Beretta APX Centurion: Italian Perfection?
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- Опубликовано: 18 май 2019
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Spent some time with this great Italian masterpiece. Beretta has been surprising me of late with how well they manufacture their products. 
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Renting guns at the range today...I asked for the Beretta PX4 Storm. The guy hands me the APX and says “this is better.” Put a few rounds down range. This is now on my “to buy” list! Feels good in the hand, accurate, nice trigger, almost no recoil. The Beretta APX Centurion is a winner! 👍🏽
Em Dee I bought it today! Great gun and everything he says is spot on as I tried it out before my purchase
How is it better ? Ill take a rotating barrel and crisp hammer fired trigher any day over this Glock wanna be
The APX is on my "Must Have ...Someday" list, but I can tell you the PX4 is incredibly underrated. Is the APX better? IMHO, no... just different. For $9-12, you can replace the PX4's hammer spring and dramatically reduce the trigger pull weight - particularly the first (DA) pull ...a real treat to shoot with, but the likely reason some may say a striker fired pistol is better. The PX4 takes that argument away, and once you get to the SA pull - no comparison. To me, the PX4 outshines the APX. The rotating barrel lock system is super fast and smooth to shoot - hard to explain - just gotta try it ;)
As for the APX, I thought Beretta really did their homework and delivered something markedly different in a very saturated marked, and I would love to have seen it win the military trials. The looks and ergos are incredible, and I love it, but the PX4 is a very different animal. Give it a try when/if you can! :)
The Compact and Centurion are essentially the same gun with different sized mag wells. The Centurion holds 15+1 whereas the Compact is 13+1. The barrels are the same, the trigger group (serialized part) is identical, as are the slides. I have the Compact and love it. With the magazine in, it's just barely large enough to get my pinky around it comfortably with the small backstrap installed - you get 3 with the firearm, and the medium is installed from the factory. Very easy to change, once you know how.
I can quickly convert my Compact into a Centurion just by purchasing the Centurion grip frame and putting the trigger group and slide into and onto it; the grip frames are available in multiple colors also. It'll still take my 13 round magazines, or I could get the 15 round ones. Either of the smaller sized weapons will also take the 17 round full sized mags.
I'm pretty sure, although not positive, that the trigger group on the full sized APX is the same and if so, you could easily have all three guns with one serial number, although you would need the larger barrel and slide for the full sized version (interestingly, the larger slide and/or barrel will apparently fit the Compact or Centurion, but the smaller ones won't fit the full sized frame). I've been looking for confirmation on that but have not yet found a reliable source.
In conclusion, it's light, it's tight, and oh so modular. Shoots waaay better than I do, although in fairness, I've had to switch to lefty due to physical issues. Getting better though - practice practice practice! Easily the best handgun I've owned, and I'd recommend it to anyone.
I have the full size for home defense and general use. I also am looking at the Centurion again for concealed carry. I had a centurion initially but sold it to a friend, and instantly regretted it. The Centurion is such a solid pistol. The other thing I like about the APX line is the minimal need for modifications. Stippling and sights are mostly good already. I also agree with how flat they shoot. I was blown away the first time I shot it.
Pretty much anyone I let hold the APX is surprised by how good it feels in the hand. Same goes for shooting it. It is sad because at all my local gun shops the APX are always in the side sections where the unpopular guns are. They are usually always overlooked by people looking for a Glock or a 320. I think the APX is highly underrated.
Thanks for the videos. I picked up an APX Centurion last month and still haven't had time to go shoot it. I can't wait. I love the grip and look of it.
btw, I purchased my APX compact for $330. one of the absolute best bargains out there along with the Canik TP9 series and the Ruger American compact.
Your grip is exactly like mine on my Centurion. 15 round mags easy to load.
Sweet video, thank you!
Great video/review, 17! Looks like a great choice for a CCW. Nice shout out to Dave Gass. 👍🏻 BTW, your audio and video quality in your videos is excellent. Keep em coming!
Thanks man I appreciate it
I would like to say, that I have g19 as my service weapon for police dept. If giving a choice to carry a weapon, I would choose apx..much better ergonomics, trigger, and is modular..
I agree
I’m going APX I own both and it fits better in my hand and that trigger is awesome 😎
I talked to a guy at Beretta USA and was informed that the APX was built ground up for .40S&W. Hence, the wider mags. I am heavily considering adding a Centurion .40 to my collection as people seem to be wanting to dump .40's from their collections. I am finding lots of local guys selling off their .40 ammo for stupid low prices. This would be a good stash gun in my house on one of the floors and an occasional range plinker. Nice review. Now that prices have plummeted on the APX, it could be a best buy.
I have the Centurion 40. You will not be disappointed.
yeah the centurion is next on my list, can't wait, keep hearing that it's a flat shooter, light trigger, nice.
I just got this gun a few days ago. I have not had a chance to shoot it yet but I agree with you about ergonomic considerations.
Just bought this Rolex of a gun this afternoon and was impressed to say the least.... it will be my EDC for sure and and it runs like a sewing machine! Smooth n fast! Screaming deal in Federal WY Wa
A must buy!
