Thoughts?

Just from a looks perspective, I prefer the 92fs.

 

I'd get one with the straight dust cover since it looks exactly like the M9.

I've fondled the 90 Two, and don't personally care for the grip. It's about a quarter inch shorter and a bit narrower than the 92fs, just enough so that half of my pinky has no place to sit, and just kinda hangs limply in space.

 

I have enough of that with other appendages, so I passed.

 

YMMV

I haven't held a 90two, but I def like the 92FS. Fits my hand great and all the controls feel "right". I ended up getting a Taurus PT-99.

I owned a M9. I regret having sold it. The gun was just a bit fat in the grip for my stubby fingers. It was as reliable as could be though.

I would never endorse a Taurus, because I have had nothing but bad experiences with their guns (all older ones though. maybe newer ones are better). Taurus must think they are designing for pimps and players by how large their graphics are. That said, I believe their PT99 design is superior to the Beretta though. They have a frame mounted safety instead of slide mounted. For me, it is much easier to manipulate in the lower frame mounted spot. Beretta only made a few, hard to get now, models with the frame mounted safety.

I can't say anything about the 90Two because I have never shot it.

Lol... I have to agree that they have some pretty "pimpin" pistols. Stainless, gold hardware, mother of pearl grips! HA! I agree that the frame mounted safety is nicer. It very natural to access, vs reaching on the 92FS. Its cheaper than the Beretta by a few hundred bucks, and I have only had minor problems with the pistol that were sorted out easily. The 99 has adjustable rear sights. Some people mention problems with them, but I have had none in. I think their 92/99 line and revolvers are pretty stout. If I were getting a compact, 1911, etc... I'd look elsewhere.

 

I gotta say, break down on the 92 models was a big seller for me. I can disassemble and reassemble this pistol VERY rapidly with zero tools. It may not be a concern for some, but making it easy to work on makes it easy to clean.

the two handguns that Taurus can make really well, the PT99, and the PT1911. They can copy the best of them.

 

then again, Taurus uses the former Beretta plant in Brazil to make those PT99's.

the two handguns that Taurus can make really well, the PT99, and the PT1911. They can copy the best of them.

 

then again, Taurus uses the former Beretta plant in Brazil to make those PT99's.

 

 

I think there revolvers are pretty good. My M605 has been amazing. Certainly passed my expectations. Their autos on the other hand. Will that's another story. I do like the PT92 and PT1911 though.

How are their .410/45Colt revolvers? I want to get one of those to blast some shot shells.

Here's a decent review of the Judge...

 

http://www.theboxotruth.com/docs/bot41.htm

 

They don't seem to think that 5 rounds of birdshot or buckshot at 10ft would stop someone. It would certainly be a bad day for the perp not to mention it would be like impossible to miss. Seems like a really cool gun regardless, and you can always just load up 45 colts. Lol, just think about it... your buddies pull out thier Glocks and Sigs... then you whip out your SHOTGUN PISTOL. SHAZAM!

Short Attention Span Theater

Short Attention Span Theater

 

 

Your not kidding.

 

 

As far as my preference, well that may speak for itself since I just bought a new .40 90 Two. This while having owned a 92 years ago, which I also liked a great deal. Just like the new design as well as feel of the 90-Two, and I wanted the new buffer since it's a .40 in order to avoid the pitfalls of the 96.

This is easy

 

92FS

This is easy

 

92FS

 

 

I'll take the M9 over the 92FS, if only because it doesn't have the retarded lawyer warning on it (although I like the rear sights on the 92FS better).

 

 

Below is courtesy of the FAQ on the Beretta Forum.

The differences between the M9 and 92FS:

The M9 usually has a straight dustcover and non-radiused backstrap (Contract Pistols will always be straight/straight)

The 92FS (recent model) has a radiused backstrap and angled dustcover

M9 markings (including proof markings and cage # markings)

M9 lacks the warning to read owner's manual

The rear sight of the 92FS has 2 dots, whereas the M9 has a single half-moon

M9 (unless special or limited edition) comes in cardboard box, with no plastic hard case

 

All model 92/M9/M9A1/96/90Two model barrels are made the same way.

 

All other aspects of 92FS and M9 are similar/identical. This includes warnings and polymer coated parts.