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Manuale di Istruzione
Instruction Manual
Mode d’Emploi
Manual de Instrucciones
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ALWAYS KEEP THIS MANUAL WITH YOUR FIREARM. INCLUDE IT

WITH THE PISTOL WHEN IT CHANGES OWNERSHIP OR WHEN IT
IS LOANED OR PRESENTED TO ANOTHER PERSON.

NOTICE: The Manufacturer and/or its Local Official Distributors

assume no responsibility for product malfunction or for physical
injury or property damage resulting in whole or in part from
criminal or negligent use of the product, improper or careless
handling, unauthorized modifications, use of defective, improper,
hand-loaded, reloaded or remanufactured ammunition*,
customer abuse or neglect of the product, or other influences
beyond manufacturer's direct and immediate control.
* See paragraph “Ammunition”.

WARNING: Always ensure that the safety is fully engaged until

! ready to fire. A safety, which is not fully engaged, will not prevent
firearm discharge.

WARNING: ALL FIREARMS HAVE LETHAL POTENTIAL. READ THE

! BASIC SAFETY RULES CAREFULLY AND UNDERSTAND THEM
FULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS FIREARM.

In addition to the Basic Safety Rules, there are other Safety

Rules per taining to the loading, unloading, disassembly,
assembly and use of this firearm, located throughout this
manual.

WARNING: READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE

! USING THIS FIREARM. MAKE SURE THAT ANY PERSON USING
OR HAVING ACCESS TO THIS FIREARM READS AND
UNDERSTANDS ALL OF THIS MANUAL PRIOR TO USE OR
ACCESS.
We recommend the use of original Beretta spare parts and
accessories. The use of other manufacturer’s spare parts
and accessories could cause malfunctions and/or breakages
that will not be covered by the Beretta Warranty.

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CONTENTS
Page

BASIC SAFETY RULES 49

DESCRIPTION 57
SAFETY FEATURES 57
OPERATIONAL AND ANATOMICAL FEATURES 59
SPECIFICATIONS 62
GENERAL OPERATION 63
LOAD CHECK 63
HOW TO LOWER THE COCKED HAMMER 65
OBSTRUCTION CHECK 67
AMMUNITION 68
LOADING 69
UNLOADING 72
FIRING 74
FIELD STRIPPING 78
MAINTENANCE 78
RE-ASSEMBLY 81
STORAGE 81
INTERCHANGEABLE SIGHTS 82
HOW TO ADJUST THE TRIGGER 83
HOW TO REVERSE THE MAGAZINE RELEASE BUTTON 83
TROUBLESHOOTING 84
WARRANTY AND EXTENSION OF THE WARRANTY REPAIR
PERIOD 85

This instruction manual consists of 176 pages.

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 BASIC SAFETY RULES
WARNING: PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE HANDLING
! YOUR FIREARM.

WARNING: FIREARMS CAN BE DANGEROUS AND CAN

! POTENTIALLY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY, DAMAGE TO PROPERTY
OR DEATH, IF HANDLED IMPROPERLY. THE FOLLOWING SAFETY
RULES ARE AN IMPORTANT REMINDER THAT FIREARM SAFETY IS
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

1. NEVER POINT A FIREARM AT SOMETHING THAT IS NOT

SAFE TO SHOOT.
Never let the muzzle of a firearm point at any part of your body
or at another person. This is especially important when
loading or unloading the firearm. When you are shooting at a
target, know what is behind it. Some bullets can travel over a
mile. If you miss your target or if the bullet penetrates the
target, it is your responsibility to ensure that the shot does
not cause unintended injury or damage.

2. ALWAYS TREAT A FIREARM AS

IF IT WERE LOADED.
Never assume that a firearm is
unloaded. The only certain way
to ensure that a firearm has the
chamber(s) empty is to open
the chamber and visually and
physically examine the inside to
see if a round is present.

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Removing or unloading the magazine will not guarantee that

a firearm is unloaded or cannot fire. Shotguns and rifles can
be checked by cycling or removing all rounds and by then
opening and inspecting the chamber so that a visual
inspection of the chamber for any remaining rounds can be
made.

3. STORE YOUR FIREARM SO THAT CHILDREN CANNOT GAIN

ACCESS TO IT.
It is your responsibility to ensure that children under the age
of 18 or other unauthorized persons do not gain access to
your firearm. To reduce the risk of accidents involving
children, unload your firearm, lock it and store the
ammunition in a separate locked location. Please note that
devices intended to prevent accidents - for example, cable
locks, chamber plugs, etc, - may not prevent use or misuse of
your firearm by a determined person. Firearm storage in a
steel gun safe may be more appropriate to reduce the
likelihood of intentional misuse of a firearm by an
unauthorized child or person.

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 4. NEVER SHOOT AT WATER OR AT A
HARD SURFACE.
Shooting at the surface of water or at
a rock or other hard sur face
increases the chance of ricochets or
fragmentation of the bullet or shot,
which can result in the projectile
striking an unintended or peripheral
target.

5. KNOW THE SAFETY FEATURES OF THE FIREARM YOU ARE

USING, BUT REMEMBER: SAFETY DEVICES ARE NOT A
SUBSTITUTE FOR SAFE HANDLING PROCEDURES.
Never rely solely on a safety device to prevent an accident. It
is imperative that you know and use the safety features of the
particular firearm you are handling, but accidents can best be
prevented by following the safe handling procedures
described in these safety rules and elsewhere in the product
manual. To further familiarize yourself with the proper use of
this or other firearms, take a Firearms Safety Course taught
by an expert in firearms use and safety procedures.

6. PROPERLY MAINTAIN YOUR FIREARM.

Store and carry your firearm so that
dirt or lint does not accumulate in the
working parts. Clean and oil your
firearm, following the instructions
provided in this manual, after each
use to prevent corrosion, damage to
the barrel or accumulation of
impurities which can prevent use of
the gun in an emergency. Always
check the bore and chamber(s) prior to loading to ensure that
they are clean and free from obstructions. Firing with an
obstruction in the barrel or chamber can rupture the barrel and
injure you or others nearby. In the event you hear an unusual
noise when shooting, stop firing immediately, engage the
manual safety and unload the firearm. Make sure the chamber
and barrel are free from any obstruction, like a bullet blocked
inside the barrel due to defective or improper ammunition.

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7. USE PROPER AMMUNITION.

