Beretta Model 21A INOX 22 LR Gun Review
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- Опубликовано: 28 авг 2024
- The Beretta Model 21A has been a favorite since 1984 and the Inox Version was introduced in 2000. The Tip-Up Barrel design is unique and well designed. We appreciate Gun Zone Deals for the help!
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Love my 21A. Bought it years ago after I had to stop a robbery attempt without my carry gun. I beaned the dirtbag over the head with a 1 gallon paint can I happened to be carrying out the back door of our restaurant. Next day, got my Berretta in 22lr. Carry it everywhere.
LOL NICE,
I was jogging decades ago at night becz it was way cooler, caught scumbags breaking into cars. Years of training in martial arts I knew how to handle two guys. Followed them until they decided to attack me becz they were sick of running, I knew that they were tiring as well. So I moved to between two cars so only one could come at me at a time.
I STEPPED TO THE LEFT AND SWUNG MY RIGHT HAND VERY HARD AND LANDED THE 5 C BATTERY MAGLITE RIGHT ACROSS HIS LEFT TEMPLE.. HE DROPPED AND I THOUGHT DAMN I KILLED HIM. HE WOKE TO SEE HIS PAL RUNNING AS FAST AS HE COULD AWAY SCREAMING F THIS. I gave a fake chase where I said the only words of the whole incident ( I was silent for the fear factor effect, they would think who is this nut case) I yelled "WHEN I CATCH YOU I AM GOING TO KILL YOU" I was just bs, but I wanted to lol at them later even more.
I guarantee i fractured his eye socket or worse. The old maglite was about 16-18 inches and swung perfectly due to ergonomics. Sadly the batteries leaked an corroded the insides away and they no longer seem to make the model.
(now watch and lets see if some pos losers come along and call me and you liars, most likely not on this channel but I have been called a liar from this story by the typical do nothing losers we have in the world now)
GOD BLESS THE USA
SOME DOUCHE BAG CALLED ME WALTER MITTY,, BIG SURPRISE THEN THE DOUCHER MUST OF DELETED, I CAN NOT FIND TO REPLY..
LIKE I SAID A DO NOTHING LOSER THAT CAN NOT BELIEVE OTHER DAY IN DAY OUT FOLKS WILL STAND UP AN FIGHT BACK.
THE NATION IS FULL OF COWARDS NOW.
WHOM DO NOT LIKE THE USA AND WANT
THE LAND OF THE ENSLAVEDD
AND THE HOME OF THE COWARDS
@Standard User Name why, just because he caught them redhanded exercising their right to break into and loot other people's property, and they tried to flee rather than yield? I would have permanently crippled one for resisting..
@@vvt7825 THANK YOU MARTIN...
I DID IT FOR A FEW REASONS ONE BEING I BET THEY THOUGHT HARD ABOUT DOING SUCH CRIMES AGAIN!!
STANDARD BETA LOSER CAN NOT GRASP A THING, HE IS THE TYPICAL LEFTIST P O S WHO SIDES WITH THE F CRIMINALS
@@barneythedog977 I believe you’ who would go through all that typing for the sake of impressing total strangers’ i as well would of done same’ dirtbags today have no accountability and that’s why the do the slop they do’ if you don’t stand up for what is right then your part of the problem.
My Dad purchased a 21A in the mid 80's and it has been fired more times than I would venture to even estimate. We lived in the country and this little pistol was fired almost daily. In general, when the pistol is clean and lubed, it functions flawlessly even with bulk ammo. Super easy to use with the tip up barrel. I recently purchased the new model 21A Covert with a 1/2x28 threaded barrel and really nice checkered walnut grips. So far with CCI mini-mags, it has been very reliable. The action seems a lot stiffer than the old 80's 21A. I'm hoping the Covert's action will limber up over time and be as silky smooth as the older gun. Firing the Covert model with a suppressor installed is a really cool treat.
A 22 in the pocket is better than any gun left at home.
Had one back in the '90s followed by a .32 Tomcat. Both performed flawlessly.
Still have it?
Have had a 21A for about 15 years. Love it!! Carry it 24/7. Have only pulled it once to deter two POS. Didn’t fire, just seeing it convinced them not to f*ck with me.
