honestly I think that Beretta is on to something with the ammo can packaging. I live it, and truly think all pistols should come packaged more like that
I seen this video probably 10 times and I can’t get enough of this beautiful pistol, and one day I know I will get one ,thank you for the great job on the review
I just got an M9A3. I prefer the FS model with the safety/decocker. I hear the trigger on the A4 is amazing I can’t imagine how much better it can be than the A3 because that trigger feels so good compared to the regular M9.
Actually, both the M9A3 and M9A4 have the so called “D” spring. The most palpable difference is the double action pull. The original M9 classic, which I also have, the double action is over 12 lbs initially. Now that it’s broken in, it’s around 10 lbs or so, closer to 11. Single action pull is close to 5 lbs initially, down to 4 now. I recently bought a M9A3 three weeks ago. Double action on the A3 is 10 lbs right now, think it will drop to 9lbs after it gets broken in. 4lbs single action. Will be lower after breaking in. This makes the A3 so much easier and smoother to shoot, this plus the raised night sights also means I’m more accurate too….Now, I just need to save up for my can to really have some fun! (Have eyes set on a Rugged Obsidian .45 cal can for my FN FNX-45, with an adaptor for the A3).
I know. I was interested in ordering one of these until he said there was no safety on the decocker. That was one of the reasons I got my PX4. I would not like to holster the M9A4 in the dark and have it go off on me.
First time ive ever seen packaging like this! It makes complete sense. Instead of packaging it in a box most will probably never use again, they give you an ammo can. Great video. Thanks for sharing. Just sub'd. keep going.
One of my fav pistols of all time! Baretta making guns for ever and the M9 has been in Miltary services for ever! AND ADD to the fact that the M9 is in tan
The black piece just above the trigger on the right side of the pistol is the Trigger bar. In the original M9 there was a spring that slots into the frame of the pistol and the bottom of the trigger bar to hold the trigger bar to make the trigger bar engage the firing mechanism. I'm assuming the design hasn't changed. A lot of soldiers made the mistake of taking a toothbrush up inside of the mag well to clean out any dust or sand and would wind up disengaging the spring and losing it. If the spring is lost, the weapon WILL NOT FIRE as the trigger bar will drop down and not engage the firing mechanism that works the hammer. If you own this firearm, be very careful when you clean the mag well that you don't knock the trigger bar spring loose. You might want to see if you can obtain extras, just in case. To replace the spring, take off the hand grips, locate the hole in the frame and seat the short leg of the V shaped spring into the frame, then work the spring up into the groove in the bottom of the Trigger bar. Easy to lose, and just as easy to fix.
@@Gruntreviews I spent a few years as a Unit Armorer in the Army and graduated from the SAM 31 course (Small Arms Repair and Maintenance). I had 155 of the Original M9s in my arms room and saw this issue repeatedly.
Aside from its biggest shortcoming, the 9mm caliber, the Beretta 92 platform is one of the finest, best, most accurate, and most reliable firearms invented by mankind. You will never be underarmed with one of these on your hip. Only if they could make this pistol (just the way it is), in a .45 ACP, you will never need any other pistol. EVER!
@@Gruntreviews Anything is better than the 9mm. My ultimate round for a gunfight is .45 ACP with 230 grain projectile. I love the Beretta 92 system. I just don't line the caliber.
@daryoushsameyah8329 there's trade offs eith every caliber, the big one being size vs capacity. No matter which caliber you choose, it's all about accurate hits on anatomically significant areas in rapid fashion.
I purchased one of these for service as a deputy as I’m afraid my boxer would eat a service Glock,night sites are outstanding runs like a singer sowing machine
6:11 Maybe I'm not seeing it, but I thought on the A3/ A4, with the hammer cocked, the de-cocker was angled up a bit more noticeably. In the video it looks like it's parallel to the slide.
LUCKY you all have positive experienced on this M9A4. Mine sent out to factory after 8 rounds of bullets fired, The Front sight came off. It does not fix to the slide because it was loose. Like it was not belong there. I sent it out for warranty repair back on August 2023 and now March 2024 the Slide was still back order coming from Italy.
I must be the only fool that still loves the 45., I'm in love with my FNX 45 Tactical, 4 years of heavy duty usage and still kicking strong and precise but this one is perfection, I would carry it everyday to save some money of course, 45 are expensive. I might purchase one eventually. Nice video mate, cheers!
