| Beretta Model 90 | |
|---|---|
| Type | Semi-automatic pistol |
| Place of origin | Italy |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Beretta |
| Produced | 1969–1982 |
| No. built | 25,000~ |
| Specifications | |
| Length | 17.1 cm (6.7 in) |
| Barrel length | 9.2 cm (3.6 in) |
| Cartridge | 7.65mm Browning (.32 ACP) |
| Action | Blowback |
| Feed system | 8-round detachable box magazine |
| Sights | Fixed front blade and rear notch |
The Beretta Model 90 is a semi-automatic pistol produced by Beretta, primarily from 1969 to 1982. It's a compact pistol, featuring a double-action trigger and a closed-top slide. The Model 90 was designed to compete with other double-action pistols in the European market and was imported into the U.S. market by Garcia Sporting Arms.
The Model 90 is a relatively uncommon pistol, partly due to the caliber (.32 ACP) not being as popular in the US as other options, especially for defensive purposes. It was produced alongside the more popular Model 70, with some modifications to the Model 90 over time, including a hold-open device easily engaged by the right thumb. [1]