I wasn't able to get to my range today, was hoping to get my Centurion out there. Nobody shoots bullseyes all the time, not even the "pros". If you're hitting the target, that's good enough. I can't wait to get my compact grip frame in, and see how it feels. That M&P you have is such a gorgeous gun, thanks for the eye candy brother. Have a safe and awesome week ahead!!
you too fu
You are closing in on 10k 1776 congrats you deserve it
thanks man
I agree with you on pretty much everything you ever put out sir. Thanks for another great video! That said. The APX full size is what I have and I say don't waste your money on any springs. After about 700-1000 rounds the trigger gets loosened up all on its own. I actually like a heavier trigger so I'm a little bummed about it but... great video and thanks man.
thanks for watching I'll be taking it out again this is a great gun
Thank you for all the reviews, picking mine up later this week and looking forward to shooting it ... used your recommendation and won bid on gun broker
I have the full size beretta apx and the apx centurion..full size is great made some adjustment..put competition coil spring and strike fire competition spring..big difference much better then the factory. Great video.
thanks
Looks nice, will have to put one on the "must buy" list. 😁
I agree people should give the centurion an honest look. The entire APX line is exceptional.
Well done on the review. 👍
thanks poe
Both are nice guns.... great video
Great job!
Best to ya',,,,!
Great review. Although I don't have a Beretta right now I have in the past and like them. Hope it carries well in your rotation.
Me too and I also never had a Beretta...now I have 2
I got the full size before the other two had come out. I love the ergonomics and grip textue. I may have chosen the Centurion if I had the choice, but the APX is a winner. I alao have a stock M & P 2.0 Compact and they feel very similar. They are both so good, I gave my PPQ to my daughter..
Now the PPQ has a lot of muzzle flip, right? Or does she shoot it better than the others?
@@user-pv9pv4xf9c You are correct about the muzzle flip. Now the PPQ feels hyper sensitive. Plus I wanted to make sure she had a quality firearm and the PPQ is very light.
Nice!
I hope to shoot one sometime as I do like Beretta's....Good info and review....Good stuff....
you should
Got mine about 9 months ago apx CENTURION 9mm very good firearm that is what I carry
I got the full size apx when I picked it up it just felt right like it was made custom for my hands that and the price was good for it being brand new and everything it came with
Damn, this is the gun I went to buy recently, because it showed "in stock" on Bass Pro website, and at Academy, but neither actually had it. Ended up getting the Sig P365XL. It's a good gun, a bit more than I wanted to spend, but good. But kind of wishing I had been able to get the APX Centurion. Oh well, maybe I'll get it when there's not only 8 handguns left in all of Bass Pro.
Great review an your opinions on the Beretta APX Centurion Sir.
Thanks my friend
Great video, considering the Centurion as my first gun. Compared to the M&P, would you say it shoots flatter and softer? Thanks again for the great content, subscribed!
I bought it as my first gun yesterday and like it considerably more than the M&P. Just my preference.
I agree the APX is an excellent pistol. Carried a Glock 23 for 20 years and put at least 1K rounds a month through it in that time. I have the Centurion 40 and really like it. Waiting on a custom leather AIWB holster and I'll carry it. I bought the Centurion because I did not want the other sizes and still don't. Also agree it is the perfect size. Thanks for the vid, subbed.
I forgot to mention I have the green reduced # FPS and definitely recommend it.
so do I and it made a slight improvement
I love mine. People say the takedown is difficult, but with little practice it's not bad at all. I can take mine down in and back together again in 30 seconds. Easy peasy.
Yup, once you get the hang of it I’d say it’s easier than Glock.
Uplula mag loader well worth it . : ) I got use to my bright HD sights so I am slightly struggling with my SP-01 tac tru dot night sights . (my range lighting sucks) Wish they made HD sights for it . That is what poly frames have going for them , is after market sights .
Good to practice in poor lighting :)
I have the APX Compact and I absolutely love it, but I do believe that the Centurion is much more comfortable and accommodating with concealed carry.
I got to try my buddy's 4.25 inch model, which has a very light trigger in it, so maybe they changed it slightly for this model. I didn't like the way the gun felt in my hand, and I disliked the takedown lever, it's awful and uncomfortable while shooting, but oh my freakin gosh this gun shot flatter than my ex gf's chest. I was like, what the hell is this and why did I spend all my money on Glocks?
Glock's like, 'We make the ugliest best shooting polymer pistol that feels weird in your hand," and Beretta was like, "Hold my beer." lol
But I do still love my Glocks, but Beretta did so damn well with this APX line. If they made a competition version that shoots even flatter then it would be such a race gun. Such an awesome race gun. I wonder what Ernest Langdon thinks about it?
I like this much better than the full size
just bought the APX compact and you mentioned that the centurion grip module works with the slide/barrel. wondering if u ever picked that up and I'm guessing the other necessary purchase is the appropriate magazine for the swap? where can I find these grip modules, mags, & the lighter spring for the trigger ? great review and I am also crazy about by Steyr M9a1.