Only use factory-loaded, new ammunition manufactured to
industry specifications: CIP (Europe and elsewhere), SAAMI
(U.S.A.). Be certain that each round you use is in the proper
caliber or gauge and type for the particular firearm. The
caliber or gauge of the firearm is clearly marked on the barrels
of shotguns and on the slide or barrel of pistols. The use of
reloaded or remanufactured ammunition can increase the
likelihood of excessive car tridge pressures, case-head
ruptures or other defects in the ammunition that can cause
damage to your firearm and injury to yourself or others nearby.

8. ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GLASSES AND EARPLUGS

WHEN SHOOTING.
The chance that gas, gunpowder or
metal fragments will blow back and
injure a shooter who is firing a gun
is rare, but the injury that can be
sustained in such circumstances
can be severe, including the
possible loss of eyesight. A
shooter must always wear impact
resistant shooting glasses when
firing any firearm. Earplugs or other
high-quality hearing protectors help reduce the chance of
hearing damage from shooting.

9. NEVER CLIMB A TREE, FENCE OR

OBSTRUCTION WITH A LOADED
FIREARM.
Open and empty the chamber(s) of
your firearm and engage the
manual safety before climbing or
descending a tree or before
climbing a fence or jumping over a
ditch or other obstruction. Never
pull or push a loaded firearm toward yourself or another
person. Always unload a firearm, visually and physically check
to see that the magazine, loading mechanism and chamber
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 are unloaded, and action is open before handing it to
another person. Never take a firearm from another person
unless it is unloaded, visually and physically checked to
confirm it is unloaded, and the action is open.

10. AVOID ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OR JUDGMENT/REFLEX

IMPAIRING MEDICATION WHEN SHOOTING.
Do not drink and shoot. If you take
medication that can impair motor
reactions or judgment, do not
handle a firearm while you are
under the influence of the
medication.

11. NEVER TRANSPORT A LOADED FIREARM.

Unload a firearm before putting it in a vehicle (chamber
empty, magazine empty). Hunters and target shooters
should load their firearm only at their destination, and only
when they are ready to shoot. If you carry a firearm for self-
protection, leaving the chamber unloaded can reduce the
chance of an unintentional discharge.

12. LEAD WARNING.

Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas, cleaning
firearms, or handling ammunition may result in exposure to
lead and other substances known to cause birth defects,
reproductive harm, and other serious physical injury. Have
adequate ventilation at all times. Wash hands thoroughly
after exposure.

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WARNING: It is YOUR responsibility to know and abide by

Federal, State and Local laws governing the sale, transportation !
and use of firearms in your area.

Especially for U.S. consumers:

For information about Firearm Safety Courses in your area,
please visit the National Rifle Association’s web site at
www.nra.org.

WARNING: This firearm has the capability of taking your life or

the life of someone else! Always be extremely careful with your !
firearm. An accident is almost always the result of not following
basic firearm safety rules.

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Fig. 1

decocked hammer-safety disengaged decocked hammer-safety engaged

Fig. 3 Fig. 4

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M
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Fig. 5

cocked hammer-safety disengaged cocked hammer-safety engaged

Fig. 6 Fig. 7

half-cocked hammer half-cocked hammer

safety disengaged safety engaged
single/double action mod. only single/double action mod. only

Fig. 8 Fig. 9

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 DESCRIPTION
The new Beretta 92/98/96 Steel I is the synthesis of the long-
standing experience of the model 92, manufactured in well over
two million units and reconfirms Beretta’s tradition of steel
framed pistols. Designed with extreme attention to details the
Beretta 92/98/96 Steel I pistol is created with the true
connoisseurs, the expert marksmen and collectors in mind. This
exclusive 92 model sports numerous special features, like its
steel frame, the slim lines of its “vertical” grip, the “flush”
barrel, the recoil-reducing slide, already tested in the Brigadier,
Stock, Combat and Billennium models, the ambidextrous, frame-
mounted safety and the skeletonized hammer. Other features
are the Novak rear sight with white dots, the thin dual textured
grips and the Beretta satin/polished grey finish, which is a
special nickel-alloy based plating that ensures an extraordinary
resistance to punishing and harsh weather conditions and gives
the pistol its unmatched look. The Beretta 92/98/96 Steel I is
available in calibers 9mm x 19 Parabellum (Luger), 9mm x 21 IMI
and .40 S&W, both in a traditional single/double action and a
single action only version. The single action only model features
a micrometric adjustment of the trigger’s pre and over travel.
The Beretta 92/98/96 Steel I is qualified to compete in the IDPA
competitions.

SAFETY FEATURES
NOTICE: The figure numbers noted below refer to the
photographs on pages 2, 55, 56, 173.

Frame mounted safety (Fig. 1-5/A). All 92/98/96 Steel I

pistols feature an ambidextrous manual safety on the frame that
locks the sear and the slide in the closed position. The manual
safety can be engaged when the hammer is in decocked or
cocked position (Fig. 4 and 7). On the single/double action
versions the safety can be also engaged with the hammer in half-
cocked position (Fig. 9). The manual safety cannot be engaged
with the slide in the open position.

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Automatic Firing Pin Block (Fig. 1/B). The 92/98/96 Steel I

pistols have a blocking device that prevents forward movement
of the firing pin unless the trigger is pulled. This feature is
intended to prevent discharge if the pistol is dropped or if the
hammer is unintentionally dropped without pulling the trigger.

Loaded chamber indicator (Fig. 2). The loaded chamber

indicator is a small red tab (extractor) that protrudes further from
the slide when a round is in the chamber. The tab is located on
the right side of the pistol’s slide, near the cartridge chamber,
and can be both seen and felt, allowing the user to check the
chamber at night by feel or during the day by checking for the
increased protrusion of the red tab.

Note: The most certain way to check whether a pistol is loaded

is to pull back on the slide and visually inspect the chamber for
a round. Loaded chamber indicators are designed primarily to
allow noiseless inspection of the pistol to ensure that it is loaded
in situations when it may be dangerous to operate the slide (the
action of pulling back on the slide may make noise and will
temporarily render the pistol inoperable) or when it is dark.

WARNING: In order to permit the use of the pistol in emergency

situations, even in the case of involuntary dropping or loss of the !
magazine, these models are NOT provided with a magazine
safety. They are therefore capable of firing, when a round is
chambered, even if the magazine has not been inserted or if it
has been removed or if it has been dislodged from its seat.

Slide catch (Fig. 1/C). The slide catch is a lever that holds the
slide open and rearward after the last round is fired. This allows
the user to immediately determine that the pistol does not have
a round in the chamber or in the magazine.

Slide overtravel stop. The hammer pin head has been enlarged
to enter a matching groove cut into the slide rail to stop slide
breech recoil overtravel.

External hammer (Fig. 1/D). The external hammer allows the

user to visually and immediately determine that the hammer is
cocked or lowered.

