Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this incredible semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction, this is the Beretta Model 1951!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Beretta
Model: 1951
Serial: 16379
Caliber: 9mm
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4 1/2"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with Fixed Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Grooved Black Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard / The left side of the slide is stamped “P.BERETTA -CAL.9m/m MOD. 1951-PATENT / GARDONE V.T.-ITALIA”.The left side of the frame is stamped with a proof mark that reads “F.A.G” with an unknown number below it. FAG indicates the Fabbrica d'Armi Gardone proof house. The right side of the frame is stamped with the letters “PS”.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Beretta Model 1951 (Modello 1951) was the predecessor to the M92 series of pistols. It was developed for the Italian military in response to the demand for a 9mm service pistol following World War II. This design marked a significant development for Beretta, being the company's first successful locked-breech handgun and a major improvement over previous blowback models such as the Modello 1934. Unlike the Model 92, which features a double-action/single-action trigger system, the Model 1951 used a single-action trigger and was equipped with a single-stack 8-round magazine. It was also unique for its safety and magazine release designs: a push-button safety located at the top rear of the grip panel and a push-button magazine release at the bottom rear of the grip panel. These models are often referred to by several names, including Beretta 951, M951, Model 1951, MOD.51, and Brigadier. However, the term "Brigadier" specifically refers to later, modified versions of the pistol, introduced in the 1980s, which had slightly updated features.
Model: 1951
Serial: 16379
Caliber: 9mm
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4 1/2"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with Fixed Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Grooved Black Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard / The left side of the slide is stamped “P.BERETTA -CAL.9m/m MOD. 1951-PATENT / GARDONE V.T.-ITALIA”.The left side of the frame is stamped with a proof mark that reads “F.A.G” with an unknown number below it. FAG indicates the Fabbrica d'Armi Gardone proof house. The right side of the frame is stamped with the letters “PS”.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Beretta Model 1951 (Modello 1951) was the predecessor to the M92 series of pistols. It was developed for the Italian military in response to the demand for a 9mm service pistol following World War II. This design marked a significant development for Beretta, being the company's first successful locked-breech handgun and a major improvement over previous blowback models such as the Modello 1934. Unlike the Model 92, which features a double-action/single-action trigger system, the Model 1951 used a single-action trigger and was equipped with a single-stack 8-round magazine. It was also unique for its safety and magazine release designs: a push-button safety located at the top rear of the grip panel and a push-button magazine release at the bottom rear of the grip panel. These models are often referred to by several names, including Beretta 951, M951, Model 1951, MOD.51, and Brigadier. However, the term "Brigadier" specifically refers to later, modified versions of the pistol, introduced in the 1980s, which had slightly updated features.
Despite these variations in naming, all early Model 1951 pistols shared the same basic specifications, with the only notable difference being the material of the frame. The Model 1951 served as the primary service pistol for the Italian military and law enforcement until being replaced by the Beretta 92 series. It remains an important milestone in Beretta's history, influencing the design of future military and civilian pistols.
Contents:
This example will ship with one magazine!
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.
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