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The Beretta 950 Jetfire is a simple [[blowback]] pistol with a single action [[trigger]] mechanism. It is fitted with a [[Receiver (firearms)|frame]] mounted thumb [[safety]]. The frame is made out of [[aluminium]] [[alloy]], the [[Pistol Slide|slide]] and [[barrel]] are [[carbon]] [[steel]]. |
The Beretta 950 Jetfire is a simple [[blowback]] pistol with a single action [[trigger]] mechanism. It is fitted with a [[Receiver (firearms)|frame]] mounted thumb [[safety]]. The frame is made out of [[aluminium]] [[alloy]], the [[Pistol Slide|slide]] and [[barrel (firearms)|barrel]] are [[carbon]] [[steel]]. |
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Revision as of 16:09, 21 July 2004
The Beretta 950 Jetfire is a semi-automatic pistol designed and manufactured by Beretta.
History
The Beretta 950 Jetfire builds on a long line of small and compact pocket pistols for self defense manufactured by Beretta. The 950 Jetfire is based on very early Beretta pistols, the goal was to create a very simple and reliable pocket pistol.
Specifications
The Beretta 950 Jetfire is a simple blowback pistol with a single action trigger mechanism. It is fitted with a frame mounted thumb safety. The frame is made out of aluminium alloy, the slide and barrel are carbon steel.
Intended market
The Beretta 950 Jetfire is a backup, self defense pistol that appeals to ladies, undercover agents and police officers.
Design advantages
Simple and small, very easy to conceal. Last resort pistol. Inexpensive, very easy to maintain. Well build.
Limitations
The .25 ACP cartridge is too anemic to stop large attackers. The safety system is very basic. The accuracy of the pistol is only adequate at short ranges.
Technical data
- Type: Beretta 950 Jetfire
- Trigger system: Single-action only
- Caliber: .25 ACP
- Capacity: 8 rounds
- Frame material: Aluminium light alloy
- Slide and barrel material: Carbon steel
- Grip material: Plastic
- Barrel length: 60 mm
- Length: 120 mm
- Height: 87 mm
- Width: 23 mm
- Weight: 280 g
- Safeties: Frame mounted safety.
- Magazine release: Lower grip heel.
- Production years: 1996 - present day.
- Production locations: Beretta Italy, Beretta USA
See also: Beretta Mini Pistols, List of firearms