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 Half-cock notch (on hammer) – single/double action versions
only (Fig. 8 and 9). The hammer of the 92/98/96 Steel I
single/double action pistol features a half-cock notch that will
catch on the sear, before striking the firing pin, should the
hammer be released inadvertently by violently striking or
dropping the pistol.

OPERATIONAL AND
ANATOMICAL FEATURES
Semi-automatic firing. Model 92/98/96 Steel I pistols will
automatically reload after each round is fired, as long as there
are cartridges in the magazine.

The locked-breech locking system with falling locking block and

the barrel short recoil operation are a warranty of long-life and
shooting accuracy.

Single action. (All 92/98/96 Steel I models). The short and

light single action trigger pull allows for faster, more accurate
discharge of subsequent rounds. Single/double action pistols
fire double action on the first round and single action on
subsequent rounds. In this last version, the first round can be
fired in single action trigger pull if the hammer is manually
cocked prior to pulling the trigger.

Double action. (92/98/96 Steel I single/double action models

only). Also considered a safety feature during emergency use of
a pistol, the double action trigger pull both cocks and drops the
hammer in the same motion. This allows immediate firing of the
weapon without requiring that the hammer be independently
manipulated. Double action trigger pull is considered a safety
feature because it allows the user to attempt to refire a non-
firing cartridge simply by pulling the trigger a second time. The
length of trigger pull also helps reduce the likelihood of
unintentional discharge.

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Conversion of mode of operation (single/double to single

action only or single action only to single/double action). The
Beretta 92/98/96 Steel I pistols are predisposed for conversion
of their mode of operation from single/double to single action
only and viceversa (only where allowed by local laws). The
conversion requires the replacement of several pistol
components.

WARNING: This operation must be carried out by a competent

gunsmith. !
Micrometric adjustment of the trigger (92/98/96 Steel I
single action models only) (Fig. 5/E). 92/98/96 Steel I single
action models feature a competition tuned trigger with screw to
adjust the extra short let-off (pretravel) and overtravel.

Removable, high capacity magazine (Fig. 1/O). Model

92/98/96 Steel I pistols have a quickly removable, high capacity
magazine which allows rapid reloading and extended use in
emergency situations.
The type and capacity of magazine for 92/98/96 Steel I pistols
is as follows:
92 Steel I cal. 9mm x 19 - 15* - round, staggered magazine.
98 Steel I cal. 9mm x 21 IMI - 15 - round, staggered magazine.
96 Steel I cal. .40 S&W - 11* - round, staggered magazine.
* Commercial pistols sold in the US market are supplied with 10-round magazines in
accordance with US Federal Guidelines for Commercial Sales.

Simple field stripping and cleaning (Fig. 1-5/F). The

disassembly device is designed to allow an extremely quick and
simple field stripping of the pistol and also to avoid casual or
involuntary disassembly. A pistol which can be easily field
stripped can be more readily cleaned. Simple cleaning makes it
easier for the user to properly maintain the pistol, which helps
ensure continued reliability.

Steel frame (Fig. 1/G). All 92/98/96 Steel I pistols feature the
exclusive frame manufactured with high resistance steel and
special Beretta satin/polished nickel-alloy based finish. The
increase in weight of the firearm, due to the use of steel, has
been limited thanks to the slimming of the frame’s structure,
giving the pistol better stability during firing.
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 Recoil reducing slide (Fig. 1/H). The slide has been widened
near the slide rails. The reconfigured front profile also allows for
a removable dovetailed front sight. Front and rear slide
serrations enable easier racking during manual operation.
Ambidextrous safety lever (Fig. 1-5/A). Frame mounted,
ambidextrous for easier thumb access. Extended length and
width.
Sights (Fig. 1/I). Front and rear sights are dovetailed into the
slide for possible replacement. 3-dot sight system is designed
for quick target acquisition. The popular and easily recognized
rear Novak sight also lengthens the sight radius by several
millimeters.
Grip (Fig. 1/L). The vertical grip, ergonomically designed, is
suitable for small handed shooters, while enhancing the
aestethic of the pistol. The front and back straps of the grip are
fully serrated to ensure a firm hold.
Plastic panels (Fig. 5/N). The thin dual textured grip panels
guarantee a sure grip and maximum control during rapid fire.
Extended reversible magazine release button (Fig. 1-5/M). The
magazine release button can easily be assembled on the right
side of the pistol for left handed shooters. It features extended
dimensions for competition use.
Skeletonized hammer (Fig. 1/D). The skeletonized hammer
gives the pistol a new and distinctive look.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Versions Single action only and single/double action
Model 92 Steel I 98 Steel I 96 Steel I
Caliber 9mmx19
(Parabellum or Luger) 9mmx21 IMI 40 S&W
Magazine capacity
(rounds)* 10, 15 15 10, 11
Rifling twist (mm/in) 250/9.84 250/9.84 400/15.7
Rifling R.H., 6 grooves.
Operation Semiautomatic, short recoil of the barrel
Locking system Locked-breech, falling block
Action Single action only or single/double action versions
Sights Front and rear sights dovetailed into the slide.
Removable.
Hammer Exposed
Safeties Automatic firing pin blocking device. Manual safety on
the frame: it can be applied with hammer lowered or
cocked.
Frame Steel, with special Beretta satin grey nickel-alloy based
finish and polished sides.
Slide Steel, with special Beretta satin grey nickel-alloy based
finish and polished sides.
Barrel Steel, with special Beretta polished grey nickel-alloy
based finish. Chrome plated bore and chamber.
Overall length (mm/in) 211/8.3
Barrel length (mm/in) 119/4.7
Overall width (mm/in) 41/1.6
Overall height (mm/in) 139/5.5
Sight radius (mm/in) 165/6.5
Weight unloaded
Without magazine (gr/oz) 1100/38.8 approx.
* Commercial pistols sold in the US market are supplied with 10-round magazines in accordance
with US Federal Guidelines for Commercial Sales.

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 GENERAL OPERATION
Beretta’s 92/98/96 Steel I semi-automatic pistols use a short
recoil locked-breech system with falling block.
When the pistol is fired, the pressure developed by combustion
gas recoils the slide-barrel assembly. After a short run of slide-
barrel assembly, the locking block falls and releases the slide
letting it recoil while the barrel stops against frame. The slide,
during its rearward movement, extracts and ejects the fired
cartridge case, cocks the hammer and activates the recoil
spring. Pushed by the recoil spring, the slide then moves forward
feeding the next cartridge from the magazine into the chamber
and causing barrel-slide locking.
The slide is designed to stay open after the last cartridge has
been fired and ejected.