I have one of these that fills the role of "Rule #1 of gunfights: Have a gun". Not a go-to CCW by any stretch of the imagination, but more for those days you're lazing around the house and just want something in the pajama pockets.
I get around this issue by having a gun in every room of my house
No offence, but if you either live in a place where you actually feel you need a pistol in the pocket of your jammies or have a lifestyle that dictates same, don't you think there's a problem? Asking for a friend.
@@robertbrown9860 some people don't have the means to root up their life and move somewhere that's probably more expensive to live.
I have a lightly used M21 that's about 25yrs old. It's amazingly accurate for what it is, 100% reliability
Love my 21a and my 950 too! Great guns! I saw a long barrel version at a gun show many years ago and really regret that I didn't come home with that.
One thing I love about your reviews is you always get straight to the shooting! Thats the first thing the viewer sees. Often if I look up a gun I want to see it fired several times as im interested in how it performs/looks when firing before I invest time in the review . Great review! Might pick one up as a first time concealed carry/road trip pistol.
One shot into body mass from a .22 will definitely ruin somebody's day. Three or four probably will ruin their survival chances. A shot to the head or heart and they aren't going anywhere in s hurry. Advantages of that little gun, less distraction from noise for the shooter, low recoil, light and quick handling, inexpensive ammo so regular practice won't ruin the bank balance. For daily carry I reckon this is a better bet than a 9mm. My uncle always dispatched his hogs with one shot of .22 high velocity. Don't ever underestimate the lethality of a .22.
I gotta say the 22LR is surprisingly loud out of a 2.4" barrel. The Remington Subsonic, which won't cycle this pistol, is barely tolerable and will induce tinnitus. I put my ears on for the mini mags. Those work wonderfully.
@@Fudmottin Yep, always a good idea to put the ears on when practicing.
In a self defense scenario getting a near perfect location shot or two off is a lot more difficult than shooting paper targets that aren't shooting back at you or about to eviscerate you with their blade. The same imprecision also applies if you have a larger caliber, perhaps even more, however a 9mm HP has a lot more wound channel capacity and stopping power, and one shot may be all that is necessary to stop the assailant. That being said, not having to deal with any recoil with a 22 is a big plus in that situation. Either way I don't want to be on the business end of any firearm, but the larger calibers do have a much better chance of stopping or instantly slowing down an attacker with just one shot. But I still love shooting 22's and have owned them all my life, though I don't have one of these, I'd like one.
@@mjograus8800 got one to carry when walking on trail need to be more familiar with this gun.
@@wilycoyote9091 I've never been on the two way range with real ammunition. So I can't speak to the stress that induces. I have been on a two way range with sims. While they don't break the skin, they can give a nasty welt. Eye protection is essential. The situation is very dynamic as both you and your advisory are moving. Point shooting skills come into play. Interestingly enough, aimed fire practice at both stationary and motion targets that are not shooting back at you can actually improve your point shooting skills.
Take this with the appropriate grain of skepticism as this is the Internet after all. I'm just putting this out there. My experience is that ability to deliver rapid controlled fire is very useful. I am not any sort of expert marksman, so I think my experience will translate to the everyman.
I love my 21A... great little gun and surprisingly accurate.
0.5” group … at 1 meter.😉
Yep, I used to have a 950B (.25ACP). I carried it for a long time when I was doing roadside service at night. GREAT PISTOL!!!
I also have the 3032 Inox Tomcat and it is one of my favorite carry firearms.
It is a very reliable CCW firearm and I love mine.
Great in your pocket in a sticky holster for hot days when you can’t easily carry a larger firearm.
They are extremely concealable for sure. Mine fits in my jeans front pocket nicely 😎
My wife bought mine the day before we were married in 07. On our 10 year I bought a set of nice wood grips for the gun. It has a long storied past with me, it'll never go anywhere. Keep em clean, they are a ton of fun ! Can't wait for the taurus review Sootch, keep up the good work brother.
I bought the original one in 1984 loved it but for some stupid reason I sold it n realized what a mistake I made n yrs later I bought another one all matte black still have it today👍
I have a Tomcat in the Inox and recently picked up one in the blued finish. Both in .32ACP. Both made in Accokeek, MD. Looking for a Bobcat in .25. I blame (I mean THANK) you for making me a mouse gun appreciater!
I love my Inox 3032 Tomcat for CCW on hot days with a sticky holster for pocket carry.
