Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this single-action semi-auto pistol today for a penny start auction; this is the Beretta Model 71!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Beretta
Model: 71
Serial: A42611U
Date of Manufacture: 1976 (According to "AB" Date Code)
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 3 1/2" Threaded Barrel
Optics/Sights: Fixed
Stock/Grips: Black Checkered Synthetic with Beretta Logo
Action: Semi-Auto
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Beretta Model 71 is a well-made handgun produced from 1958 through 1985. A commercial variation was imported into the U.S. as the Jaguar. The non-commercial Model 71 Berettas that were imported were quickly snapped up by savvy collectors who recognized what they were.
The Model 71 is a reliable, compact, single-action semi-automatic pistol. The frame is made of aluminum; the slide is steel with front and rear fixed sights. For feeding, the P71 uses an 8-round steel magazine; the magazine release is a large, recessed button on the lower left side of the grip. The pistol features Beretta’s characteristic open frame with an exposed barrel. There are no synthetic or zinc-alloy parts in the Beretta. The only parts not made of steel are the synthetic grips, magazine follower, and aluminum alloy frame. The P71 weighs 17 ounces, with a barrel length of 3.5 inches. On the left-hand side of the frame, there’s a slide-stop lever and a thumb-operated safety, which blocks the sear and hammer. On the right-hand side, there is a lever marked “SMONTAGGIO (disassembly)” which, when rotated, allows the removal of the slide and barrel assembly from the frame. The left side of the slide reads, “PIETRO BERETTA, GARDONE V.T. CAL. 22 L.R.” The right side: “P.B.-MOD.71-Made in Italy.” There is a series of markings on the right side of the frame that include the location of the Beretta facility, “AH” code letters for the date of manufacture, “PSF” for Polvere Senza Fumo (smokeless powder), and the provisional proof mark of the Gardone Proof House. On the left side of the frame is the serial number. Non-original markings added in dot matrix letters include “C.A.I. Georgia VT.” (Century Arms, the importer) and “MDL. 71,” the model designation.
Contents:
This example will ship with a clear gun case and additional thread protectors pictured above!
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.
Model: 71
Serial: A42611U
Date of Manufacture: 1976 (According to "AB" Date Code)
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 3 1/2" Threaded Barrel
Optics/Sights: Fixed
Stock/Grips: Black Checkered Synthetic with Beretta Logo
Action: Semi-Auto
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Beretta Model 71 is a well-made handgun produced from 1958 through 1985. A commercial variation was imported into the U.S. as the Jaguar. The non-commercial Model 71 Berettas that were imported were quickly snapped up by savvy collectors who recognized what they were.
The Model 71 is a reliable, compact, single-action semi-automatic pistol. The frame is made of aluminum; the slide is steel with front and rear fixed sights. For feeding, the P71 uses an 8-round steel magazine; the magazine release is a large, recessed button on the lower left side of the grip. The pistol features Beretta’s characteristic open frame with an exposed barrel. There are no synthetic or zinc-alloy parts in the Beretta. The only parts not made of steel are the synthetic grips, magazine follower, and aluminum alloy frame. The P71 weighs 17 ounces, with a barrel length of 3.5 inches. On the left-hand side of the frame, there’s a slide-stop lever and a thumb-operated safety, which blocks the sear and hammer. On the right-hand side, there is a lever marked “SMONTAGGIO (disassembly)” which, when rotated, allows the removal of the slide and barrel assembly from the frame. The left side of the slide reads, “PIETRO BERETTA, GARDONE V.T. CAL. 22 L.R.” The right side: “P.B.-MOD.71-Made in Italy.” There is a series of markings on the right side of the frame that include the location of the Beretta facility, “AH” code letters for the date of manufacture, “PSF” for Polvere Senza Fumo (smokeless powder), and the provisional proof mark of the Gardone Proof House. On the left side of the frame is the serial number. Non-original markings added in dot matrix letters include “C.A.I. Georgia VT.” (Century Arms, the importer) and “MDL. 71,” the model designation.
Contents:
This example will ship with a clear gun case and additional thread protectors pictured above!
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 $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
