The very first handgun I bought when I began shooting was an F96 Beretta in .40 S&W. It was a police trade-in and at the time, my friends all said .40 S&W was the one to own for self defense. Today, I carry a Kimber TLE II in .45 acp as my EDC and have for years. But that first Beretta was a sweet gun and the one I trained on to get proficient with shooting handguns. The .40 S&W wasn't easy to master and took a lot of practice and training. Thank you for the great content.
Hi Sir! May I say you have great taste in pistols. Terrific comment that I agree with completely. The training takes a bit more time than a 9MM. Stay safe. Beretta Sr. 😊🇺🇸😎👍
great weapon! simply a masterpiece! we are talking about an Italian beauty! all the beauty of the Mediterranean is concentrated in this classic weapon! Well done for the video, keep up the great work!
I don’t care what anyone says about 40 cal, I love 40cal. I think the hate comes from people that can’t handle the recoil. This is a very fine looking pistol.
Nah... no reasons to draw conclusions as to why people don't like 40. I have 45 and 10mm pistols... it's simple, I don't like 40. Same way that's it's simple that you DO like 40. I have no problem that people like 40. To each their own.
@@BERETTA9mmUSA sir I’ve loved the great content you and your son make since your channel started. I’m in Canada where we can’t buy any handguns at present. We’re looking at an election hopefully soon, the conservatives have said if they win the election, they’ll lift the band on handguns and AR-15’s and other firearms, it’s looking very promising. I’m thankful I have plenty. That way we will be able to own great handguns like this Beretta 96. Thanks for all the fantastic content.
You love 40 and shoot it well? All gun people should stand by you PERIOD! I never understood the hate of anyone’s firearm or Ammo choice. I guess the know it alls gotta pipe in.
@@MrSmith-zy2bp I understand why some font care for .40cal. For me I haven’t met a calibre that I don’t like. I’ve shot everything from 22 to 500s&w and each offers something new. I don’t understand why people don’t care for the 40xal, it’s a great calibre and isn’t hard to control. My next will be 10mm. Reloading you can tame the 40cal or make it a little more hard hitting. I wont insult others for there choices what they shoot as it’s all preference. I’ve heard from many people they don’t like the 40cal because the follow up shots are harder to take. I’m looking forward to finding out what 10mm is like. I remember when it first came out and wasn’t popular for the same reason people don’t like the 40cal. I the last few years 10mm sure has increased in popularity. Isn’t of saying people can’t handle the recoil of the 40cal, it’s more of a preference. A few years people got on the hate bandwagon about the 40cal and I’ll bet some never even tried shooting it.
Nice find! This pistol is definitely a winning combo of Beretta good looks and the punch of .40. The +2 mag may seem like such a minor thing, but it definitely ups the capacity to the modern notion of an adequate number of rounds on board. And it looks like it's in fantastic shape for a used pistol. Enjoy it! 👍👍
My return comment is missing on my end. That is strange! Anyway, thanks very much Sir and you are correct on that extra couple of rounds. I used to think 12 rounds in a 40 magazine was a little light then I started carrying a 1911 for 2 or 3 years. Now 12 to 14 rounds of 40 Caliber sounds great to me. 😂😊🇺🇸😎👍. Stay safe Sir! Beretta Sr.
@@BERETTA9mmUSA No worries, YT is up to their little tricks again... I hear ya! I felt like the king of the world w/10 rnd 1911 mags & nowadays guys are rockin' 20s in their double stacks. 🤣🤣
@@Gieszkanne I do not do it, so maybe someone else will jump in here. I decided years ago to own the gun or guns in the 2 or 3 different calibers I want it in. Be it Sig, Glock, Beretta or 1911. Know what I mean. Be warned…It can get a bit out of control at 136 handguns, but that has been fun for me overall. Stay safe out there. Beretta Sr. 😊😎🇺🇸👍
I love 40. Because here in California, no matter how many rounds the gun can hold, we are limited to 10 rounds! So 10 in 9mm, or 10 in 40🤔? But I do love my 92FS. Thank you Beretta Sr. For another great review.
Nice! To my shame I didn't know Beretta was still making the 96. I am proponent of the 40. I have carried a 40 as primary carry since the late 90s. Thank you for the experienced opinion concerning the threat stopping capacity. I have seen and heard the same. I have worked with LE for decades. The caliber debate is always present. The stats are available and real. The 9 is definitely not useless or incapable. But the 40, 45acp, 357 Sig and 10mm do bring more "power" to the fight. A 96LTT sounds like a great option.