Also fun at the range.
IIRC The Bobcat in .25 was only made for 2 years.
They are perfect for smaller, weaker hands. My wife is very pleased with her Tomcat. I picked up the .22 version to make range time more affordable. 😎
I have the discontinued.25 cal 950 BS with no problems.Well worth overpaying to get one if interest.Might have some difficulty getting it in good condition gun or extra magazines.
Always loved these small Beretta pistols
Beretta makes awesome guns
I have both a 21A .22LR and a 950 .25. Both are great little pistols. The 950 will eat any .25 ammo I put in it. The 21A must have high velocity ammo to work reliably. I only really trust CCI Stingers and CCI Mini Mags in it. I really love the tip up barrels. I used to have a Tomcat .32, that I foolishly sold years ago. Perhaps I'll pick up another one someday.
I have a 21A I bought in the late 80's. It has always shot great. I put a set of rubber grips on it a couple years ago, they feel much better than the plastic grips. I can't believe what these guns are selling for now. Unreal.
I've got the Beretta Model 21A. It's definitely ammo sensitive.
I recommend staying with round nose only (copper plated preferred), *High Velocity* cartridges. Test to find out which one works best in your pistol.
Odd thing is, that Beretta in the *Owner's Manual* (p.9), states:
>> *Standard Velocity* rounds will typically function more efficiently than High Velocity rounds and with less wear to the weapon.
I use CCI Mini Mags they work just fine. Stingers are great too!
If you can find them try to get Remington yellow jackets or vipers conical shaped bullets mine loves them.. out of 200 rounds not one malfunction
@@joeytomato // I've got the Taurus TX-22. Fantastic pistol. It, too, will eat ANYTHING. And it's got 16-round mags ... nice.
You should only have to rack the slide to feed a round after having manually removed a bad one from the chamber.
I have a matte-black 21A that I've only tried once and it is not at all reliable with the MiniMag solids, the only ammunition I had with me. I bought it used and don't know its history. I should probably try some Stingers; if it works with them, that will be an indicator that the gun simply wasn't shot much, not enough to be broken in yet.
perpetrations ! LOL
Great video. I have a Model 950B in .22 Short, and Models 950 BS and 418 in .25 Auto. All shoot well. Your Model 21A looks very nice. No other guns in this size range approach the Berettas in terms of quality and reliability.
My 21A will eat any brand of .22 LR I have shot through it. Lucky? It’s a joy to shoot and Id stake my life on it in a pinch. The tip up barrel is phenomenal idea. Love the DA/SA. I carry without safety engaged. No need. Heavy DA pull is the safety.
The 950 Jetfire in .25 is a favorite, I own two and carry one in my front pocket almost daily. My uncle carried it before me. Great little gun that is comfortable to carry anywhere.
I've had several of these 21,950,and tomcat, wife took it. Back in the 70's I bought a case of ravens and gave them out for Christmas, oh for a simpler time in Southwest Virginia. Anyway you said range and I think you do like the rest of us hillbillies and dance a popcan around in the backyard. Love ya dude
Rev Dr Jeff
Owned one for a few years. Very reliable, accurate, and ran any ammo I put through it. I ended up selling it and bought a ruger lcp 2 22lr.
You like the Ruger LCP 22lr better? I have an LCP 22lr as well.
Been my EDC for over a year. I don't feel undergunned in my environment at all. It dispatches rattle snakes and bad guys equally. 👌🏻🇺🇸
Go Ruger lcp2 .22lr 👍🏻always ready.
@@625jeffrey I like it much better.
I had an Inox 3032. Great gun. Flawless quality. Only sold it because .32 was crazy expensive to shoot.
I own a taurus pt22. I havent shot it in years. I always thought it was fun with the tip up barrel and the small size. It's not really a kid friendly firearm on the range because of the heavy double action only trigger pull. The heritage rough rider and walther p22 are perfect for teaching and having fun with the kids.
My grandsons love this little Beretta when we went shooting. Lol. Standing in line! I only handled to pass to the next! It has a single action and the trigger got much better over time. Especially the double action. It was horrible when I first got it. And yes ammo choice was important and keeping it reasonably clean.
God bless all here.