LOAD CHECK
At various points in this manual you will be instructed to “visually
check to be certain your Beretta 92/98/96 Steel I pistol is
unloaded.” This should become second nature to you, as you
should:
• Never assume that a firearm is unloaded (even a gun that is
new and in its original packaging).
• Never point or push a firearm toward yourself or another
person.
• Always visually check to see that the chamber is unloaded.
• Remove the magazine and block the slide in the open position
before handing the pistol to another person.
• Never take or pull this pistol from another person unless the
magazine is removed, the slide is open and the chamber has
been visually checked to confirm it is unloaded.

To visually check to be certain your pistol is unloaded, carefully

follow the steps below.
WARNING: Keep your finger OFF THE TRIGGER and the barrel
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• Remove the magazine by depressing the magazine release

button. (Fig. 10)
• Retract the slide. Visually inspect the cartridge chamber to
ensure that it is empty. The chamber is empty when no
cartridge is visible when looking into the open chamber.
(Fig. 11)

Releasing the slide when a magazine is not in the pistol will

automatically close the slide. Always keep your finger away from
the ejection port. To keep the slide in the open position, without
the magazine in the pistol, fully retract the slide and press the
slide catch upward with your thumb (Fig. 1/C ) and release the
slide. The slide will be blocked in the open position.
The slide remains open when an empty magazine is inserted or
when the slide catch is pressed upwards.

If the pistol is unloaded, proceed to the following step, otherwise

refer to the procedure: UNLOADING THE PISTOL.

• Gently accompany the slide to the closed position. If the slide

is blocked in the open position by the slide catch or by an
empty magazine inserted in the pistol, press the slide catch
downwards to close the slide.

WARNING: Always keep your finger away from the ejection port.
!
WARNING: THE HAMMER IS COCKED. With the barrel pointed in
a safe direction, decock the hammer by following the instruction
given in the next paragraph.
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 HOW TO LOWER THE COCKED
HAMMER
WARNING: Keep the firearm pointed in a SAFE direction. Be sure
! the pistol is unloaded otherwise refer to the procedure:
UNLOADING THE PISTOL.

WARNING: THE HAMMER LOWERING OPERATION MUST ONLY BE

! PERFORMED WITH THE PISTOL UNLOADED AND THE BARREL
CHAMBER EMPTY. This is due to the fact that the 92/98/96
Steel I pistols do not feature mechanisms that permit decocking
of the hammer with a round chambered and the safety on the
frame does not function as a decocking device.

WARNING: Failing to manually control the hammer, when the

! trigger is completely pulled, causes the pistol to fire if a cartridge
is in the chamber. In this condition, the automatic safety on the
firing pin and the half-cock notch on the hammer (if present) are
disengaged by the complete rearward position of the trigger.
Releasing the trigger, immediately after having decocked the
hammer, reactivates the firing pin safety and the half-cock notch
(if present).

WARNING: The hammer of the 92/98/96 Steel I single action

! only pistols DOES NOT FEATURE A HALF-COCK NOTCH.

WARNING: The hammer of the 92/98/96 Steel I single/double

! action pistols features a half-cock notch (Fig. 8 and 9). The only
purpose of the half-cock notch is to prevent the accidental
impact of the striker by the hammer subsequent to violent
impact or dropping of the firearm. The operation of the half-cock
notch is deactivated by pulling the trigger. It is not recommended
to keep the hammer engaged on the half-cock notch.

Before loading the pistol and introducing a round into the

chamber, it is extremely important to practice lowering the
cocked hammer with the unloaded pistol. Notice that there are
three separate hammer positions:
Hammer fully lowered (Fig. 3 and 4): The hammer is in the fully
lowered position. The pull on the trigger on the 92/98/96 Steel I
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single/double action models will first cock the hammer and then
release it to strike the firing pin. The pistol will fire if a round in
the chamber is present.

Hammer in the half-cock position (92/98/96 Steel I in

single/double action only) (Fig. 8 and 9): By pulling the hammer
rearward to the second position you will feel and hear the
hammer “click” into the half-cock notch. The pull on the trigger
on the double action mode will first cock the hammer and then
release it to strike the firing pin. The pistol will fire if a round in
the chamber is present.

Hammer in the full-cock position (Fig. 6 and 7): By pulling the

hammer rearward to the third position you will feel and hear the
hammer (click) into the full-cock notch. The hammer is now in the
firing position. By pulling the trigger rearward the pistol will fire if
a round in the chamber is present.

To lower the hammer after checking that the firing chamber is

empty follow the steps below (Fig. 12 and 13):
• While controlling the hammer with the thumb, pull the trigger
and gently ease the hammer slightly forward with the thumb
while continuing to pull the trigger.
• Release the trigger and continue easing the hammer into the
half-cock notch (Fig. 8) (92/98/96 Steel I single/double action
models only) or into the fully lowered position (Fig. 3).

On the 92/98/96 Steel I single/double action models, to totally

lower the hammer it is necessary to completely keep the trigger
pulled until the hammer bypasses the half-cock notch.

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 OBSTRUCTION CHECK
Check the barrel to be sure there are no obstructions in the
chamber and bore. This is extremely important because if
another car tridge is fired into an obstructed barrel, a
catastrophic failure can result.

• Remove the magazine by depressing the magazine release

button. (Fig. 10)
• Retract the slide.
Releasing the slide when a magazine is not in the pistol will
automatically close the slide. Always keep your finger away
from the ejection port. To keep the slide in the open position,
without the magazine in the pistol, fully retract the slide and
press the slide catch upward with your thumb
(Fig. 1/C) and release the slide. The slide will be blocked in
the open position. The slide remains open when an empty
magazine is inserted or when the slide catch is pressed
upwards.
• Look down the barrel from the muzzle (or front) end so that you
can see completely through the barrel to make sure no
obstruction exists.

If an obstruction in the barrel is detected, a qualified gunsmith

must remove the obstruction and inspect the pistol before it can
be fired.

• Gently accompany the slide to the closed position. If the slide

is blocked in the open position by the slide catch or by an
empty magazine inserted in the pistol, press the slide catch
downward to close the slide. (Fig. 14)

! WARNING: Always keep your finger away from the ejection port.

WARNING: THE HAMMER IS COCKED. With the barrel pointed in

! a safe direction, decock the hammer by following the instruction
given in the previous paragraph.

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AMMUNITION
AMMUNITION (CARTRIDGE) NOTICE: Beretta specifically
disclaim responsibility for any damage or injury whatsoever
occurring in connection with, or as the result of, the use in
Beretta 92/98/96 Steel I pistol of faulty, or non-standard, or
“remanufactured,” or hand-loaded (reloaded) ammunition, or
cartridges other than those for which the firearm was originally
chambered. Use of reloaded ammunition will void the
manufacturer’s warranty.

