Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction, this is the Beretta 21A!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Beretta
Model: 21A
Serial: DAA408628
Caliber: .25 ACP
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 2 3/8"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front and Rear Sights
Stock/Grips: Textured Wood Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Beretta 21A — commonly called the “Bobcat” — is a diminutive, cleverly engineered pocket pistol that condenses classic Beretta ergonomics into an ultra-concealable .25 ACP semi-automatic ideal for discreet everyday carry and backup use. Built on a small alloy frame with a steel slide and a distinctive tip-up barrel, the 21A lets you load or clear the chamber without ever racking the slide (a real plus for shooters with limited hand strength), and it normally uses a single-stack magazine that provides several rounds of very low-recoil .25 ACP firepower in an exceptionally compact footprint. The design emphasizes snag-free presentation: many Bobcats wear a short, exposed or partially shrouded hammer and simple, low-profile sights that favor point-and-shoot practicality at very short defensive ranges, while controls are intentionally minimal — a manual safety on the slide (and on some variants a magazine disconnect or other market-specific feature) and a simple takedown routine make the pistol both safe to carry and easy to maintain. Mechanically it’s a straightforward blowback auto-pistol with reliable feeding when fed good ammunition, and owners value the tip-up barrel for its combination of convenience and positive lockup once closed; tradeoffs are the obvious ones for the cartridge and size: limited terminal ballistics compared with larger centerfires, a very short sight radius that pushes the shooter toward instinctive aiming, and a level of felt sharpness from full-power defensive .25 loads that belies the cartridge’s small case.
Model: 21A
Serial: DAA408628
Caliber: .25 ACP
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 2 3/8"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front and Rear Sights
Stock/Grips: Textured Wood Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Beretta 21A — commonly called the “Bobcat” — is a diminutive, cleverly engineered pocket pistol that condenses classic Beretta ergonomics into an ultra-concealable .25 ACP semi-automatic ideal for discreet everyday carry and backup use. Built on a small alloy frame with a steel slide and a distinctive tip-up barrel, the 21A lets you load or clear the chamber without ever racking the slide (a real plus for shooters with limited hand strength), and it normally uses a single-stack magazine that provides several rounds of very low-recoil .25 ACP firepower in an exceptionally compact footprint. The design emphasizes snag-free presentation: many Bobcats wear a short, exposed or partially shrouded hammer and simple, low-profile sights that favor point-and-shoot practicality at very short defensive ranges, while controls are intentionally minimal — a manual safety on the slide (and on some variants a magazine disconnect or other market-specific feature) and a simple takedown routine make the pistol both safe to carry and easy to maintain. Mechanically it’s a straightforward blowback auto-pistol with reliable feeding when fed good ammunition, and owners value the tip-up barrel for its combination of convenience and positive lockup once closed; tradeoffs are the obvious ones for the cartridge and size: limited terminal ballistics compared with larger centerfires, a very short sight radius that pushes the shooter toward instinctive aiming, and a level of felt sharpness from full-power defensive .25 loads that belies the cartridge’s small case.
Where the 21A truly shines is as a discrete, metal-built pocket piece that points naturally, is comfortable to carry, and gives the psychological and practical benefit of having a ready firearm in situations where a larger pistol would be impractical — a pragmatic choice for those who prioritize concealment and simplicity, provided they understand the ballistic and ergonomic limitations of the platform.
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.
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
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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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