Awesome Sir! You get it. I know everyone will not agree with me, but it is good for 9MM guys just to consider a 40 Caliber. After all, most of us are 9MM guys too. All the best to you Sir. Beretta Sr. 😊😎🇺🇸👍
As always, a great, BS-free review. Used to get your videos in my feed but I see Google unsubscribed me from your channel (fixed!). Nice find there, and even though I have plenty of .40s, I have to admit I here the siren song of a 96A1 calling me. And I appreciate your comments on the effectiveness of the round. It's amazing to me how so many people made the leap from the FBI's determination that the 9 mm chamberings were the best compromise for their organizational needs to .40 S&W sucks and doesn't do anything well. (I knew someone who sustained a peripheral hit from one, and he was very definitely of the opinion that the .40 HP that hit him very nearly destroyed his whole arm despite a no-bone-struck wound. The scarring it left behind was certainly no joke.)
40 S&W is basically at 10mm short; just like a 380 ACP/9mm short to the 9MM. It’s a phenomenal pistol Beretta made here!! Quality is top notch! Again, it’s a Beretta. Period. 500 Years of Greatness!!💪🏼❤️🇮🇹👍🏼🙌🏼🇺🇸. Keep it going!!
Just shot my 92 FS today. It was a trade in from LAPD and kinda beat. Paid 200$ for it. My sons a Leo and a gun dude. He went through it and replaced everything new with Wilson Combat… what a shooter.
This was the border patrol standard sidearm but i wonder if these will stay in production now that border patrol has switched to Glock 🤔 I'd recommend getting one now
After Wilson Combat just discontinued their Wilson Combat Beretta Pistols (April 2024). I am going to buy a 96A1 like this one for myself before it is gone forever. The one in this video belongs to my son, so we should own 2 by the end of 2024. Thanks very much for your thoughtful comment Sir. 😊😎🇺🇸👍 Beretta SR.
I keep seeing mixed opinions on what the factory recoil spring weight is. I am seeing 14 or 16. I'm assuming it's probably 16 but if someone knows for a fact, please let me know.
I bought one of those many years ago with the factory laser grips. I really like the gun, but I had to sell it. It was just too big/thick for my hands. I really wish Beretta would update this .40 cal with the model 92 updates with thinner more 1911 style frame. I'd buy that real fast as .40 is solid imo.
Greetings. In addition, have you thought about opening an outdoor shooting range, and higher end gun shop ? Might be an interesting idea, and investment I would consider being involved in.
Any 92 barrel will fit, and you'll be able to shoot the 9mm rd. I bought a 92 barrel, and the .22 conversion. With the 92 barrel, you'll also need to get the magazine.
The very first handgun I bought when I began shooting was an F96 Beretta in .40 S&W. It was a police trade-in and at the time, my friends all said .40 S&W was the one to own for self defense. Today, I carry a Kimber TLE II in .45 acp as my EDC and have for years. But that first Beretta was a sweet gun and the one I trained on to get proficient with shooting handguns. The .40 S&W wasn't easy to master and took a lot of practice and training. Thank you for the great content.
Hi Sir! May I say you have great taste in pistols. Terrific comment that I agree with completely. The training takes a bit more time than a 9MM. Stay safe.
Beretta Sr. 😊🇺🇸😎👍
great weapon! simply a masterpiece! we are talking about an Italian beauty! all the beauty of the Mediterranean is concentrated in this classic weapon! Well done for the video, keep up the great work!
A Beautiful Classic Indeed! Thanks for watching & for the great comment. 😊🇺🇸😎👍. Beretta Sr.
Beretta 96A1 in .40 S&W is my personal favorite gun. Great gun in an ample caliber. Thanks for an awesome review!!
Always love talking to fellow Beretta 96A1 owners! Thanks sooo much.
We look forward to taking her to the range. 😊😎🇺🇸👍. Beretta Sr.
I don’t care what anyone says about 40 cal, I love 40cal. I think the hate comes from people that can’t handle the recoil. This is a very fine looking pistol.