Beretta is a way better manufacturer than a lot of people give them credit for. I think a lot of it has to do with the military experience with the M9/M9A1. Which is a little misplaced when those guns have decades of service and 10’s of thousands of rounds. The M9 I carried as ASF in the Navy p, the bluing was so worn it looked like an INOX model lol
Indeed. Most of the military ones had been rode hard and put up wet. Despite the abuse, they could've been worse. We will have to see how the sigs hold up after 20-30 years.
Never liked the M9 regardless of how beaten or new it was. Too many malfunctions to include the slide pin shearing at the range. Was never a fan of the trigger feel and that includes the action. I figure it's popularity came from the movie Lethal Weapon because those of us that transitioned from the 1911 and held these things were like WTF is this? Sort of like how so many Vietnam soldiers felt when they were handed the M-16 after using the M-14. Unimpressed.
@@silntstlactually, the M 16 was a game changer in the jungle environment of Vietnam. I got there in October 1967 when the issues had been mostly resolved by Marine armorers. The lightweight fully automatic assault weapon gave us a significant advantage over the M 14 when fighting an enemy armed with AK 47s. I have one to this day 56 years after Vietnam.
Just had mine at the range the other night...love shooting it, so smooth, easy trigger, consistent. Put a can on it to finish a couple of mags and i'll be cleaning it now forever lol.
Love the 92 but it was a dumb idea to remove the full safety. That’s one thing that always made that a much better and safer pistol especially for edc.
Most companies are getting away from manual safeties in the striker and DA/SA guns. If you've got a good holster and trigger discipline, they are redundant. Now a SAO, external safety very much relevant.
@@Gruntreviews in my opinion and experience as well as being around children having guns accessible in the house having a gun with an external hammer so it can be de-cocked and then a safety applied makes the gun safer than having a gun that always ready to fire. Especially around kids in today’s society. I’ve brought my children up around guns from birth just like I was as I had a father that was a Vietnam vet marine and he taught me marine corps safety and shooting techniques from the age of 5. So it’s not my kids that I was worried about it was their friends which probably haven’t received the same gun discipline. Now a gun with no external hammer and just a trigger safety for military, tactical, police use I can completely see and agree with. Not saying civilians shouldn’t own one because I believe fully in the 2nd amendment. I just believe that these types of guns needs to be locked up in a safe at all times when you have children in the house.
@@P-J-W-777 kids definitely add another variable to the mix when talking about storage. That's something that parents have to consider and decide works best for their family.
@@Gruntreviews yep. I myself just always felt safer having the added extra safety measures even though I taught my kids well. As you know a bunch of friends can lay down a lot of peer pressure when they want to see dads gun collection. I’m the type of fella that believes an unloaded gun is a useless tool so mine are always loaded but their friends don’t know that.
You know what no one ever talks about? Finding holsters for pistol with lights and rails. Sure, you can get kydex, but not all of us want a hard price of plastic digging into our hips.
I'm not a gun guy (and I'm not from the US either), so I was wondering if it's normal for guns to not have a safety, coz it seems quite an important feature, especially in this case, where simply pulling the trigger even after de-cocking the gun would still fire it.
7:11 that would most definitely be Negligent discharge. Accidental is mechanical failure. Not knowing how to properly decock your firearm is negligence 👍🏾
@@rabidc0d3r25 things have definitely advanced from the days of wheel guns, but a hammer fall NDs im sure still occur, probably to a smaller degree than they used to.
Unless I'm mistaken it seems really stupid that it doesn't have any safety at all. Is there any reason they chose to remove the safety to just have the decocker?
I'm not sure on the decision, so this is my speculation. The decocker has been an option, but a large portion of DA/SA pistols don't have them. I believe it was an military requirement and they've finally gotten away from the need for it.
My m9 came with a more mat desert storm color like yours better. It's more of a bronze shine nice.Also fullsize aint a bad edc, but the grips are like sandpaper and do scratch a bit but ive gotten used it.
Should be getting mine today! Can't wait! Absolute perfection IMHO. Do you know if they got the mag issue squared away yet? Superb review BTW. Two thumbs up!👍👍
U didn't mention the front cocking cuts on the slide or the box checkering on the front of the combat trigger guard. This is a sexy pistol, but I personally prefer the m9a4 slide on a traditional m9 frame
It has everything I want besides being inox IT DRIVES ME CRAZY they have every version of an m9 you can imagine besides a4 inox. If i want front serrations i gotta buy a discontinued expensive gun or get a gunsmith but im not sure its legal to put front serrations over the text on original m9s
As far as the grips, I don't know man, the M&P2.0 has probably got the borderline of what is an acceptable amount grip texture 😂. Anything more than that would definitely not be a carry piece.