When I took my niece to the range for the first time in her life, her first shots were from a Walther P22. I got CCI Mini Mags so it would cycle properly. Malfunction clearance isn't fun for a first time shooter! She also got to fire an AR-15 that day! :-)
Bought one in June. It broke after 3 trips to the range (slide disengaging while cycling when fired). Sent it to Beretta in mid July. It’s now November, and I’m still waiting for it to come back, and have no idea how much longer it will be. Beretta’s customer service is a DISASTER!! I called at the end of September and was on hold for FOUR HOURS (had the call on speakerphone while I was working). After four hours exactly to the minute, their phone system disconnected the call! Not sure if I’ll keep it when it finally gets back, or trade it in for something from a company that actually cares about its customers. I know one thing for sure…I’LL NEVER BUY ANOTHER BERETTA AGAIN!
I almost bought one back in 1993 for my second handgun but the sights were so tiny. I like the textured handle on this new one and 22 LR is still fairly cheap ammo.
My cousin owns a model 20 Beretta 25 that she purchased back in the 1980s .. about 20 years ago she purchased a tomcat 32 which she loves.. I told her to hold on to the model 20 because it's RARE .. and is worth a lot more than the model 21 to collectors
I've got an older version of Beretta Model 21A its been great for teaching new shooters
You always provide quality videos. Thanks for doing what you do.
Wish these were more readily available. I would buy one (or more) in a heartbeat if they produced and sold at a reasonable price.
About 3 months ago a used one (the black version with the wood grips and threaded barrel) came into my local gun shop. $250 with two extra mags, the box and zippered bag. A great deal.
I have an older 21a that doesn’t have the stupid warnings on the side. Gun has been shot god knows how often. It’s been shot so much that everything that receives impact is slightly “compressed” I guess you would call it. It’s really really broke in lol. Finish still looks ok surprisingly. Also the gun works very reliably still. Probably should replace the springs though by now. Anywho it’s a great gun, and I love that little thing lol
I've wanted one for a long time. Glad to see the review!
This is a little beautiful gun it provides comfort and safety
Wanting to save a little $, I purchased a Taurus PT22 Poly instead of the Bobcat. Basically jammed or stovepiped with every mag, sometimes multiple times. Sent it back and Taurus made some tweak to the mag which improved things, but still very finicky. Ended up picking up the Berretta, which works flawlessly. The grip isn’t as comfy as the Taurus, but it’s a much better shooter.
That is a sweet pea of a gun very accurate and reliably is awesome.
I carried the single action Jet Fire in my boot as a back up to my issued model 15 for years & regret letting it go after I retired in ‘97.
I love the 21A INOX .22LR. I bought the 3032 Tomcat INOX in .32ACP, but I wish I had the .22LR variant.
7:12 "We grip from the front to the back". Never even thought about that, but...so very true. Another great bit of info you always put into your videos. You are informative, concise, and entertaining. For the "Grip" factoid alone...Subscribed. Thanks.
Awesome 👏🏾 review! Thank you for the video, just purchased the Bobcat as I was tired of lugging around the Glock 43. Wanting something lighter for concealed carry! Haven’t been to the range yet, but based off your review, I am eager! Thanks again! 👍🏾
I have a vid up of my 21a Inox with suppressor. It’s a really fun setup. Beretta didn’t skimp on the quality. Thanks for the great video, sir.
Does it run reliably? Mine is quite picky on ammo. I'd think a suppressor would would make it worse.
If I ever do my paperwork I think the 21A would be my first handgun. It is a beautiful design and looks like a fun gun for just messing around.
I have The same model ,but in 6.35 (.25) calibre, very very good. I carry in my pocket.
Ocimar ,Serra Negra city ,Brasil.
Sootch, (@1:05) it sounds like you and that tomcat pi$$’d off the chipmunks…🐿 That’s one mad chipmunk chirping in the background…🤣👍🏻👊🏻
I have a Beretta 3032. I love the tipup design. It’s a fun gun to shoot. I don’t carry it as a personal defense weapon, but it a blast at the range.
Beautiful... will definitely be in the collection some day, another great review
My 87 T grouped so well with CCI 40grs solids , i had to get one & try it out. Outstanding mouse gun & now a fave.
It's a fun little range toy, though it is very picky on ammo. It only seems to like higher velocity ammunition like the CCIs. If only I could get it to function reliably, I'd use it as a "Just to have a gun" gun.