Thanks very much Sir! I appreciate your comment. Beretta Sr. 🇺🇸😎👍
Nah... no reasons to draw conclusions as to why people don't like 40. I have 45 and 10mm pistols... it's simple, I don't like 40. Same way that's it's simple that you DO like 40. I have no problem that people like 40. To each their own.
@@BERETTA9mmUSA sir I’ve loved the great content you and your son make since your channel started. I’m in Canada where we can’t buy any handguns at present. We’re looking at an election hopefully soon, the conservatives have said if they win the election, they’ll lift the band on handguns and AR-15’s and other firearms, it’s looking very promising.
I’m thankful I have plenty.
That way we will be able to own great handguns like this Beretta 96.
Thanks for all the fantastic content.
You love 40 and shoot it well? All gun people should stand by you PERIOD! I never understood the hate of anyone’s firearm or Ammo choice. I guess the know it alls gotta pipe in.
@@MrSmith-zy2bp I understand why some font care for .40cal.
For me I haven’t met a calibre that I don’t like.
I’ve shot everything from 22 to 500s&w and each offers something new.
I don’t understand why people don’t care for the 40xal, it’s a great calibre and isn’t hard to control.
My next will be 10mm.
Reloading you can tame the 40cal or make it a little more hard hitting.
I wont insult others for there choices what they shoot as it’s all preference.
I’ve heard from many people they don’t like the 40cal because the follow up shots are harder to take.
I’m looking forward to finding out what 10mm is like.
I remember when it first came out and wasn’t popular for the same reason people don’t like the 40cal.
I the last few years 10mm sure has increased in popularity.
Isn’t of saying people can’t handle the recoil of the 40cal, it’s more of a preference.
A few years people got on the hate bandwagon about the 40cal and I’ll bet some never even tried shooting it.
Nice find! This pistol is definitely a winning combo of Beretta good looks and the punch of .40. The +2 mag may seem like such a minor thing, but it definitely ups the capacity to the modern notion of an adequate number of rounds on board. And it looks like it's in fantastic shape for a used pistol. Enjoy it! 👍👍
My return comment is missing on my end. That is strange! Anyway, thanks very much Sir and you are correct on that extra couple of rounds. I used to think 12 rounds in a 40 magazine was a little light then I started carrying a 1911 for 2 or 3 years. Now 12 to 14 rounds of 40 Caliber sounds great to me. 😂😊🇺🇸😎👍. Stay safe Sir! Beretta Sr.
@@BERETTA9mmUSA No worries, YT is up to their little tricks again... I hear ya! I felt like the king of the world w/10 rnd 1911 mags & nowadays guys are rockin' 20s in their double stacks. 🤣🤣
Love my 96a1, I just acquired a Beretta 92a1 as well.
Me too Sir! I dig them both very much. Mine is the 92XI.
😊🇺🇸😎👍. Beretta Sr.
I have the 92A1 and love it.
@@unclegene5372 I do not have the 92A1, but I think I would enjoy owning one! 😊😎🇺🇸👍
Beretta Sr.
Are the barrels interchangable. If so you would need just the 96 with a 9mm barrel and mag to have both.
@@Gieszkanne I do not do it, so maybe someone else will jump in here. I decided years ago to own the gun or guns in the 2 or 3 different calibers I want it in. Be it Sig, Glock, Beretta or 1911. Know what I mean. Be warned…It can get a bit out of control at 136 handguns, but that has been fun for me overall. Stay safe out there.
Beretta Sr. 😊😎🇺🇸👍
I love 40. Because here in California, no matter how many rounds the gun can hold, we are limited to 10 rounds! So 10 in 9mm, or 10 in 40🤔? But I do love my 92FS. Thank you Beretta Sr. For another great review.
Thanks for watching & we both agree completely. 10 rounds in 40 Caliber can get it done!!! Stay safe Sir! I love my Beretta 92’s also. Beretta Sr.
I am a Beretta fan boy and I have the M9A1 and it’s fantastic. Great pistol and great video Beretta Sr. 🤠
Awesome! I see we have even more in common!! I hate it!! 😂😊😎🇺🇸👍
Stay safe brother. Beretta Sr.
Always good to see a review of a .40! Keep it up!
Thanks for watching Sir! Much appreciated. 😊🇺🇸😎👍
Beretta Sr.
Nice to see that Beretta made an A1 in 40 cal. I've only seen the 92A1 at my local gunshop.