If the gun goes off when you use the decocker it would be an AD not ND. An AD is when the gun mechanically does what it’s not supposed to do when safety protocols are adhered to. ND is human error, not mechanical.
Have you noticed any scratches or marring with the trigger bar? I want to get an a4, but I’ve heard that the trigger bar is notorious for scratching the frame.
@@velizarmilutinovic2947 No I’m the kinda guy that would buy the a3 that doesn’t have this problem, because I work hard for my money and don’t think a mar on the frame within the first hundred rounds is acceptable qc.
@@phantom_knight5150 Maybe small drop of lubricant once in a while would prevent it from scratching Keep in mind you are giving away the ability of having red dot sights just because of a possible small unnoticeable scratch
I love mine. That trigger is one of the best “stock” triggers I got. I see yours got sent with the two black mags too. After some time Beretta finally sent me a redeem email to get my two FDE mags.
Instead of saying, "I'd have to check on that," when guessing on the facts of the firearm, look them up ahead of time. Have the homework done before you shoot the video. The only time it's acceptable to not know a fact about something you are discussing is when you are doing a live presentation. Even then, you should have done your homework. If you would do your homework, you'd have a winning channel. Your voice is easy to listen to. Your camera work is great. Your hands (it matters) aren't hard on the eyes. Great attempt. Keep improving.
@@Gruntreviews lol, I did go ahead and check it out right after posting the comment. Thanks for the info. I guess it's hit or miss but can work unlike any browning action firearm without a Nielsen device
@@bendabutcha if the can is lightweight, you're probably OK. If it's heavy, it becomes more iffy. The advantage of the beretta action is that it makes a fantastic suppressor host.
My cz75 is way more accurate than me beretta 92. Probably because cz fits my hand much better but can't deny that beretta feels much more premium andi have the cheap one
Attractive pistol, have a closer look and it's lipstick on a .... First the A4 trigger is dismal- try a M9a1 w an upgraded D spring or Taurus PT92- and I have competition among the variants and they out shoot the A4. Next the optics plate uses tension screws on a sheer application- why? To have the optics get loose . No safety, heavy trigger and questionable engineering wrapped up in a great can.
Optics system could definitely be improved, but it appears they worked with what they had available. Trigger isn't terrible, but I agree it could be improved.
Question does it only come in this color or can I get it in black? Sorry might be a dumb question but I’m new to this and looking for a starter pistol. Always love the design and heard it’s a good beginner pistol/conceal carry. 🙂
That is the USA factory version , not the Italian version. I have a BERETTA 92A1 "Italian version" I have deleted the "DECOCKER" on my A1 it is a safety switch only now.
honestly I think that Beretta is on to something with the ammo can packaging. I live it, and truly think all pistols should come packaged more like that
I initially hated it. But it's growing on me.
Was the first thing I noticed, I dig it too
as a teenager who loves guns, considering i cant one real ones, ive been collecting airsoft toys and storing them in real-steel graded cases
Find that box more practical then the original since I use a large multiple gun nanuk carry case.
I agree. At first I was like H*** no, but now, it has grown on me. I find myself liking it more and more each range visit!
I seen this video probably 10 times and I can’t get enough of this beautiful pistol, and one day I know I will get one ,thank you for the great job on the review
Thank you for the kind words.
Is a nice pistol. Still dont like the location of the deckoquer ... reason why prefer Taurus. NOTE. The review is Awesome
@@cesarfranco2063Taurus: Voted most likely to be found at crime scenes 20 consecutive years and counting!🤣
@@GenXMafia just wao.. really is pretty reliable and for me lot better than bereta 92 s for the safety location and system
@@cesarfranco2063 I'm messin with ya.
I just got an M9A3. I prefer the FS model with the safety/decocker. I hear the trigger on the A4 is amazing I can’t imagine how much better it can be than the A3 because that trigger feels so good compared to the regular M9.
Yup, would be nice to see a safety option.
Actually, both the M9A3 and M9A4 have the so called “D” spring. The most palpable difference is the double action pull. The original M9 classic, which I also have, the double action is over 12 lbs initially. Now that it’s broken in, it’s around 10 lbs or so, closer to 11. Single action pull is close to 5 lbs initially, down to 4 now. I recently bought a M9A3 three weeks ago. Double action on the A3 is 10 lbs right now, think it will drop to 9lbs after it gets broken in. 4lbs single action. Will be lower after breaking in. This makes the A3 so much easier and smoother to shoot, this plus the raised night sights also means I’m more accurate too….Now, I just need to save up for my can to really have some fun! (Have eyes set on a Rugged Obsidian .45 cal can for my FN FNX-45, with an adaptor for the A3).
