just stays smooth all the way through.
Have many Micro 9mm's, But this by far is my favorite. And I love the trigger. A perfect DAO striker fired. Smooth, deliberate all the way through. I cringe when I hear people talk against the Beretta Trigger. They are not use to one and understand them. Newbies are so use to seeing so much nonsense on TH-cam channels about a light weight crisp trigger which is NOT good for a EDC gun. They do not want to learn the DAO. What a shame. Experienced shooters that do learn them just do not want to go back. This gun is better built than almost every gun in class. Stainless steel through out the gun. Few parts, So easy to work on or clean and such a mild shooting, reliable firearm. I have two of the Old Nano's. One with 20,000 rds and the other with about 6,000. And have no doubt they could double that many rounds or more. By the way, Beretta puts a coating on there guns and they are gritty when brand new. They will wear in fast. Simply one of the best triggers you can get on a EDC.
People who complain about light trigger in carry guns make me cringe and shouldnt be carrying in the first place. If you're that worried its gonna go off then you clearly have a severe skill deficiency somewhere. It's always the same fudds/boomers crying about their gun not having a safety lever. Just get good and stop spreading nonsense.
Cringe all you want. I have been a shooting enthusiast for 4 decades. The Trigger is fantastic for EDC. This is NOT a target gun. And this gun shoots so mild. As I said earlier, the trigger is SMOOTH, DELIBERATE and no it is not long.
I’m glad to read your comments cause I’m actually looking to buy this Beretta. I have a few micros, however this would be my first with optic and decided on the APX. I have shot and carried many a compact revolver 357 over past few yrs, and the one main reason I decided on this striker fire was the one thing I keep seeing the reviewers complain about, the trigger. I believe a long, heavier pull is absolutely the best trigger on a carry gun. Makes you focus on what you’re doing in an extremely heated, stressful situation. Also my belief is that if and when that self defense situation happens, the last thing going through your mind is “how heavy is my trigger again” lol.
I got it. First range trip, back sight came off, front was really loose. Other than that, and a replacement of a recoil assembly after only 70 rounds, 8 round mag.. it’s not a bad gun. Easy to clean, maintaining it couldn’t be easier. I’d recommend it.
The main complaint I’ve read with this gun is the trigger. Everybody seems to think the gun is reliable, accurate and well made but the thing has, supposedly, an awful trigger. My question is, are there aftermarket triggers available? If so, problem solved!
I have one.And to me it is good for carrying,vehicle,house,etc,. defensive pistol. You are correct on the trigger.Which in all the reviews the trigger is a negative.The gun has never misfired.And that is what to expect in a bad situation.But I like it.I put it on a magnet mount in my F-150.With 2 x-tra magazines in the overhead compartment.
I own a full size Beretta APX which I love so I checked these out when I saw how inexpensive they are. However, I couldn't get past that trigger. I think the APX Compact is a much better carry option.
I think it is a great firearm but have to agree, the casings do hit me in the face constantly. I actually don’t mind the trigger. But for the value with optic is a great! I would recommend it for a more experienced shooter who wants a truck gun or carry option.
Did you happen to order through PSA? I read from others on their website it only came with the 8+1 mag. I thought it was supposed to come with a 6+1 and the 8+1. Thanks!
Please, please DO NOT purchase a firearm from Beretta. They treat their customers like garbage, and typically you will never be able to talk to an actual person about your gun. Magazines for the APX A1 Carry are sold out nation wide in the United States - and parts for these guns are not available from Beretta (see my previous statement.)
@@kevmac1230 Thanks for the heads up. You are right, it looks like they shipped another batch of some parts to distributors in the USA finally. I received a human response from Beretta after my 3rd attempt to contact them using their preferred method of contact (service/parts webform on the website.) The response linked me to a 3rd party retailer (Midwest) to buy the rear sight parts that I needed. It is pretty poor that you can't get parts or a decent response from Beretta for a new gun, but on the positive side - at least new parts made it to the distributors again.