Yes Sir. I want a New Beretta 92 and 96, one of each in 2024. Young Beretta owns this 96A1 Used. Beretta Sr. 😊😎🇺🇸👍
I've always like the Beretta 9mm but never owned on. This is a nice one so congrats on the 40cal and thanks for the video, Slim.
Thanks very much! I feel like I need a 96A1 in 40 Caliber. I also want an M9A1 or 92A1 in 9MM as I want to buy a couple with a Rail. :) Beretta Sr.
That's a rare find nearly perfect condition, very nice.
First gun I ever shot was a 96FS, first gun i ever owned was a 96A1 amd I'll never get rid of it. A set of Trijicon night sights is a must
Awesome, Thank-you!
Beretta Sr.
Nice! To my shame I didn't know Beretta was still making the 96. I am proponent of the 40. I have carried a 40 as primary carry since the late 90s. Thank you for the experienced opinion concerning the threat stopping capacity. I have seen and heard the same. I have worked with LE for decades. The caliber debate is always present. The stats are available and real. The 9 is definitely not useless or incapable. But the 40, 45acp, 357 Sig and 10mm do bring more "power" to the fight. A 96LTT sounds like a great option.
I agree completely. Thank-you Sir, for your thoughts and sharing your experience here. 😊🇺🇸😎👍
Much Respect always, Beretta Sr.
Love my INOX 96 Wilson Combat makeover. Trigger is SICK so fun to put .40 holes in things
Awesome Sir! You get it. I know everyone will not agree with me, but it is good for 9MM guys just to consider a 40 Caliber. After all, most of us are 9MM guys too. All the best to you Sir. Beretta Sr. 😊😎🇺🇸👍
Beautiful pistol big 40 cal fan great video.
Thanks my friend! I am just keeping it 100% Honest! I dig the 40 cal too. This 96A1 is Young Beretta’s Pistol. I need one myself. 😊😎🇺🇸👍. Beretta Sr.
I have one in stainless. Bought it new in 2002 . Excellent firearm .
Stay tuned into this channel Gus. Something cool is coming up that you may find interesting. Thanks for watching & Subscribing. 😊😎🇺🇸👍
Beretta Sr.
What a combination, Beretta and 40 cal 👍.
Sooo true! I kinda love it, I must admit. Thanks very much for watching. 😎🇺🇸👍. Beretta Sr.
As always, a great, BS-free review. Used to get your videos in my feed but I see Google unsubscribed me from your channel (fixed!). Nice find there, and even though I have plenty of .40s, I have to admit I here the siren song of a 96A1 calling me. And I appreciate your comments on the effectiveness of the round. It's amazing to me how so many people made the leap from the FBI's determination that the 9 mm chamberings were the best compromise for their organizational needs to .40 S&W sucks and doesn't do anything well. (I knew someone who sustained a peripheral hit from one, and he was very definitely of the opinion that the .40 HP that hit him very nearly destroyed his whole arm despite a no-bone-struck wound. The scarring it left behind was certainly no joke.)
40 S&W is basically at 10mm short; just like a 380 ACP/9mm short to the 9MM.
It’s a phenomenal pistol Beretta made here!! Quality is top notch! Again, it’s a Beretta. Period. 500 Years of Greatness!!💪🏼❤️🇮🇹👍🏼🙌🏼🇺🇸. Keep it going!!
We agree, and thanks so much! Stay safe, and see you next time. 😊🇺🇸👍👍. Beretta Sr.
I own a 96A1 and use Underwood 155gr XTP rounds. It's a great pistol.
That is exactly what I was talking about. Awesome Sir! Thanks for watching & for the owner comment.
Respectfully, Beretta Sr.
IIRC, a person can get an aftermarket spring kit that will lighten the trigger pull without risking reliability.
Yes Sir, and thank-you. 😊🇺🇸😎👍
Beretta Sr.
Just shot my 92 FS today. It was a trade in from LAPD and kinda beat. Paid 200$ for it. My sons a Leo and a gun dude. He went through it and replaced everything new with Wilson Combat… what a shooter.
That is a fantastic true story comment!!
Thanks for watching & for the great comment Sir. 😊🇺🇸😎👍
Beretta Sr.
@@BERETTA9mmUSA how’s retirement?