I know. I was interested in ordering one of these until he said there was no safety on the decocker. That was one of the reasons I got my PX4. I would not like to holster the M9A4 in the dark and have it go off on me.
Plz link I want❤
First time ive ever seen packaging like this! It makes complete sense. Instead of packaging it in a box most will probably never use again, they give you an ammo can. Great video. Thanks for sharing. Just sub'd. keep going.
Thank you for the kind words
So many empty glock boxes in the closet....
@@davegiard2221 exactly
Ya none of mine never came in a box like that
One of my fav pistols of all time! Baretta making guns for ever and the M9 has been in Miltary services for ever! AND ADD to the fact that the M9 is in tan
@@TheGammingPie the fde is definitely a love or hate color scheme
I’m getting it cause it matches my can 😂
Of all the firearms I’ve ever owned, this pistol has by far the best and most unique case.
@@Dav1dwuzhere indeed. It's definitely in a class of it's own.
The presentation of this gun from the manufacturer makes me want to buy it
They did a great job with packaging
Really like the vertical pelican case style packaging, have a safe weekend!
Indeed. It's a significant improvement over what other manufacturers are offering. You have a great weekend as well.
Better than the cheap ammo cases, not quite a pelican. It definitely beats the simple cardboard box.
I always been a sig guy but I held the m9a4 today and love it! Trigger isn't bad
I really wish sig would update or come out with a new p226
Same here.. P226 fan here.. but I will probably replace it with this Beretta for home defense.
ab-so-lootly love this pistol! an outstanding, smooth shooter!!
We're looking forward to getting time on it at the range.
Love Beretta’s packaging. Sort of like when Trijicon used to come in Pelican cases.
They still do, I bought an MRO and RMR like a week ago
They seem to be one of the few left that haven't gone to the cardboard box/range bag combo.
The black piece just above the trigger on the right side of the pistol is the Trigger bar. In the original M9 there was a spring that slots into the frame of the pistol and the bottom of the trigger bar to hold the trigger bar to make the trigger bar engage the firing mechanism. I'm assuming the design hasn't changed. A lot of soldiers made the mistake of taking a toothbrush up inside of the mag well to clean out any dust or sand and would wind up disengaging the spring and losing it. If the spring is lost, the weapon WILL NOT FIRE as the trigger bar will drop down and not engage the firing mechanism that works the hammer. If you own this firearm, be very careful when you clean the mag well that you don't knock the trigger bar spring loose. You might want to see if you can obtain extras, just in case. To replace the spring, take off the hand grips, locate the hole in the frame and seat the short leg of the V shaped spring into the frame, then work the spring up into the groove in the bottom of the Trigger bar. Easy to lose, and just as easy to fix.
I believe Wolff sells the springs individually
@@Gruntreviews I spent a few years as a Unit Armorer in the Army and graduated from the SAM 31 course (Small Arms Repair and Maintenance). I had 155 of the Original M9s in my arms room and saw this issue repeatedly.
@@waynecoulter6761 that's good info. I hadn't run into it yet, but I'll definitely keep an eye out during maintenance.
@@Gruntreviews Glad to help. Knowledge not shared is useless! I've been retired since 2008 and still teaching!
Only channel to explain the extra mag situation. subbd & thankful for that. just bought one. maybe I'll get lucky and be able to get 5 mags too
Thank you. Figured it would be helpful to folks.....mags aren't cheap.
Aside from its biggest shortcoming, the 9mm caliber, the Beretta 92 platform is one of the finest, best, most accurate, and most reliable firearms invented by mankind.
You will never be underarmed with one of these on your hip.
Only if they could make this pistol (just the way it is), in a .45 ACP, you will never need any other pistol.
EVER!
I'd have to go 10mm
@@Gruntreviews Anything is better than the 9mm.
My ultimate round for a gunfight is .45 ACP with 230 grain projectile.
I love the Beretta 92 system. I just don't line the caliber.
@daryoushsameyah8329 there's trade offs eith every caliber, the big one being size vs capacity. No matter which caliber you choose, it's all about accurate hits on anatomically significant areas in rapid fashion.
@@Gruntreviews I agree. I'd rather put shots on target correctly and accurately and speedily. But I'd rather those were .45's!
But I see your point
I purchased one of these for service as a deputy as I’m afraid my boxer would eat a service Glock,night sites are outstanding runs like a singer sowing machine
@@rickedson4688 out of curiosity, are you running it with a light?