That's a shame... I have had excellent reliability out of mine.
Mines been 100% I have 2 of them.
@@daniellea5789 same here. load and unload the barrel and good
@@daniellea5789 It certainly is! I'd like to have a reason to carry the thing but it just isn't reliable enough, jamming every other magazine, as soon as it gets just a bit of carbon on it. It's at least a cool thing to have, though I may have to exchange it for something that is more reliable someday.
if a person does decide to carry it and only has one magazine a option is a pouch on the hip like a Crosman pellet pouch wich is velcro holding for closing and about $5, it holds 100 count 22 lr, think of it as a "dump pouch" wich older police officers carried with revolvers, but right side up, the advantage is wearing it in public it doesnt draw attention and if say you would get in a bad situation and you have good cover 100 rounds is available to refill single stack magazine or single load to return fire, sounds funny but depending on your tactics and stealth you just may be the first one man army with a mouse gun in a mall or if anything you have people in a safe area like a bathroom you can return fire and hold that possition at least and not be a easy target, the reason i bring this up is because what we learn from history is people doing amazing things with limited resources both in battle and on the streets, if we train with limited resources or in this case with every weapon we have including a mouse gun then we are only helping our mind set being preparred to know what to do if a situation should come up, whats good about a 22 is the very large amount of ammo you can have with you in public, the massive volume of ammo you can carry with comfort makes up for its low muzzle energy, also fast accurate follow up shots on vital areas like the heart, and the ramen noddle bucket hitting that narrow band between eyes and ears, another thing about 22 pistols is long accurate shots, if say you had a full size 22 you carry, because you have so much ammo like the 100 count pouch, you have plenty because the mag in your gun and spare mags are with you any way and if you consider the 22 buckmarks 10 round mags they are very thin and putting 2 together they are in size similar to a double stack mag of another full size gun in 9 mm and other calibers so the space they take up is minimal, for example i would carry my browning buckmark 22 open carry with jacket or vest cover, with 4 extra mags comfortably on hip, one in the gun 4 on the hip and a 100 round pouch, thats 150 rounds of fire power. so maximum accuracy, fast accurate shot pacement, and more ammo makes up for its 80-117 foot pound of energy i have measured, with good ammo like CCI maximag 40 grain means hardly any or no malfunction clearing and even if a malfunction thats why we train with 22 dummy rounds indoors to tap and rack but also outdoors using bulk ammo to force a malfunction eventually to practice tap and rack, 22 pistols we fire more ammo thus we clean more and lube more, a 22 in the morning when we first leave home needs to have been cleaned and lubed the night before, i never did hear a gun tell me it was cleaned to much or that it didnt like a light lube all the time
@@shj2000 thanks, this only my short responses to a video in text, the bigger ones you can grab popcorn and sit back enjoying it more😂 hopefully i dont get charged a fee for each line of space i take up 😂
Just got one $399 fantastic little pistol carry it in my rear pocket I forget it’s there it’s so light.at 8 yds it opens up my aluminum stop sign real good. Nice old school feel and looks.
Nice gun, but to be honest, I wish Beretta would make an updated Jetfire instead. The 950 was such a great little pistol, one of the best 25 Autos ever made, IMHO.
T rex has an old video with one of these banging steel at 200yds. I ran out and got one. Took some break in and learning curve, but well worth it. It's my wife's house gun now. I found her some white pearloyd grips and it looks top shelf.
Personal I've found the Ruger lcp2 in 22lr superior in everyway except aesthetics.
Most definatly and some 380s now outpace this 80s gun as well. But if you're a collector of firearms you just know how quality that bobcat is when you hold it!
No way and I love Rugers, the Beretta is far superior in every way.
@@ckim6400 except the Ruger is lighter, smaller, is less expensive, is more available, has better capacity and better sights. Oh and a mag release in the proper location.
@@creamiegoodness I don't know about lighter at least not enough to notice. Yes it has more capacity. Can't tell tell you about about price I've owned my two for many years. Flawless and has a track record the new Ruger doesn't have. Mag. release isn't an issue for me and I doubt I'll be doing a tactical reload. I do Love my Ruger LCP 2 in .380 but the Berretta is is Far Superior in quality.
Little guns are so cool make great back ups
In our home firearms safety classes, I always say a .22 beats a rock or pointy stick. If .22 is what you are comfortable with, at least you are carrying something!