Use only high-quality, commercially-manufactured ammunition

that is manufactured in accordance with CIP (Europe and
elsewhere) or SAAMI (USA) standards. Be certain that the
ammunition is the appropriate caliber and loading for the firearm
and is clean, dry, and in good condition. The cartridge
designation for your pistol is marked on the top of the barrel.

WARNING: Carefully inspect each cartridge before it is loaded in

the magazine. Be certain the cartridge cases are not split, !
deformed, or the cartridges do not possess any other dents or
defects (this applies even to factory ammunition).

Do not fire old ammunition in this firearm. Primers, powder,

cartridge cases, and bullets can deteriorate with time and cause
damage to the firearm, or injury to the shooter or others.

WARNING: The extended use of +P, +P+ ammunition may

decrease the major components service life expectancy. !
DO NOT use sub-machine gun ammunition because the chamber
pressure may reach or exceed proof load pressure.
Lead bullets have a tendency to cause bore leading, which may
dramatically increase the discharge pressure.
Make sure to remove all chamber and bore lead accumulation
after each use.
DO NOT ever shoot cartridges with jacketed bullets through a
barrel previously fired with lead bullets before the bore is
thoroughly deleaded.

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 DRY FIRING/”DUMMY” ROUNDS
Dry firing is defined as firing a firearm with no ammunition in the
chamber. Long term dry firing your Beretta 92/98/96 pistol may
result in damage to the action. “Snap caps” (inert chamber
inserts that allow a firearm to be dry-fired without damaging the
action) are available at most gun stores for those who wish to
practice firing without live ammunition.

CAUTION: If you want to practice shooting your pistol without

using live ammunition (called “dry firing”), insert an appropriate
“snap cap” into the chamber to cushion the fall of the firing pin
and reduce the chance of firing pin breakage. “Snap cap”
cartridges with spring loaded “primers” are ideal.
“DUMMY” cartridges with empty primer pockets are good for
loading/unloading practice but DO NOT protect the firing pin
during dry firing.

LOADING
WARNING: This pistol can fire even if the magazine is empty or
! has been removed, whenever a live round is in the chamber.

WARNING: Before loading the firearm, become familiar with the

! following loading procedures without the use of ammunition.
Never handle a loaded firearm until you are fully familiar with the
loading procedures. Always point the firearm in a safe direction.

WARNING: Always keep your finger away from the trigger

! whenever you do not intend to fire.
Make sure the pistol is not already loaded. See paragraph “LOAD
CHECK”.

WARNING: LOAD THE CHAMBER ONLY WHEN READY TO FIRE.

LOADING THE MAGAZINE

WARNING: Be sure that you have the correct cartridges for your
! pistol.
• To load the magazine, remove it from the pistol by depressing
the magazine release button. (Fig. 10)
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• Hold the magazine in one hand. With the other hand place a
cartridge on the magazine follower in front of the lips at the top
of the magazine. Press the cartridge down onto the follower
and slide the cartridge completely under the lips until it is
lodged fully inside the magazine body. (Fig. 15)
• Repeat process until magazine is fully loaded. Holes on the
back of the magazine allow for visual counting of cartridges.
(Fig. 1/O)

CAUTION: Do not try to force more than the maximum number

of rounds indicated for your particular pistol into the magazine.
An overloaded magazine may not function properly.

LOADING THE PISTOL AND THE FIRING CHAMBER

WARNING: Beretta assumes no responsibility for any injury or
property damage resulting from improper or careless handling, !
intentional or accidental discharge of the firearm.

WARNING: Be sure that the obstruction check has been

completed prior to loading. !
WARNING: Point the firearm in a safe direction. Do not touch the
trigger until you are ready to shoot and are sure of your target !
and backstop.

The firing chamber of the pistol is the portion of the barrel into
which the cartridge is fed. The firing chamber may be loaded in
one of three ways:

1. LOADING FROM MAGAZINE

• Push the loaded magazine into the pistol grip completely to
insure catch engagement.
• Release the manual safety, if engaged.
• Pull back the slide and release it. The slide will automatically
pick up a cartridge from the top of the magazine and feed it into
the chamber. (Fig. 16)

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 WARNING: THE PISTOL IS NOW CHAMBER LOADED, COCKED,
! MANUAL SAFETY DISENGAGED AND READY TO FIRE BY PULLING
THE TRIGGER. IMMEDIATELY ENGAGE THE MANUAL SAFETY by
rotating the safety lever with a fully upward thumb pressure
(Fig. 7) so as to cover the red warning dot. The red dot is visible
when the manual safety is disengaged.

WARNING: The manual safety is merely a mechanical device and

! is in no way a substitute for the Basic Safety Rules of firearm
handling.

2. DIRECT CHAMBER LOADING

• Release the manual safety, if engaged.
• Pull open the slide. The slide remains open when an empty
magazine is inserted or the slide catch is pressed upwards.
• Insert a round into the chamber.
• Press the slide catch to close the slide.

WARNING: THE PISTOL IS NOW CHAMBER LOADED, COCKED,

! MANUAL SAFETY DISENGAGED AND READY TO FIRE BY PULLING
THE TRIGGER. IMMEDIATELY ENGAGE THE MANUAL SAFETY by
rotating the safety lever with a fully upward thumb pressure
(Fig. 7) so as to cover the red warning dot. The red dot is visible
when the manual safety is disengaged.

WARNING: The manual safety is merely a mechanical device and

! is in no way a substitute for the Basic Safety Rules of firearm
handling.

3. A PISTOL WHICH IS LOADED AND FIRED WILL

AUTOMATICALLY PICK UP THE NEXT ROUND AND FEED IT
INTO THE FIRING CHAMBER AS LONG AS THERE IS
AMMUNITION IN THE MAGAZINE.

NOTICE: Beretta 92/98/96 Steel I pistols are equipped with an

automatic safety which prevents firing pin protrusion beyond the
breech face. This safety is overcome only by trigger pull.

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If you want to replace the round which has been chambered from
the magazine (remember that you are handling a loaded firearm
with a live round in the chamber):
• Check the manual safety is engaged.
• Remove the magazine from the pistol by depressing the
magazine release button.
• Insert one more cartridge into the magazine.
• Completely push the loaded magazine into the pistol grip to
insure catch engagement.