Beautiful firearm. I've owned a Taurus copy of an M9. I'd love the real Italian make and model.
Thank you for dropping a comment
6:11 Maybe I'm not seeing it, but I thought on the A3/ A4, with the hammer cocked, the de-cocker was angled up a bit more noticeably. In the video it looks like it's parallel to the slide.
Same position cocked as it is uncocked.
Glad it comes with the arched grips, never been a fan of the flat grips, never quite feels right to me
I'd like something like an Atlas v2 setup. That has become my new favorite grip.
LUCKY you all have positive experienced on this M9A4. Mine sent out to factory after 8 rounds of bullets fired, The Front sight came off. It does not fix to the slide because it was loose. Like it was not belong there. I sent it out for warranty repair back on August 2023 and now March 2024 the Slide was still back order coming from Italy.
I hadn't heard of a sight coming off. I hope they get ya fixed up soon.
I want one. I've used the old traditional for years at work.... and i wish we had this.
It's not a huge jump from the A3, but it is a massive leap from the original.
@BarryJayson-rc2zrTalk to your local FFL. They can walk you through all the requirements for your state.
I must be the only fool that still loves the 45., I'm in love with my FNX 45 Tactical, 4 years of heavy duty usage and still kicking strong and precise but this one is perfection, I would carry it everyday to save some money of course, 45 are expensive. I might purchase one eventually. Nice video mate, cheers!
@@Mr.X-A1 thank you for the kind words
I deployed as a SSgt in the Air Force with an M9. Thank god because carrying an M4 on the flight line sounded terrible.
Most folks got to carry both. Definitely would be a pain lugging a rifle around a pax terminal on a working basis.
Beretta is a way better manufacturer than a lot of people give them credit for. I think a lot of it has to do with the military experience with the M9/M9A1. Which is a little misplaced when those guns have decades of service and 10’s of thousands of rounds. The M9 I carried as ASF in the Navy p, the bluing was so worn it looked like an INOX model lol
Indeed. Most of the military ones had been rode hard and put up wet. Despite the abuse, they could've been worse. We will have to see how the sigs hold up after 20-30 years.
Never liked the M9 regardless of how beaten or new it was. Too many malfunctions to include the slide pin shearing at the range. Was never a fan of the trigger feel and that includes the action. I figure it's popularity came from the movie Lethal Weapon because those of us that transitioned from the 1911 and held these things were like WTF is this? Sort of like how so many Vietnam soldiers felt when they were handed the M-16 after using the M-14. Unimpressed.
@@silntstlwomp womp still a better gun than the 1911
@@silntstlactually, the M 16 was a game changer in the jungle environment of Vietnam. I got there in October 1967 when the issues had been mostly resolved by Marine armorers. The lightweight fully automatic assault weapon gave us a significant advantage over the M 14 when fighting an enemy armed with AK 47s.
I have one to this day 56 years after Vietnam.
Just had mine at the range the other night...love shooting it, so smooth, easy trigger, consistent. Put a can on it to finish a couple of mags and i'll be cleaning it now forever lol.
That's the only thing I hate about cans. The cleaning is a nightmare after.
I just got mine and I have to look at it every night before I go to bed 😆
Give it a little love pat too, don't want it getting lonely
I typically hate FDE, but the M9A4 has almost a desert camo look too it with the multiple shades of FDE.
It reminds me of the SCAR
@@GruntreviewsI love it honestly, scar Camo and the m9a4. But the m9a4 just looks clean
Certainly an usual finish on it. I like it.
It's unique for sure
The prettiest handgun on Earth. HKP30 and the Shadow guns look amazing but this takes the cake
It does look very nice. I'd like to see a black version as well.
@@Gruntreviews yeah, a black version would be nice
I have the Performance 92X Im tempted to get this one
The performance is a fun little package as well.
Thank you for this video. Berettas are good looking guns.
Thank you for dropping a commenr
Awesome looking weapon! cool review dude.
@@clintwestwood1895 thank you for the kind words
Great review. I have fallen in love with mine
Thank you for the kind words
The packaging makes me want it more, that is how it should be done
It's definitely marketed well
As a gulf war veteran in the CAV, when do I get my issued pistol?
Thank you for the comment!
Love the 92 but it was a dumb idea to remove the full safety. That’s one thing that always made that a much better and safer pistol especially for edc.
Most companies are getting away from manual safeties in the striker and DA/SA guns. If you've got a good holster and trigger discipline, they are redundant. Now a SAO, external safety very much relevant.
