Comparison Chart
While they all derive from the same basic design, there are subtle differences between the M9, M9A1 and 92FS. These are the product of the continued improvements applied to the original design, resulting from Beretta’s engineering advancements and the US Armed Forces needs for a handgun that would respond to the varied deployment environments and situations.
Here are the key differences
|
Feature |
92fs |
M9 |
M9a1 |
|
Military-Style Markings |
|
Yes |
|
|
White Dot-And-Post Sights |
|
Yes |
|
|
White 3-Dot Sights |
Yes |
|
Yes |
|
Flared Magazine Well |
|
|
Yes |
|
Front & Back Strap Checkering |
|
|
Yes |
|
Sand Resistant Magazines |
|
|
Yes |
|
Accessory Rail |
|
|
Yes |
|
Caliber |
9mm |
9mm |
9mm |
|
Action |
Double/Single |
Double/Single |
Yes |
|
Barrel Length |
4.9" |
4.9" |
4.9" |
|
Sight Radius |
6.1" |
6.1" |
6.1" |
|
Overall Width |
1.5" |
1.5" |
1.5" |
|
Grip Width |
1.3" |
1.3" |
1.3" |
|
Weight Unloaded |
33.3oz |
33.3oz |
33.9oz |
|
Magazine Capacity |
15 Rounds |
15 Rounds |
15 Rounds |
|
Overall Height |
5.4" |
5.4" |
5.4" |