Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this awesome small frame semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction, this is the Beretta 1934!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Beretta
Model: M-1934
Serial: F86041
Caliber: .380 ACP
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 3 3/8"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front and Rear Sight
Stock/Grips: Textured Black Synthetic
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Beretta Model 1934 in .380 ACP with its 3¼-inch barrel is a compact, rugged, and historically rich Italian service pistol that embodies pre-war engineering and wartime practicality, standing out for its blend of mechanical simplicity, ergonomic clarity, and unmistakable Beretta styling. Adopted by the Italian military in the 1930s and widely issued throughout World War II, the Model 1934 is built around a straight blowback action housed in a robust steel frame, resulting in a remarkably durable little pistol that handles the .380 ACP cartridge with surprising confidence for its size. It's short, broad slide with large forward scallops provides excellent hand purchase, while the open-top design—later echoed in Beretta’s 92-series—contributes to exceptional reliability and smooth ejection. The 3¼-inch barrel helps deliver respectable accuracy for a defensive pistol of its era, aided by its fixed but neatly regulated sights. However, the short sight radius and small notch-and-blade setup can feel dated to modern shooters. The grip frame is compact yet comfortable, with its distinctive curved backstrap and thick grip panels providing the shooter with surprisingly good control. The heel-style magazine release, although not as fast as modern buttons, was chosen for its security and military practicality.
Model: M-1934
Serial: F86041
Caliber: .380 ACP
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 3 3/8"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front and Rear Sight
Stock/Grips: Textured Black Synthetic
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Beretta Model 1934 in .380 ACP with its 3¼-inch barrel is a compact, rugged, and historically rich Italian service pistol that embodies pre-war engineering and wartime practicality, standing out for its blend of mechanical simplicity, ergonomic clarity, and unmistakable Beretta styling. Adopted by the Italian military in the 1930s and widely issued throughout World War II, the Model 1934 is built around a straight blowback action housed in a robust steel frame, resulting in a remarkably durable little pistol that handles the .380 ACP cartridge with surprising confidence for its size. It's short, broad slide with large forward scallops provides excellent hand purchase, while the open-top design—later echoed in Beretta’s 92-series—contributes to exceptional reliability and smooth ejection. The 3¼-inch barrel helps deliver respectable accuracy for a defensive pistol of its era, aided by its fixed but neatly regulated sights. However, the short sight radius and small notch-and-blade setup can feel dated to modern shooters. The grip frame is compact yet comfortable, with its distinctive curved backstrap and thick grip panels providing the shooter with surprisingly good control. The heel-style magazine release, although not as fast as modern buttons, was chosen for its security and military practicality.
The Model 1934’s single-action trigger is typically crisp, breaking cleanly after a short take-up, complementing the pistol’s otherwise utilitarian controls, including the frame-mounted safety that also acts as a slide hold-open when rotated fully upward. Known for its solid feel and simple field-stripping—requiring only the alignment of the slide and frame notches—the 1934 gained a reputation for reliability under harsh wartime conditions and remains a collectible classic today, admired for its elegant pre-war machining, compact proportions, and connection to mid-20th-century European military history. Whether appreciated as a functional shooter or preserved as a historical artifact, the Beretta 1934 in .380 ACP remains one of the most iconic small-frame service pistols of its generation.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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