@@Gruntreviews in my opinion and experience as well as being around children having guns accessible in the house having a gun with an external hammer so it can be de-cocked and then a safety applied makes the gun safer than having a gun that always ready to fire. Especially around kids in today’s society. I’ve brought my children up around guns from birth just like I was as I had a father that was a Vietnam vet marine and he taught me marine corps safety and shooting techniques from the age of 5. So it’s not my kids that I was worried about it was their friends which probably haven’t received the same gun discipline.
Now a gun with no external hammer and just a trigger safety for military, tactical, police use I can completely see and agree with. Not saying civilians shouldn’t own one because I believe fully in the 2nd amendment. I just believe that these types of guns needs to be locked up in a safe at all times when you have children in the house.
@@P-J-W-777 kids definitely add another variable to the mix when talking about storage. That's something that parents have to consider and decide works best for their family.
@@Gruntreviews yep. I myself just always felt safer having the added extra safety measures even though I taught my kids well. As you know a bunch of friends can lay down a lot of peer pressure when they want to see dads gun collection. I’m the type of fella that believes an unloaded gun is a useless tool so mine are always loaded but their friends don’t know that.
@P-J-W-777 that is the beauty of the firearms world. There's a platform out there to suit everyone in every situation.
You know what no one ever talks about? Finding holsters for pistol with lights and rails.
Sure, you can get kydex, but not all of us want a hard price of plastic digging into our hips.
@wadewilson6628 im surprised Safariland don't show an option for the beretta.
I'm not a gun guy (and I'm not from the US either), so I was wondering if it's normal for guns to not have a safety, coz it seems quite an important feature, especially in this case, where simply pulling the trigger even after de-cocking the gun would still fire it.
The manual safety tends to be relegated to single action firearms. Most modern DA/SA and striker fired pistols do not have a manual safety.
I was thinking of getting one for Self Defence instead of a Glock, is this a good idea andbhow expensive is it?
It's all preference. I'm not a glock fan. These are running around 1k msrp.
@@Gruntreviews yeah that sounds about right, but I feel like it is too thick to be a conceal carry
@@yeetrreet2453 I think it feels better than the striker fired bricks. I'd be more worried about the beavertail
Yes and yes
Glocks are ugly 😢
Would be nice to have the tool for the odd size grip screws.
@@jetman1979 indeed
7:11 that would most definitely be Negligent discharge. Accidental is mechanical failure. Not knowing how to properly decock your firearm is negligence 👍🏾
@@rabidc0d3r25 things have definitely advanced from the days of wheel guns, but a hammer fall NDs im sure still occur, probably to a smaller degree than they used to.
A comment about the handedness. The magazine release is reversible. It is not right hand only.
@@nussbaumjm yes, but no right side slide release.
@Gruntreviews my "it" was the mag release. Not the slide release. You said the "mag release is right handed." It's reversible.
Good call
Klasse Verpackung , super Idee !!!
Thank you for dropping a comment
Unless I'm mistaken it seems really stupid that it doesn't have any safety at all. Is there any reason they chose to remove the safety to just have the decocker?
I'm not sure on the decision, so this is my speculation. The decocker has been an option, but a large portion of DA/SA pistols don't have them. I believe it was an military requirement and they've finally gotten away from the need for it.
Also probably because many DASA firearms do not have an external safety
My m9 came with a more mat desert storm color like yours better. It's more of a bronze shine nice.Also fullsize aint a bad edc, but the grips are like sandpaper and do scratch a bit but ive gotten used it.
@@al-ww5jp I've noticed the frames end up more bronze and the slides more tan
Should be getting mine today! Can't wait! Absolute perfection IMHO. Do you know if they got the mag issue squared away yet? Superb review BTW. Two thumbs up!👍👍
Thank you for the kind words. I believe they have started shipping the FDE mags, but I can't confirm that as a fact.
It's cool they'll send you an adapter plate if you register it, but also kind of sus...
That's the way a lot of these folks are going. They're trying to build contact lists for marketing.
U didn't mention the front cocking cuts on the slide or the box checkering on the front of the combat trigger guard.
This is a sexy pistol, but I personally prefer the m9a4 slide on a traditional m9 frame
I'd like this slide on a steel frame for a bit more weight.
Unrelated, please tell me your username is a Burn Notice reference.
@@Gruntreviews definitely is. & I run the m9a4 slide on a old m9 frame.
Best duty weapon ever in my opinion
Sam Axe was a great character.