Thanks for the honest review. I picked one up a few months ago with the $100 rebate. Not a bad gun for $200 net, but like you, I don't care for the long, vague trigger pull. My Glock 26 is an all-around better shooter, and only slightly bigger. The G26 with a 12 round PMag--12 is actually shorter than the A1 Carry with the 8-rounder. It is a Beretta, and I like the look and feel, and mine has worked flawlessly, but like you I wouldn't recommend it. I keep hoping for an improved after-market trigger but I've found nothing yet.
I want one but every video i watch its issues with the trigger i have the gen 1 apx ful size it flawless...but i worried if i get on ill hv to fix the trigger from the jump...thats why i dont like ruger you hv to upgrade everything
Beretta told me to send my gun back with a magazine i didnt. I figured they would have extras laying around, when they ended up replacing my gun, they sent the new one with 3 magazines too, 😂 free mags!
I play guitar. The reason I mention it is because, like firearms, guitars have their defenders, some rabid. You'll get someone who says there's no comparison between a Fender Strat and a Gibson Les Paul, when the reality is they are entirely different guitars and one's preference is based on the tone one gets from either one. And, like everything else, every guitar has its quirks, positives and negatives. The Beretta APX-A1 Carry is a great gun for what it is. Only a biased putz would complain about it, especially the trigger. I'm telling you, if there's one more "reviewer" who says anything about the trigger being bad, he/she should be banned. Davevabch has it right, the trigger is for EDC so you don't blow your balls off inadvertently. Plus, I don't know what this guy got with his first A1, but either it was an anomaly (which can and does happen all the time in the firearms industry) or he did something stupid with the gun and it broke. He says something about the magazine...seems to me that's where his problem was. If you're going to review a firearm, try being, as they say on FOX, fair and balanced, otherwise, don't post.
I’m sorry but with a breakage in the first mag I would have asked for the extra mags from Beretta rather than ordering out your pocket - for your wait on repairs to a brand new firearm. I like Beretta and own several, but am looking at this model due to the incredible price of just under $300. Optic ready + front sight is tritium (if I am not mistaken) and with a less than ideal trigger it’s still a quality, inexpensive carry. To me I maybe have a habit/problem of wanting to acquire budget firearms to distribute if things go south. Did you end up selling?
“Contains California certified lock” on the label makes me hopeful it will make it to California, now that the micro stamping requirement has been stayed. The would also need a mag safety and loaded chamber indicator. That’s for all the details!
I put one of these on lay way a few days ago then after finding out that their isn't many aftermarket parts for it and mags hard to come buy I went back to the store and switched this gun for a sig sauer p365 which cost a little bit more money but lots of stuff available for it.
I have the shield also it's fabulous no comparison to the Beretta I sent you another email I'm sending mine back to Beretta to be fixed probably going to sell it when I get it back never again
Hey bud how did it go . My apx was supposed to be brand new but it was display . When I fire it don't rechamber it gets locked . Tired of the Beretta snub
I mean, mine worked. I wasn't impressed nor did it give me a lot of confidence, but it worked. I would just double check you're not accidently pushing up on the slide release while you're shooting. Maybe take your left hand off the gun entirely and see what happens.
The new ones DO NOT HAVE AN ADJUSTABLE rear sight. the whole thing is plastic. They don't come with a Optic plate you have to buy it. Do not BUY there are much better choices available for the same price.
Why would a such established company like beretta come up with this single stack nonsense with only 6 rounds in flush mag and the worst trigger of all the competition?! Why?
This gun is 12 years old. It's basically just a Beretta Nano with an updated grip frame. When you look at it with that context in mind. Everything about it starts to make a lot more sense.