I Love my Beretta 21A !!!
Great video. I agree with everything. Coincidentally I just got back from buying my Inox Bobcat when I saw this video. I have had teh buled model for quite some time and often carry it when I really need the concealment.
Well, I have one in Matte. Runs good on any ammo. However, mine isn't very accurate. My Taurus PT 22 (all metal) will make 1/2 the size groups it will at 7-10 yards! Lot of fun to plink with though!!. 😃
It’s made for close range, try shooting it closer, you’ll probably be more accurate..ild say 15 ft max.. threat of damage could be over by than
I will retel, this story again , As part of my job , I was required by law to qualify for the job. The instructor was a Former US. Marine Corps Military Police . Was instructor for the NRA. training courses here in Central NC. During the course a conversation started the best pistol caliber . After the Colts, 45.cal. and 357. 9 MM etc. He said it is better to hit someone with a 22 LR. .then miss with a 45.cal.
Always love the end of your videos.
I used to have one of these but all black they actually nice lil pistols
Great tip about ammo types, I was wondering why mine jammed with different brands.
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I really want a Cheetah in .22lr with a threaded barrel for my suppressor. It’s on the bucket list.
Except just to have in the collection, which I agree with, this gun has no place otherwise.
Beretta 21A: 7+1 and 11.5 ounces.
S&W 43c: 8 rounds, 11.5 ounces.
Equal.
In a caliber like 22lr, if you decide to carry it, with the same size, same weight and same capacity, which would you rather have?
Had a blue one for years. It's picky with ammo liking the hyper stuff. Maybe after I run a few more hundred rounds it will get better.
What a beautiful piece
I love this tip-up style. I'd love to have one, just because. Thanks for the eye candy.
Thanks for watching Nancy! They are great little guns.
@@sootch00 The proper way to eject an empty round in the chamber is to flip the tip up lever and when the barrel pops up it throws the empty case out! I've done it for many years!
The pistol is a Double/Single action blow back semi automatic. Flipping the tip up lever will throw a case out of the chamber. Extractor is not needed. Double/Single action means you can just pull the trigger like a revolver and it will cock and shoot or Single shoot from the hammer back position.
@@ckim6400 What was the machining/finish where the barrel breaks, almost looks like it is not properly machined or is corroded?
@@COIcultist That's not my gun I think your question is directed to sootch00????
It surely is a nice mouse gun. I have the Berretta 950 BS in .25 acp which also very reliable .
People don’t practice enough with thoes pocket 380s to be effective. They are a bear to shoot well. This is why the 22s shine.
I have the Beretta tomcat 3032 Inox love it
I have 2 Inox 21A and 2 tomcats 32acp covert all bought brand new mostly unfired , they are very good quality compared to most Small polymer pistols and I own More mouse guns . Another weapon that doesn't get much attention is the bond arm's rough rowdy good quality steel construction and caliber selection and usually reasonable the 410/45 colt is neat . North american arms small revolvers are another very cool quality weapon .
I want one of these in .25acp!!
This is my favorite pocket gun. They really are cool little guns. Quite reliable with CCI mini mags.
I was lucky to purchase a used MINT cond bobcat .22 lr blued wood grips ...mine is extremely reliable with .22 Remington yellow jackets & viper conical shaped .22 Lr bullets ...not one misfire / jam
Best $189 in 1991, still serves.
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My mom taught me on this gun but it was blue finished instead. It’s a nice light weight gun
Bought one in 2017, and great little pocket carry.
Thanks sootch00 for the great review. Just ordered one today.
If you have an empty case in the chamber you just flip the barrel up under spring pressure and it will eject the round!
you can carry a little rod for it easy as well, but yeah your trick works most the time
The 21 is a neat little pistol but I really wish Beretta would reintroduce the slightly larger Model 70-series .22's. True classics.
Those, or another run of Model 87s.
One to head one to heart.
I have 11 other carry handguns .After getting a Beretta 3032 TOMCAT I hardly ever carry any other.
The .25's are a little more relaible, but with recent advances in the manufacture of .22lr they are probably about equal in that respect and ammo is much cheaper.