It has everything I want besides being inox IT DRIVES ME CRAZY they have every version of an m9 you can imagine besides a4 inox. If i want front serrations i gotta buy a discontinued expensive gun or get a gunsmith but im not sure its legal to put front serrations over the text on original m9s
LTT might have options
Gotta say for the price you do get a decent amount of stuff.
@@jasonsong86 indeed. Definitely beats the single mag in a flimsy case that many offer.
I wonder why these are so hard to find in new condition? Is it just high demand? Hope it's not discontinued
Theybe been coming back in stock at more and more vendors.
Fantastic pistol. I hate the tan color here but thanks for the review.
Thank you for dropping a comment
That is gorgeous! I need to get one
The Italians do have a knack for producing things that are visually appealing.
@@Gruntreviews I actually just got back home from picking mine up! Yessirrrr!
Very nice. Let us know how it runs for ya.
As far as the grips, I don't know man, the M&P2.0 has probably got the borderline of what is an acceptable amount grip texture 😂. Anything more than that would definitely not be a carry piece.
@mitchellbryars9338 it's a preference thing, I like moderate aggressive for carry and super aggressive for comp
If the gun goes off when you use the decocker it would be an AD not ND. An AD is when the gun mechanically does what it’s not supposed to do when safety protocols are adhered to. ND is human error, not mechanical.
Either way, neither would be good.
I'll buy one when it comes in black!
They sorta do. The 92x RDO.
I’m surprised that with a threaded barrel it didn’t come with suppressor height sights.
Indeed. It's a head scratcher.
I don’t know if I want this or xdm elite as my next purchase
I'd go m9a4 way before an XDM. That being said, I'm not a fan of the XD series.
Was my side arm in Iraq 08'. But mine was black.
Yup, good ole military issue M9
I thought they stopped including manuals and where having you print them off website?
They may have. This was filmed a while ago.
Is that not a safety lever on teh left side with a red dot in the cut out for the lever?
@@Elfin4 decocker only
A hard case that can be used!😯
It's definitely a rarity nowadays.
Have you noticed any scratches or marring with the trigger bar? I want to get an a4, but I’ve heard that the trigger bar is notorious for scratching the frame.
Nothing yet. It does like to build up a little bit of dirt in the area though.
So you are one of those who buy a tool but worry about scratching it 😂
Today they cost only like $949 at least the one I was looking earlier today
@@velizarmilutinovic2947 No I’m the kinda guy that would buy the a3 that doesn’t have this problem, because I work hard for my money and don’t think a mar on the frame within the first hundred rounds is acceptable qc.
@@phantom_knight5150
Maybe small drop of lubricant once in a while would prevent it from scratching
Keep in mind you are giving away the ability of having red dot sights just because of a possible small unnoticeable scratch
@@phantom_knight5150lol dudes complaining about a small scratch on the frame. Go buy a barbie doll set
I noticed in the mag chamber the paints coming off already from the mags going in. Surely that's not a good thing?
You're always going to get some wear in the grip from mags going in and out.
@@Gruntreviews thanks for clearing it up. Wasn't sure whether it was normal or not.
Beretta did a good job with this pistol but I would still take the sig m18x. It's a way overpriced pistol but it comes with a really nice dot.
I still don't totally trust that sig has gotten their ND situation figured out yet.
I love mine. That trigger is one of the best “stock” triggers I got. I see yours got sent with the two black mags too. After some time Beretta finally sent me a redeem email to get my two FDE mags.
It took a few months, but I got mine as well.
what a pretty pretty gun
It's an iconic look for sure
@@Gruntreviews definately
Instead of saying, "I'd have to check on that," when guessing on the facts of the firearm, look them up ahead of time. Have the homework done before you shoot the video. The only time it's acceptable to not know a fact about something you are discussing is when you are doing a live presentation. Even then, you should have done your homework. If you would do your homework, you'd have a winning channel. Your voice is easy to listen to. Your camera work is great. Your hands (it matters) aren't hard on the eyes. Great attempt. Keep improving.
Always improving. Thank you for the feedback.
I wish they would make a new Beretta PX4 storm.
That would be interesting to see.
Does this need a nielsen device ie pistol booster for suppressor use? I dont think its a tilt barrel browning design so it shouldnt right?
I've got a range review up on it where I ran a few suppressors. Generally you don't need one, but it will depend on the can and the load
@@Gruntreviews lol, I did go ahead and check it out right after posting the comment. Thanks for the info. I guess it's hit or miss but can work unlike any browning action firearm without a Nielsen device
@@bendabutcha if the can is lightweight, you're probably OK. If it's heavy, it becomes more iffy. The advantage of the beretta action is that it makes a fantastic suppressor host.