WARNING: REMEMBER THAT YOU ARE HANDLING A LOADED

FIREARM, WITH A LIVE ROUND IN THE CHAMBER. Keep your !
finger away from the trigger whenever you do not intend to fire.

UNLOADING
WARNING: Always unload the firearm whenever you do not
intend to shoot. !
WARNING: THE HAMMER LOWERING OPERATION MUST ONLY BE
PERFORMED WITH THE PISTOL UNLOADED AND THE BARREL !
CHAMBER EMPTY. This is due to the fact that the 92/98/96
Steel I pistols do not feature mechanisms that permit decocking
of the hammer with a round chambered and the safety on the
frame does not function as a decocking device. See paragraph:
“HOW TO LOWER THE COCKED HAMMER”.

WARNING: Be certain the pistol is pointed in a SAFE direction.

Keep your finger away from the trigger.
!
• Make sure that the safety is engaged.
• Keep the pistol pointed in a safe direction and remove the
loaded magazine from the frame.
• Disengage the manual safety and grasping the slide serrations
with thumb and index finger, fully retract the slide to remove the
chambered cartridge.

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 WARNING: Always visually inspect the firing chamber to ensure
! that it is empty. The chamber is empty when no cartridge is
visible when looking into the open chamber. (Fig. 11)

WARNING: If you are ejecting unfired cartridges, use extreme

! care to be sure they are ejected onto an appropriate surface.
Never attempt to catch cartridges or fired cartridge cases as
they fall.

WARNING: Never allow anything to come in contact with the

! primer of unfired ammunition. Doing so could cause the
ammunition to explode.
• When sure that the chamber is empty and the cartridge has
been ejected, release the slide.

WARNING: Releasing the fully retracted slide when a loaded

! magazine is in the pistol will feed a cartridge into the pistol’s
firing chamber. Having the hammer cocked, the pistol will be in
the condition of being able to fire immediately.
• Lower the hammer as indicated in the paragraph “HOW TO
LOWER THE COCKED HAMMER”.

NOTICE: The pistol should be stored UNLOADED, uncocked,

manual safety engaged and magazine empty.
UNLOADING THE MAGAZINE
• To unload the magazine, grasp it with one hand around the
magazine box, bottom down and front end forward. With the tip
of the thumb firmly press down on the cartridge rim and push
towards the front of magazine box. As the cartridge moves
forward, tip it slightly upward with the index finger.
• Repeat until the magazine is unloaded.

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FIRING
WARNING: IN CASE OF INTERRUPTION OF FIRING BEFORE THE
MAGAZINE IS EMPTY AND THE CHAMBERED ROUND IS FIRED, IT !
IS NECESSARY TO UNLOAD THE PISTOL BEFORE LOWERING THE
HAMMER.

WARNING: Beretta assumes no responsibility for any injury or

property damage resulting from improper or careless handling, !
intentional or accidental discharge of the firearm.

WARNING: Only point a firearm at something safe to shoot.

Never put your finger on the trigger unless you intend to shoot. !
Never disengage the safety on a firearm unless you intend to
shoot.

WARNING: Always wear high-quality eye and ear protection when

firing any firearm. Be certain that others near-by are wearing !
high-quality eye and ear protection and are to the rear of the
shooter, when firing any firearm.
• Insert the magazine into the pistol and the round into the firing
chamber following the instructions previously described.
• Make sure the manual safety is engaged (safety lever rotated
upwards and red dot covered).

WARNING: Do not touch the trigger until you are ready to shoot
and are sure of your target and backstop.
!
• Without placing the finger on the trigger or inside the trigger
guard, point the pistol at the intended target and aim the pistol
by aligning the front and rear sights on the target. Place the
front sight on your target. The front sight should be in focus,
the target and the rear sight slightly blurred or out of focus.
WHEN READY TO FIRE:
• Release the manual safety by simply pushing the manual
safety lever down all the way. (Fig. 6)
The red warning dot, which is exposed when the safety lever is
rotated completely downward, indicates that the safety is off.

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 WARNING: THE PISTOL IS NOW READY TO FIRE.
!
• Place your index finger inside the trigger guard.

WARNING: Ensure that fingers or other parts of the hands and

! the face are kept away from the recoiling slide. Not respecting
this warning can lead to serious injury since, during the firing
cycle, the slide recoils backwards violently and with great energy.
Ensure that the support hand is far from the muzzle of the barrel.
• Gently squeeze the trigger, being careful not to upset the
alignment of the front and rear sights. THE PISTOL WILL FIRE.

NOTICE: 92/98/96 Steel I single action only models:

Since the hammer is cocked, the pull on the trigger simply
releases the hammer letting it strike the firing pin. This firing
mode is called single action. If the hammer is uncocked, keep
the firearm pointed at the target and manually cock the hammer.

NOTICE: 92/98/96 Steel I single/double action models:

Since the hammer is cocked, the pull on the trigger simply
releases the hammer letting it strike the firing pin. This firing
mode is called single action.
After the first shot the pistol will always fire in the single action
mode.
If the hammer is uncocked, the pull on the trigger will first cock
the hammer and then release it, letting it strike the firing pin.
This firing mode is called double action.

The discharge will recoil the slide which, in turn, will eject the
fired cartridge case, cock the hammer and activate the recoil
spring. Then the slide will automatically close, feeding the next
cartridge from the magazine into the chamber.

WARNING: THE PISTOL IS STILL CHAMBER LOADED, COCKED

! AND READY TO FIRE AGAIN. Keep your finger away from the
trigger whenever you do not intend to fire and engage the manual
safety.
• When the last round has been fired the slide remains open.
(Fig. 17)
• To fire again, remove the empty magazine and insert a loaded
one.
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 • Press the slide catch to close the slide and to load the
chamber. (Fig. 14)
• Engage the manual safety and keep your finger away from the
trigger whenever you do not intend to fire.
• When the last round has been fired the slide remains open.

WARNING: THE HAMMER IS COCKED. If you have completed

shooting, remove the magazine, check that the firing chamber is !
empty and close the slide by pressing the slide catch. Lower the
hammer as indicated in the paragraph “HOW TO LOWER THE
COCKED HAMMER” and engage the manual safety.

WARNING: Always unload the firearm immediately after shooting

is completed. Never store a loaded firearm. To store the pistol !
see the paragraph “STORAGE”.
If while firing the trigger is pulled and the firearm does not
immediately fire:

CEASE FIRING IMMEDIATELY!