@@MidwayShooter I enjoy being retired as a Deputy Sheriff. :)
@@BERETTA9mmUSA you earned it Sir.
Real life is all right with me.
100% Honest is the only way to fly!
Beretta Sr. 🇺🇸😎👍
I wonder if this model can cope as well as Beretta's PX4 with the .40 cartridge.
We will see in about 60 days. :)
Beretta Sr. Thanks for watching Sir.
Great gun and my favorite round.
That is great to hear. Thanks for watching & for the comment.
Beretta Sr. 😊🇺🇸😎👍
Just got a 96a1 and man what a great gun so smooth
Really nice beretta, I really enjoy the 40 S&W. As always awesome review. 🎉
Thanks very much for watching & for the comment Sir. I need one of these for myself (This is my sons) 😎🇺🇸👍
Beretta Sr.
Best beretta ever!💯🔥🤌🏻
This is the one handgun I regret getting rid of. It would not feed any Speer gold dots but everything else it did.
It is a beautiful pistol :) Awesome & Thanks Sir :)
This one is perfect for you & I. Stay safe Sir and see you next time.
Beretta Sr.
@@BERETTA9mmUSA Thank you for your expert guidance Sir 🙏🕊️ Wishing you a fun filled weekend with joy of shooting endeavours 🙏🕊️
Pls review a beretta 9000s pistol
I want one of those, I was looking for more magazines.
Most beautiful modern handgun in a mans caliber
This is a Fantastic Beretta! One of the Best Pistols out there period. Enjoy. 😊😎🇺🇸👍. Beretta SR.
This was the border patrol standard sidearm but i wonder if these will stay in production now that border patrol has switched to Glock 🤔
I'd recommend getting one now
After Wilson Combat just discontinued their Wilson Combat Beretta Pistols (April 2024). I am going to buy a 96A1 like this one for myself before it is gone forever. The one in this video belongs to my son, so we should own 2 by the end of 2024.
Thanks very much for your thoughtful comment Sir. 😊😎🇺🇸👍
Beretta SR.
Can't decide glock 35 or berreta 96 good review
Thinking about getting this as my first EDC but it looks a bit too big, any thoughts on if it would be good to EDC?
Fantastic pistol. California compliant?
I do not see that on the website. Give Beretta Customer Service a call.
The pistol is awesome, so I hope it is.
Beretta Sr.
It is but hard to find.
If anyone is worried about too much wear/tear on your Beretta’s, buy wilson combats shok buff. Should help out a bit.
Im looking into getting a beretta, im stuck between the m9A1 and 96A1
Get both
Both are Awesome!! I will own both.
Beretta SR. 😊😎🇺🇸👍
M9 A3 or A4 is far superior.
I want one!
I can’t lie…. It is Awesome!! Get one for yourself. Beretta SR.
Yes 40 S&W will stop a threat in Arizona it stop a Javelina or what i call a little Boar stop it very well. .
Fantastic, thanks Cody.
Beretta Sr. 😊🇺🇸😎👍
I carry 40/357Sig ...
I will mark you down for: Awesome Self Defense Carry!! Right on. 😊😎🇺🇸👍
Beretta Sr.
Is it heavier like the Brigadier model?
It does not look like it to me.
Beretta Sr.
I keep seeing mixed opinions on what the factory recoil spring weight is. I am seeing 14 or 16. I'm assuming it's probably 16 but if someone knows for a fact, please let me know.
I bought one of those many years ago with the factory laser grips. I really like the gun, but I had to sell it. It was just too big/thick for my hands. I really wish Beretta would update this .40 cal with the model 92 updates with thinner more 1911 style frame. I'd buy that real fast as .40 is solid imo.
Thanks very much Sir. I agree with your points too. All the best. Beretta Sr.
Greetings. In addition, have you thought about opening an outdoor shooting range, and higher end gun shop ? Might be an interesting idea, and investment I would consider being involved in.
No not for us, but thank-you.
Are there 9mm conversion barrels that work in the 96A1 ?
Any 92 barrel will fit, and you'll be able to shoot the 9mm rd. I bought a 92 barrel, and the .22 conversion. With the 92 barrel, you'll also need to get the magazine.
@@NYCgunandstuff But the 96 barrel is thicker. You will need a special conversion barrel to compensate the stickness.
I thought the 9mm and 40s&w have the same pressures