Hefty price tag 😵💫 but it’s such a good looking handgun
It definitely has that iconic look
make sure to take out product before using target. What does it mean???
Sadly, for every dumb warning, there's a dumbass to go with it.
lol @@Gruntreviews
My cz75 is way more accurate than me beretta 92. Probably because cz fits my hand much better but can't deny that beretta feels much more premium andi have the cheap one
CZ makes a solid pistol for sure.
The Italians sure like to do things a little differently. Better? Sometimes questionable. But different for sure.
@@Narwaro passion is usually the descriptor for anything italian
Attractive pistol, have a closer look and it's lipstick on a .... First the A4 trigger is dismal- try a M9a1 w an upgraded D spring or Taurus PT92- and I have competition among the variants and they out shoot the A4. Next the optics plate uses tension screws on a sheer application- why? To have the optics get loose . No safety, heavy trigger and questionable engineering wrapped up in a great can.
Optics system could definitely be improved, but it appears they worked with what they had available. Trigger isn't terrible, but I agree it could be improved.
Is this the M9A4 Centurion or the M9A4 Full Size?
Centurion
When did Doug DeMuro start doing gun reviews?
@@DevinJamesK if only I had his following
That was cool box. And which is waterproof. Wooow
It definitely beats cheap cardboard
I have an FDE CX4 Storm.
I need this to pair with it.
Would definitely be a fun combo. Just gotta grab a couple FDE cans to go with em.
Question does it only come in this color or can I get it in black? Sorry might be a dumb question but I’m new to this and looking for a starter pistol. Always love the design and heard it’s a good beginner pistol/conceal carry. 🙂
The m9a4 is only FDE to my knowledge. They have other options in black.
@@Gruntreviews ohhhh okay I get you thank you!!
@@Ghosterguy1149 my pleasure
I like how many colors are on it
50 shades of FDE
@@Gruntreviews is this any different than the one the military would be issued?
It's significantly updated from the military m9.
Best hand gun❤
@@SimonRui it's definitely iconic
Does it come in colors other than tan? Like silver or black?
@@cheeseboy5768 they have similar models in different colors, this one specifically comes in tactical peanutbutter
Thanks for the review.
My pleasure
Cool setup.
Thank you for dropping a comment
That is the USA factory version , not the Italian version. I have a BERETTA 92A1 "Italian version" I have deleted the "DECOCKER" on my A1 it is a safety switch only now.
@@Franklin-w3c indeed. A few different safety options on the 92 series with a decent amount of interchangability.
@@Gruntreviews I hated the DECOCKER on my 92A1, so now I treat it like a "COLT 1911" COCKED & LOCKED.....
@@Gruntreviews Well not locked but you know what I mean...
@@Franklin-w3c I agree with ya there, the auto decock when safing the weapon was a bit annoying
@@Franklin-w3c yup
How do you buy them and get them like this? Like where do you go?
Available at any licensed dealer, this is all factory.
Nice weapon sir ,price ..?
MSRP is around $1000
Thanks sir .God bless u
Nice but I wish they made this in black.
Yup, FDE is definitely a love it or hate ir color.
there nice but expensive girsan 92 with RDO included is only 550
Only downside is the turkiah Imports are very hit or miss on QC
Are the slides for the A3 and A4 interchangeable?
That I do not. I don't have an A3 to try it on.
Wow, that's a great gun. this is American-made. right.
If i recall correctly these are all US. There might be some Italian imports, but i can't confirm.
Very nice review. When You put range movie about m9a4?
At soon as the weather cooperates.
Nice but I prefer black, bummer about the mags Be careful.
it would be nice if they had a black option as well
@@Gruntreviews I’d love to see it offered in an urban grey cerakote color .
Hmmm. That would definitely be interesting to see.
we have to put that disclaimer because marines will color the bullseye with their crayons and then shoot it
That or get it pregnant.
This gun does have a safety. Does it not??
@@josephtorres3253 decocker, not a manual safety
Which is best beretta m9a4 or colt 1911 45cal?
Depends on the shooter. 2 totally different platforms and two different calibers. Pros and cons to both.
does this gun only suck in the military?
The military ones are usually beat to shit.
remington m24 sws please!
@@tankeryy1566 not a bad choice
Max Payne wanted this gun !
@@user-lucky-boy995 i forgot all about that game till you mentioned it
where can I buy the M9A4 and the M92FS online.
@@rodelramos9963 there's a bunch of vendors