This was a terrible review. This is one of the most under rated fire arms made. You should have broken the gun down and shown the viewers. Extremely well built, almost over built. Solid, few parts, modular design. I have many micro's and can tell you this is one fantastic Beretta product. The Nano which was a terrific model came out in 2012. Many upgrades since then. The New Trigger is NOT long it is a EDC trigger. Most newbies as mentioned below cannot shoot a DA style, most have never even fired a revolver. The Trigger is similar to a Kahr which people love. The gun has terrifice stippling, the serrations are the best I have seen. The gun has little muzzle flip, low recoil. And built to last a lifetime. I have one Nano now that has over 20,000 rds and running fantastic. By the way, it will accept Nano magazines. Another thing. Take this gun and run side by side for a thousand rounds and you will find the APX Carry will not suffer the vibration you get from other guns. Just stays smooth all the way through.
I agree he's a whiny Glock fanboy , Its a CC trigger DUH
How does it compare to a p365?
I completely agree. I have several S&W’s (recovered fanboy) and this is my favorite to carry!
I'm so sick of people whining on the trigger.They haven't ever shot a revolver? Too many girly men in modern society.
Have many Micro 9mm's, But this by far is my favorite. And I love the trigger. A perfect DAO striker fired. Smooth, deliberate all the way through. I cringe when I hear people talk against the Beretta Trigger. They are not use to one and understand them. Newbies are so use to seeing so much nonsense on TH-cam channels about a light weight crisp trigger which is NOT good for a EDC gun. They do not want to learn the DAO. What a shame. Experienced shooters that do learn them just do not want to go back. This gun is better built than almost every gun in class. Stainless steel through out the gun. Few parts, So easy to work on or clean and such a mild shooting, reliable firearm. I have two of the Old Nano's. One with 20,000 rds and the other with about 6,000. And have no doubt they could double that many rounds or more. By the way, Beretta puts a coating on there guns and they are gritty when brand new. They will wear in fast. Simply one of the best triggers you can get on a EDC.
Your comment makes me lean towards this instead of an FN Reflex, although a couple of TH-camrs like the ease of racking the Reflex.
People who complain about light trigger in carry guns make me cringe and shouldnt be carrying in the first place. If you're that worried its gonna go off then you clearly have a severe skill deficiency somewhere. It's always the same fudds/boomers crying about their gun not having a safety lever. Just get good and stop spreading nonsense.
Cringe all you want. I have been a shooting enthusiast for 4 decades. The Trigger is fantastic for EDC. This is NOT a target gun. And this gun shoots so mild. As I said earlier, the trigger is SMOOTH, DELIBERATE and no it is not long.
I’m glad to read your comments cause I’m actually looking to buy this Beretta. I have a few micros, however this would be my first with optic and decided on the APX. I have shot and carried many a compact revolver 357 over past few yrs, and the one main reason I decided on this striker fire was the one thing I keep seeing the reviewers complain about, the trigger. I believe a long, heavier pull is absolutely the best trigger on a carry gun. Makes you focus on what you’re doing in an extremely heated, stressful situation. Also my belief is that if and when that self defense situation happens, the last thing going through your mind is “how heavy is my trigger again” lol.
When you arent going to spend half the cost of the gun on a fancy holster a long double action trigger is a nice compromise for safety🤷♂️
I got it. First range trip, back sight came off, front was really loose. Other than that, and a replacement of a recoil assembly after only 70 rounds, 8 round mag.. it’s not a bad gun. Easy to clean, maintaining it couldn’t be easier. I’d recommend it.
The main complaint I’ve read with this gun is the trigger. Everybody seems to think the gun is reliable, accurate and well made but the thing has, supposedly, an awful trigger. My question is, are there aftermarket triggers available? If so, problem solved!
Can’t compare a Glock 19 or a s& w shield comparing apples to oranges 500- 600 gun to a 200 -250 $ gun I have a1 carry haven’t had any issues
Yeah that's a crazy comparison. I own many different guns,including Glock and they're very good. But it was almost 300 bucks more than this Beretta.
