Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic pistol for a penny-start auction, this is the Beretta 81.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Beretta
Model: 81
Serial: D55499W
Caliber: 7.65mm (.32 ACP)
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 3 7/8"
Optics/Sights: Fixed blade front with Fixed square notch rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Wood Two-Piece Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Beretta 81 is a compact double-action/single-action handgun produced by the historic Italian firearms manufacturer Beretta and introduced in the late 1970s as part of the company’s widely known Cheetah series of pistols. Chambered in .32 ACP (7.65mm Browning), the Beretta 81 was designed as a high-capacity compact pistol suitable for law-enforcement, military, and civilian defensive use while maintaining manageable recoil and excellent handling characteristics. The pistol operates using a simple and reliable straight blowback system, a common design for smaller-caliber semi-automatic pistols, which allows the firearm to function without a complex locking mechanism while still providing dependable cycling. One of the distinctive features of the Beretta 81 is its double-stack detachable magazine that typically holds 12 rounds of .32 ACP, offering a relatively high capacity for a pistol of its size and caliber. The pistol features an aluminum alloy frame paired with a steel slide, resulting in a firearm that is both lightweight and durable, while Beretta’s signature open-slide design exposes much of the barrel and helps promote reliable feeding and ejection by reducing the chance of spent cases becoming trapped in the action.
Model: 81
Serial: D55499W
Caliber: 7.65mm (.32 ACP)
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 3 7/8"
Optics/Sights: Fixed blade front with Fixed square notch rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Wood Two-Piece Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Beretta 81 is a compact double-action/single-action handgun produced by the historic Italian firearms manufacturer Beretta and introduced in the late 1970s as part of the company’s widely known Cheetah series of pistols. Chambered in .32 ACP (7.65mm Browning), the Beretta 81 was designed as a high-capacity compact pistol suitable for law-enforcement, military, and civilian defensive use while maintaining manageable recoil and excellent handling characteristics. The pistol operates using a simple and reliable straight blowback system, a common design for smaller-caliber semi-automatic pistols, which allows the firearm to function without a complex locking mechanism while still providing dependable cycling. One of the distinctive features of the Beretta 81 is its double-stack detachable magazine that typically holds 12 rounds of .32 ACP, offering a relatively high capacity for a pistol of its size and caliber. The pistol features an aluminum alloy frame paired with a steel slide, resulting in a firearm that is both lightweight and durable, while Beretta’s signature open-slide design exposes much of the barrel and helps promote reliable feeding and ejection by reducing the chance of spent cases becoming trapped in the action.
The Beretta 81 incorporates a traditional double-action/single-action trigger system with a frame-mounted safety lever, allowing the pistol to be carried safely while still providing a relatively quick first shot if needed. Standard examples typically feature a barrel length of about 3.8 inches, fixed iron sights, and comfortable grip panels that give the pistol a well-balanced feel in the hand. Because of its smooth shooting characteristics, solid construction, and classic styling, the Beretta 81 became popular with European police forces and civilian shooters alike. Today, the pistol remains appreciated by collectors and enthusiasts who value the refined engineering of the Beretta Cheetah series and the practical combination of compact size, high capacity, and reliable performance offered by the Beretta 81.
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
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
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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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1162794962 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-03-29 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
385 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-03-29 17:06:34 |