• Keep the firearm pointed in a SAFE direction in the event a
“hang-fire” has occurred. A hang-fire occurs when there is a
delay in a cartridge’s ignition.
• With the pistol pointed in a SAFE direction, wait one (1) full
minute.
• After one (1) full minute has elapsed, completely unload the
firearm by following the unloading instructions in this manual.
• Carefully inspect your ammunition.
• Immediately refer to a qualified gunsmith if the firing pin indent
on a fired cartridge’s primer is light, off-center or does not
exist.
• Retract the slide and and visually check the firing chamber to
be sure there are no obstructions in the barrel. If a barrel
obstruction is detected, a qualified gunsmith must remove the
obstruction and inspect the pistol before it can be fired.

WARNING: If another cartridge is fired into an obstructed barrel,

a catastrophic failure can result. !
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WARNING: Never attempt to fire ammunition that did not fire the
! first time.

If, while firing, you hear a change in the sound a fired cartridge
makes, or feel a change in the amount of recoil of a fired
cartridge, or detect any other irregularity:

CEASE FIRING IMMEDIATELY!

• Keep the firearm pointed in a SAFE direction. A “squib load”
may have occurred. A “squib” occurs when a cartridge fires,
but with insufficient force to drive the bullet out of the barrel.
This can result in a dangerous bore obstruction.

WARNING: If another cartridge is fired into an obstructed barrel,

! a catastrophic failure can result.
• With the gun pointed in a SAFE direction, completely unload the
firearm by following the unloading instructions in this manual.
• Retract the slide and and visually check the firing chamber to
be sure there are no obstructions in the barrel. If a barrel
obstruction is detected, a qualified gunsmith must remove the
obstruction and inspect the pistol before it can be fired.
• Carefully inspect your ammunition.

WARNING: Never attempt to reuse or fire ammunition that did

! not fire the first time. Dispose of unfired or damaged
ammunition properly, per the ammunition manufacturer’s
recommendation.

WARNING: Always unload the firearm immediately after shooting

! is completed. Never store a loaded firearm. To store the pistol
see the paragraph “STORAGE”.

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 FIELD STRIPPING
WARNING: Make sure the pistol is unloaded. If not, unload it
following the “UNLOADING“ procedure.
!
CAUTION: It is recommended to wear protective glasses when
performing the field stripping and the assembly operations.

NOTICE: It is advisable to carry out the field stripping and the

assembly operations over a table to catch components should
they drop.
• Remove the magazine by depressing the magazine release
button (Fig. 10).
• With the finger press the disassembly latch release button
which protrudes from the right side of the pistol (Fig. 18).
While it is held in, rotate the disassembly latch on the left side
of the frame with the thumb clockwise approx. 90° downward
(Fig. 19).
• Pull the slide-barrel assembly with locking block, recoil spring
and spring guide forwards (Fig. 20).
• Slightly press recoil spring and spring guide (Fig. 21).

CAUTION: Spring and spring guide are under tension.

• Lift spring guide and recoil spring, letting the latter stretch
slowly.
• Depress the locking block plunger (Fig. 22).
• Remove the barrel with locking block from the slidex (Fig. 23).

CAUTION: No further disassembly is recommended unless done

by a competent gunsmith.

MAINTENANCE
The firearm should be cleaned as soon as possible after firing.
Use only high-quality, commercially-available firearm cleaning
solvents and cleaning equipment.

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CLEANING
WARNING: Excess oil and grease obstructing the bore, even
! partially, is very dangerous when firing and may cause barrel
rupture and serious injury to the shooter and bystanders. Never
spray or apply oil to the cartridges. Use lubricants properly. You
are responsible for the proper care and maintenance of your
firearm.

BARREL
• Spray the supplied brush with Beretta oil or a good grade gun
oil. Insert the brush into the barrel from the chamber and scrub
the chamber and bore thoroughly. If necessary, first clean the
bore with a gun solvent.
• Dry the chamber and bore by pushing a cotton patch through
the chamber and bore with the brush. Change the patch until it
emerges clean.

CAUTION: Do not push the cleaning brush from the muzzle end
toward the barrel if the barrel is still assembled on the pistol.
Cleaning the barrel from the breech (chamber) end will avoid
damaging the muzzle or bore.

• Clean the locking block with a cotton patch soaked in Beretta

oil or a good grade gun oil. If necessary use the supplied
brush.
• Lightly oil the inside of the barrel by passing through it a clean
cotton patch soaked in Beretta oil or a good grade gun oil.
Lightly oil the locking block and outside of the barrel.

SLIDE
• Clean the slide with a patch and Beretta oil or a good grade gun
oil, paying special attention to the breech face and extractor,
slide rails and underside of the breech. If necessary, use the
supplied brush. Wipe slide surfaces with a clean patch.
• Lightly oil the slide.

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 RECOIL SPRING
Lightly oil the recoil spring with Beretta oil or a good grade gun
oil. After long use it could be necessary to first scour this part
using the supplied brush.

FRAME
• With a cotton patch soaked in Beretta oil or a good grade gun
oil, clean all areas covered by gunpowder residue and dirt.
• Wipe outer frame surfaces clean and lightly lubricate the rails
and moving parts. Lightly oil the disassembly latch, magazine
catch, slide stop, trigger system, hammer, sear and the levers
in front of the hammer.
• Lightly oil the frame.

MAGAZINE
• Make sure the magazine is thoroughly clean and the follower
slides easily downward if pressed.
• If necessary, lightly oil with Beretta oil or a good grade gun oil
the internal walls of the magazine box.

CAUTION: Do not apply excess oil. Accumulation of oil attracts

dirt and dust, which can interfere with the functioning and
reliability of the firearm.

WARNING: Do not attempt to alter the internal parts of your

pistol’s firing mechanism. Alterations to the internal parts can !
result in a very dangerous situation.

WARNING: Altering the internal parts of your pistol’s firing

mechanism voids the manufacturer’s warranty. !

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RE-ASSEMBLY
Assemble the pistol following the Field Stripping procedure in
reverse order. It is advisable to pay attention to the following
points.
• When the barrel and locking block assembly are correctly
inserted into the slide, they should rest securely inside the
slide without movement. (The extractor must lie in its groove in
the barrel).
• The locking block lugs should rest firmly in their seats in the
slide (the locking block plunger should protrude from the
barrel).
• The recoil spring guide head should lodge in the center of its
groove in the locking block.
• When the slide and barrel assembly are placed back on the
frame, the slide/barrel assembly should be pushed beyond the
rear of the frame (or aligned with it) before the disassembly
latch is rotated into its original position (with the disassembly
latch lever parallel to the slide).

STORAGE
WARNING: Store the pistol UNLOADED, magazine empty, manual
! safety engaged and hammer lowered.

WARNING: Store your firearm so that children cannot gain

! access to it. To reduce the risk of accidents involving children,
unload your firearm, lock it and store the ammunition in a
separate locked location.