I just got one to match my full size APX. I put the striker spring kit in it from Bareta and my trigger pull is 3# in both. It's a good gun.
Can you tell me about the striker spring kit and where you got it? I’m not seeing anything on Beretta website
@@nateman79did you figure it out
@@nateman79 he’s bullshitting they don’t make any spring kit for the APX carry A1.
I have one.And to me it is good for carrying,vehicle,house,etc,. defensive pistol.
You are correct on the trigger.Which in all the reviews the trigger is a negative.The gun has never misfired.And that is what to expect in a bad situation.But I like it.I put it on a magnet mount in my F-150.With 2 x-tra magazines in the overhead compartment.
I own a full size Beretta APX which I love so I checked these out when I saw how inexpensive they are. However, I couldn't get past that trigger. I think the APX Compact is a much better carry option.
I heard the rear sight is connected to the optics plate and is plastic.
I have a nano gun and still don’t see any radical difference with this gun. So there any improvements ?
Mostly the optics cut and maybe some ergonomic changes.
I have 2 of them and have had zero issues with neither! 250.00 concealed carry firearm is hard to find!
I think it is a great firearm but have to agree, the casings do hit me in the face constantly. I actually don’t mind the trigger. But for the value with optic is a great! I would recommend it for a more experienced shooter who wants a truck gun or carry option.
I’m working on getting one I have the nano from years ago loved it it’s a newer version it looks like
What rounds did you put through it ?
You shot it pretty well considering it's new. I got one new for $200 with rebate and it's on its way.
Did you happen to order through PSA? I read from others on their website it only came with the 8+1 mag. I thought it was supposed to come with a 6+1 and the 8+1. Thanks!
@gmagz0647 I did get from psa. I can't remember but it was only 1 mag for sure. I hate the trigger it's very gritty.
@@jackland454 thanks for the reply! It seems the trigger is a common complaint. Any improvement after putting some rounds through the gun?
@gmagz0647 I dry fired it a few hundred times and yes the trigger did get a bit less gritty. Some folks might get used to it.
That sounds like awful customer support.
Buying Beretta you'd expect better.
Might of had better luck buying a Taurus G2C.
Thinking about getting a S&W EZ Shield PC .9mm..............be well.
Please, please DO NOT purchase a firearm from Beretta. They treat their customers like garbage, and typically you will never be able to talk to an actual person about your gun. Magazines for the APX A1 Carry are sold out nation wide in the United States - and parts for these guns are not available from Beretta (see my previous statement.)
I just bought a couple from magshack.24 bucks.
@@kevmac1230 Thanks for the heads up. You are right, it looks like they shipped another batch of some parts to distributors in the USA finally. I received a human response from Beretta after my 3rd attempt to contact them using their preferred method of contact (service/parts webform on the website.) The response linked me to a 3rd party retailer (Midwest) to buy the rear sight parts that I needed. It is pretty poor that you can't get parts or a decent response from Beretta for a new gun, but on the positive side - at least new parts made it to the distributors again.
Thanks for the honest review. I picked one up a few months ago with the $100 rebate. Not a bad gun for $200 net, but like you, I don't care for the long, vague trigger pull. My Glock 26 is an all-around better shooter, and only slightly bigger. The G26 with a 12 round PMag--12 is actually shorter than the A1 Carry with the 8-rounder. It is a Beretta, and I like the look and feel, and mine has worked flawlessly, but like you I wouldn't recommend it. I keep hoping for an improved after-market trigger but I've found nothing yet.
I want one but every video i watch its issues with the trigger i have the gen 1 apx ful size it flawless...but i worried if i get on ill hv to fix the trigger from the jump...thats why i dont like ruger you hv to upgrade everything
It'll improve after 3 or four hundred rounds.
Good gun. Outstanding value. Got mine for $180 after rebate.
Beretta told me to send my gun back with a magazine i didnt. I figured they would have extras laying around, when they ended up replacing my gun, they sent the new one with 3 magazines too, 😂 free mags!
