Representative photo of the Beretta 92 family. The California model may differ in finish and details. Photo: Picanox, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
Beretta 92FS Compact Type M
Beretta 92FS Compact Type M Overview & Reviews
Overview
The Beretta 92FS Compact Type M is manufactured by Beretta, the Italian firearms maker with centuries of gunmaking heritage. This compact variant maintains the legendary reliability of the full-size 92FS while offering reduced dimensions for concealed carry and personal defense. It remains one of California's most trusted duty and civilian pistols.
Key Features
- 9mm caliber with 13-round magazine capacity
- Double-action/single-action (DA/SA) trigger with safety/decocker lever
- Compact slide and frame for easier concealment than full-size models
- Stainless steel construction with black Bruniton finish
- Picatinny rail for mounting tactical accessories
Pros & Cons
- ✅ Excellent accuracy and reliability with proven design
- ✅ Compact size balances firepower with concealability
- ✅ California DOJ Roster certified for legal purchase
- ✅ Strong aftermarket support and spare parts availability
- ❌ Heavier trigger pull in double-action mode requires practice
- ❌ Higher cost compared to some competitor models
- ❌ Slightly larger than subcompact alternatives
Best For: California shooters seeking a roster-legal compact 9mm with proven reliability for concealed carry, home defense, or those transitioning from law enforcement duty weapons.
🏪 Where to Buy the Beretta 92FS Compact Type M in California
You can buy the Beretta 92FS Compact Type M online and have it shipped to a California-licensed FFL dealer, or buy it at a local gun store. Every handgun purchase in California requires a Firearm Safety Certificate, a DROS background check and a 10-day waiting period. Find a California FFL near you →
Online dealers ship to a California FFL. You pick up at your local gun store after the 10-day waiting period.
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