CAUTION: It is recommended to store the firearm in the supplied

case. Before storage, always check the conditions of the pistol
and its case. Make sure that they are perfectly dry.

CAUTION: Do not store your pistol in a leather, fabric or canvas

holster or case. These materials attract moisture, even though
they may appear to be perfectly dry.
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 INTERCHANGEABLE SIGHTS
92/98/96 Steel I Beretta pistols are equipped with
interchangeable sights. The front sight and the Novak rear sight
feature the 3-dot sight system. The rear sight is .290 inches
(7.36mm) tall. The height of the front sight varies between
pistols as each is fitted at the factory during the targeting and
accuracy testing.

WARNING: Make sure the pistol is unloaded. If not, unload it

following the “UNLOADING THE PISTOL” procedure. !
NOTICE: Contact a qualified gunsmith to remove the rear sight.
• Disassemble the slide from the frame. (See paragraph “FIELD
STRIPPING”)

CAUTION: Spring and spring guide are under tension.

• Tighten the slide assembly in a vise, in a horizontal orientation,
with the right side facing upwards, leaving the rear sight end
free.

CAUTION: It is recommended to cover the jaws of the vise with

some felt or other soft material in order to avoid damage to the
finish of the slide assembly. Do not tighten the vise excessively.
Excess pressure could deform the slide assembly.

• Loosen the set screw on the rear sight with the 1.5mm
hexagonal key.
• Using a brass (or other soft material) punch, drift out the rear
sight by lightly tapping with a hammer until it is completely
removed. (The rear sight must be drifted out from the right to
the left side of the slide).
• Insert the new rear sight in the dovetail seat and gently tap it
into place until it is centered. (The rear sight must be inserted
from the left to the right side of the slide).
• Tighten the set screw (if present) on the rear sight with the
1.5mm hexagonal key.
• Reassemble the slide assembly onto the pistol.
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HOW TO ADJUST THE TRIGGER

(TRIGGER ADJUSTMENT FEATURE – ONLY ON 92/98/96
STEEL I SINGLE ACTION ONLY MODELS)

WARNING: Make sure the pistol is unloaded. If not, unload it

! following the “UNLOADING THE PISTOL” procedure.

HOW TO ADJUST THE TRIGGER OVERTRAVEL

• Disassemble the pistol ( see paragraph FIELD STRIPPING).
• With the 1.5 mm hexagonal key unscrew (counter-clockwise)
the lower set screw on the frame to increase the trigger
overtravel and viceversa. (Fig. 24)

HOW TO ADJUST THE TRIGGER EXTRA SHORT LET-OFF

(PRETRAVEL)
• Disassemble the pistol ( see paragraph FIELD STRIPPING).
• With the 1.5 mm hexagonal key unscrew (counter-clockwise)
the upper set screw on the frame to increase the trigger extra
short let-off (pretravel) and viceversa. (Fig. 25)

HOW TO REVERSE THE

MAGAZINE RELEASE BUTTON
(FOR LEFT-HANDED SHOOTERS)
WARNING: Make sure the pistol is unloaded. If not, unload it
following the “UNLOADING THE PISTOL” procedure.

CAUTION: This operation should be carried out by a gunsmith.

• Remove the magazine by pushing the magazine release button.
(Fig. 10)
• With a 2 mm hexagonal key, unscrew (counter-clockwise) the
hex head grip screws and remove them, taking care not to lose
the grip screw washers.
• Press the back (flat side) of the magazine release button down
and away. The magazine release assembly will then drop out.

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 • Reverse the magazine release button and insert the button in
position tilting it slightly.
• Holding the button (flat side) of the magazine release assembly
firmly in place, press its flat side side and push it until it clicks
into place. The operation is done correctly when the magazine
slides easily into its housing.
• Reassemble grips with screws.

TROUBLESHOOTING
MALFUNCTION PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY
Mis-introduction of Defective cartridge Inspect and
a cartridge into replace cartridge
the chamber
Mis-fire Defective cartridge Pull the trigger
once more or
replace cartridge
Mis-extraction or Dirty cartridge Clean and
defective extraction chamber lubricate cartridge
chamber
Defective or dirty Replace or clean
ammunition cartridges
Dirt under the Clean the
extractor extractor seat

WARNING: Do not attempt to make repairs to any firearm

without proper knowledge or training. Do not alter parts or use !
substitute parts not made by Beretta. Any alterations or
adjustments that may be necessary to the operating mechanism
should be performed by the Manufacturer or by its Local Official
Distributor.

NOTICE: There are numerous Beretta special parts and

accessories that allow the personalization of your pistol. To
request this extensive line of parts and accessories, please
contact your local Beretta dealer.
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WARRANTY AND EXTENSION

OF THE WARRANTY REPAIR
PERIOD
The Warranty and extension of the Warranty repair period is
packed with your new Beretta firearm. Please refer to the
WARRANTY and the instructions given on it in case Warranty
service is required.

NOTICE: Wholesalers, dealers or gunsmiths (unless they are a

Repair Station authorized by the Manufacturer and/or by its
Local Official Distributors) are not authorized to make any
Warranty repair or adjustment on behalf of the Manufacturer.

NOTICE: The Warranty is effective only for the original retail

purchaser of the firearm.

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Fig. 18

Fig. 20 Fig. 21

Fig. 22 Fig. 23

Fig. 25

Fig. 24

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Le illustrazioni e descrizioni di questo opuscolo si intendono fornite a titolo
indicativo. La Casa si riserva pertanto il diritto di apportare ai suoi modelli, in
qualsiasi momento e senza preavviso, quelle modifiche che ritenesse utili per
migliorarli o per qualsiasi esigenza di carattere costruttivo e commerciale.

The illustrations and descriptions given in this brochure are intended as a general
guide only, and must not be taken as binding. The Company, therefore, reserves
the right to make, at any moment and without prior notice, any changes it thinks
necessary to improve its models or to meet any requirements of manufacturing or
commercial nature.

Les illustrations et les descriptions contenues dans ce prospectus ne sont

données qu’à titre indicatif. La Maison se réserve le droit de modifier, à tout
moment et sans préavis, ses modèles pour les améliorer ou pour n’importe quelle
exigence de caractère constructif et commercial.

Las ilustraciones y descripciones de este folleto tienen un valor puramente

indicativo. La Casa se reserva por lo tanto el derecho de aportar a sus modelos,
en todo momento y sin previo aviso, cuantas modificaciones considere útiles al fin
de mejorarlos o por cualquier exigencia de construcción o de oportunidad
comercial.

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