Good call. I'm still just a tad bit unsure to how many they actually set me. It may have been just one magazine and I had others lying around.
I play guitar. The reason I mention it is because, like firearms, guitars have their defenders, some rabid. You'll get someone who says there's no comparison between a Fender Strat and a Gibson Les Paul, when the reality is they are entirely different guitars and one's preference is based on the tone one gets from either one. And, like everything else, every guitar has its quirks, positives and negatives. The Beretta APX-A1 Carry is a great gun for what it is. Only a biased putz would complain about it, especially the trigger. I'm telling you, if there's one more "reviewer" who says anything about the trigger being bad, he/she should be banned. Davevabch has it right, the trigger is for EDC so you don't blow your balls off inadvertently. Plus, I don't know what this guy got with his first A1, but either it was an anomaly (which can and does happen all the time in the firearms industry) or he did something stupid with the gun and it broke. He says something about the magazine...seems to me that's where his problem was. If you're going to review a firearm, try being, as they say on FOX, fair and balanced, otherwise, don't post.
I’m sorry but with a breakage in the first mag I would have asked for the extra mags from Beretta rather than ordering out your pocket - for your wait on repairs to a brand new firearm.
I like Beretta and own several, but am looking at this model due to the incredible price of just under $300. Optic ready + front sight is tritium (if I am not mistaken) and with a less than ideal trigger it’s still a quality, inexpensive carry.
To me I maybe have a habit/problem of wanting to acquire budget firearms to distribute if things go south. Did you end up selling?
I ended up putting it up for consignment at my local gun store. I'm actually going to be picking up its replacement, a S&W Shield, today.
“Contains California certified lock” on the label makes me hopeful it will make it to California, now that the micro stamping requirement has been stayed. The would also need a mag safety and loaded chamber indicator.
That’s for all the details!
Lmao wow , in Florida I can carry a AK pistol in my backpack
@@mdubb4855 sucks you have to put up with that NONSENSE
I put one of these on lay way a few days ago then after finding out that their isn't many aftermarket parts for it and mags hard to come buy I went back to the store and switched this gun for a sig sauer p365 which cost a little bit more money but lots of stuff available for it.
I have the shield also it's fabulous no comparison to the Beretta I sent you another email I'm sending mine back to Beretta to be fixed probably going to sell it when I get it back never again
Also just bought one for $180 (not including tax and transfer).
Link?
Hey bud how did it go . My apx was supposed to be brand new but it was display . When I fire it don't rechamber it gets locked . Tired of the Beretta snub
I mean, mine worked. I wasn't impressed nor did it give me a lot of confidence, but it worked.
I would just double check you're not accidently pushing up on the slide release while you're shooting. Maybe take your left hand off the gun entirely and see what happens.
I bought in Oct. of last year and just got mine back after the same issue.
Have you shot it yet? If so, how do you like it?
So they had it for almost a year?
The new ones DO NOT HAVE AN ADJUSTABLE rear sight. the whole thing is plastic. They don't come with a Optic plate you have to buy it. Do not BUY there are much better choices available for the same price.
Honest review 👍🏽
Beretta should come out with a single stack 92
You wanna sell one or two of those mags? LOL
Sure wish they made it thinner.
Thanks for your honest unbiased opinion. I was interested in buying one but now after this video I definitely won't.
Quiero cargadores de esos en mexico no hay.😢
Why would a such established company like beretta come up with this single stack nonsense with only 6 rounds in flush mag and the worst trigger of all the competition?! Why?
Some people like slimmer/lighter pistols for concealed carry. Not everybody is on the double stack micro bandwagon.
It's not the worst trigger. The trigger is Personal preference.
This gun is 12 years old. It's basically just a Beretta Nano with an updated grip frame. When you look at it with that context in mind. Everything about it starts to make a lot more sense.
Frame the advertisement and put it above your bed!
broke out of the box? lol
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