Good videos, and even better out-takes 🙂 By all reports: 1) More people have been killed by 22cal than by any other caliber; 2) After hitting an aggressor with a 22 slug, there are zero reports of returned fire killing the defender with the 22. This is huge- One 22 slug will stop the scenario in virtually all cases. This is a very good thing. 3) VERY FEW videos go into proper shot placement dependent on the scenario- Do I always want to immediately use a kill shot/head shot/center mass? Hopefully NOT, UNLESS I'm in a proper gunfight. A couple 22LR in the right shoulder, or mid-thigh, or pelvis will hopefully keep me out of court if deadly use of force was clearly not warranted. I think a 22LR in the femur would stop the action in most cases :-). Sure, I've got a CZ P01 close by, but for general CC and hiking and being wary of todays random psychotic shooters, my 21A covert is a close and comforting friend...
Just what is a proper gunfight? I've never heard the term. I think most people would agree, or at least the smart ones, that unless deadly force is clearly warranted then exactly zero shots should be fired and/or placed on any parts of the body. If deadly force is not clearly warranted and you shoot and even miss you'll probably be arrested and charged with a minimum of aggravated assault up to attempted murder. If you hit them the charges will probably be more severe. Never shoot unless your life or someone else's life is in danger. After all, we do want to keep all of our gunfights proper; manners you know.
7.62 x 39 has killed far more humans than .22LR.
Might have to look into getting this one. Looks like a fun pistol that, with good shot placement, would still kill.
I had one and could actually hit stuff at 15 yards like soda cans with no problem... it was........ as reliable as any 22lr semi auto.. .25 is of course more reliable.
I still prefer my Ruger LCP, 380, its lighter with more whack when concealment is a concern as when I’m in shorts and tanktop, but......I’ll still buy a 21A
Upgrade to the LCP 2 you'll be happy you did!
Jam machine, but I did enjoy it for the most part.
Mine was so terribly unreliable, I sold it off. Nice to see one that works.
I had the same issue with the .32 Tomcat. FTEs about once per magazine.
It's a magazine issue.
Use to keep an early Beretta or Browning in25acp as a backup in my pocket when I was a young patrolman. Eventually went to 380 til rules changed under a new chief an we were not allowed to carry backups,. I understand the rules have changed back, so backups are now 380 or 38
The best ankle backup gun
I have a Taurus PT-22 that's almost just like that. I like it, it's a nice "pocket friend" when you need one
The Taurus will not let you pull the slide back, too stiff for the strongest guy. It is a problem if you shoot the mag and need to quickly load a second mag
@@nsolo2412 chamber empty, pull the trigger slowly till the hammer is back enough to allow you to rack the slide. Sure, it might go off, but if you are in that much hurry you might need it to.
or carry another loose round, pop the barrel up and load the first round that way.
Keeping a loose round in your pocket among the keys and some change takes too long to find that round. I wish i knew how to relax the slide spring enough to be able to pull it back , even with good force
After this review, every Beretta nut will jump on GB and sweep those Bobcats and bump the prices!
Mark my word 😎
Trust me, that has already happened. You should see the prices on the covert models! I got lucky with some searching and mine is in the mail. This will give me two of those suckers. Don't ask me why! LOL.
I've had my jetfire since the early 90's but the model 21 is very interesting
might have to get this ill really spark this torch rii hea💯
I had a little 21A some years ago and like a Dumbas* I gave it to my ex because I wanted her to have at least SOMETHING to carry and make sure she could protect our daughter if the need arises. She wouldn't carry her S&W Model 19 with a 2 1/2" barrel in .38/.357 as it was pretty large for her Liliputian frame but things went seriously south once the paperwork was finalized and I regret every buying her ANY gun.
But I miss that M19 and the Itty Bitty Beretta, I really do.
My ex? Not so much.
Last year I purchasedat local gun shop a beautiful used in mint condition Blued steel model 21 bobcat 22 long rifle.. beautiful Walnut Wood grips❤️.. it looks as if the previous owner shot at once and put it in his sock drawer.. mine is a special model. Gold medallion instead of the Beretta symbol. Reads ."hunting and shooting sports heritage foundation special edition" .
At the range mine function fine with CCI mini mags But .. mine loves Remington yellow jackets in viper conical shaped bullets not one malfunction out of 200 rounds with Federal yellow jackets and vipers
My ex had the 848 I believe from 1940-1950 great shooter same as 950