I may have an extra black one email if you want it and I'll send it to you
You can get mags from beretta or optics planet or just about anywhere else the striker you can also get at beretta
Love my centurion! 1 0f my favorite guns!
Just got one for 329.99 at bass pro love it 👌🏼
Will you get me one?
@@JesusIsAlphaOmega001 I got You 😂
I do like that you make the point of "if it was a human body" you'd be accurate enough. I think its important to remember that not all pistols are designed to be bullseye target guns out of the box and that minute of man accuracy is just fine for your skill in rapid fire. Lastly, almost all pistols are more accurate than the person wielding them so personal skill weighs in definitely when trying to shoot holes in holes but you dont need holes in holes for defensive accuracy
True but it can be frustrating when the grouping is all over the place
I’d like to try one at some point. The 6 pound trigger is a bit of a turn off though.
it's a bit heavy but I'm going to put in a reduced spring which will reduce the pull by about a pound
I bought a new 2.0 9c last week. $407.00 after tax. Couldn’t pass it up. Shot it yesterday side by side with my P320c...the Sig shoots flatter.
Still like the M&P.
The MP 2.0 and APX much less felt recoilmthan p320
If Beretta made a competition decked out version of the APX then I'd highly consider it.
They just came out with the APX Target and it looks great!
The apx centurion is one of the best carry guns in my opinion
Beretta or Smith,which do u like BEST??Thanks
Smith
Nit pic!nit pic!both ARE Great!
How far away was the target during the first of the video
I had it at 7 plus yards I zooned in on my phone
Upgrade that Apx and you’ll love it . Best gun ever for me
I have a full size. I got the competition striker spring. Breaks at 5-5.25 now. Ergos, grip texture are very, very good. I bought mine when they were over 500$, which they should be, they should be priced in the Springfield XD and S&W M&P range. $350 is a STEAL. Not only is a great gun regarding function, it has next tier fit and finish.Going to get a Compact soon. It is beyond me why the trigger safety dongle doesn't go flush. When shooting in cold weather it starts to bother my finger. The serrations can take getting used to for some people. They taper from the top of the slide down. If you usually grab the slide near the bottom there is not much there to get a good purchase on. Took me about 10 seconds to change my grip slightly and it is good to go, even when wet.
Like my full-size. Thinking about trading my PPQ for a centurion, not sure yet.
it wont have the ppq trigger though
Dont do that. I have the PPQ and the centurion. Both are awesome and have their purpose. PPQ great for winter carry or truck gun. Centurion conceals little better. Keep the PPQ. You'll regret trading it
Nice review. I'll have to look at the Centurion on day. Someone firearms seem to have to break in and the user will have to get used to the firearms characteristics. You and the firearm are becoming 'one' it shows by the target getting tight groups.
Like this video because you split pros and cons in gun related, accessories related or shooter related. Saw video the guy bashing the gun without even knowin "what the little thing popping up" was - it's auto firing pin safety common to almots every Beretta and clones, just sayin'.
I have to be honest, tho... I'm italian, so love Beretta, praise them, used in Air Force but, man.. that thing so ugly makes Glocks look Renaissance Masterpieces...
Run the stock triggers more and you'll get used to them
I know Beretta sells the Competition Firing Pin Spring Assembly for the full size APX at $15 that improves the trigger. I think he mentions getting a new spring but I don't know if that was the specific one he was referring to. I wonder if that would fit the APC Centurion
Lol so you just wanted us to see that fancy cerakote job on the 2.0 compact..lol...that was smooth how you just had it on table before you started your analysis..
actually I did a video on it before so it's not a surprise. also on the trigger it's a preference which is what I stated.
@@1776orbust ...no problem...thanks for video....and I guess everything just a preference in one way or the other....
do you normally shake this bad at rest? no flaming intended just observation... energy drinks etc?
j rid I noticed that as well
Get the green striker spring and press trigger don't pull
Get the full size. If possible.
How much do stores get paid for selling Beretta’s? When I go shopping non of the Guns shops or sales reps show me Berettas and yet, I have never meet anyone who has shot them or owned them that didn’t swear by them. I know all about the Glock fanboys but their is no way their are more of them the Beretta fanboys. It seems stores get paid more for selling Glocks, Sigs, Walthers, CZ, HK and S&P than they do Berettas. Thoughts and opinions?
I’ll stick with the real “Centurion” and that’s my Wilson Combat 92G...the only gun I own that will remain with me until the Lord calls my number! But that looks like a nice conceal carry option
Stop messing with the stock triggers on these guns...get some ammo and go to range and Practice with the stock trigger!!!
The firearm wasn't built around you. Pick the gun that MOST fits you and then make it work for you completely, if need be.
I find the APX ugly but the centurion isn’t is the side different other than the length?
rent guns?? where lol
Some gun ranges will let you rent a gun to try.
There is no perfection in any firearm……and any person….
My friend, in the real bad situation You won’t think about trigger fill, believe me,wish the best to W.