Any experience with a Beretta PX4 Storm?

[Joe L]

I have an ex-military friend who wants a carry gun similar in function but not weight to his Beretta 92.  I don't know anything about Beretta's, but a little research produced some positive comments about the PX4 Storm.  I have one old friend who has one, and i believe I even shot it once many years ago.  What I remember from that was that the DA trigger pull was double digit. 

The rotating barrel and lugged lock up caught my interest from an accuracy standpoint, so much that I thought a little more investigation was warranted.  So, anyone have any comments about the PX4? 

Joe L

[Gunnerdad80]

I bought one new in the early 2010’s and liked it. I wasn’t into guns as much then as I am now so I didn’t appreciate it as much. The PX4 Storm and Ruger P95 are two pistols I wish I would’ve kept. Both somewhat ugly but extremely reliable. If you can find one at a decent price it would be worth picking up, imo. They are reasonably easy to repair, and I believe parts are still readily available, IF you ever need any.

[MeatAxe]

I have heard that the Beretta PX4 is an excellent DA / SA pistol — Langdon Tactical apparently swears by them and provides a number of custom upgrades to that platform.

However, IMO, it is one of the goofiest looking handguns around, almost as goofy as the HK VP70 (which is so goofy looking that it’s actually cool, despite having a staple gun-like trigger). But the PX4 is just moderately goofy-looking, which is not cool enough, IMO.

Some people venerate the old HK P7 “cock squeezer” but they are extremely goofy-looking, about on par with a Glock as far as general fugliness. But not quite fugly enough to be “cool” like the VP70.

My gun’s gotta look sexy!!! That’s why I’m currently looking at the “John Wick” HK P30. Chicks dig ‘em!

But whoever’s in charge of aesthetics in the plastique gun department at Beretta is more than a little bit off… they must have got him from the styling department at Daihatsu…The PX4, the ARX rifle and the CX4 PCC all look like they came off the set of the original Star Trek…😒

[Joe L]

Thanks, gentlemen.  My friend is probably more interested in operation similar to his 92 than looks.  I want him to get the PX4 because I am interested in seeing how the barrel lock up design works.   

[Rmach]

I think the lockup is identical to the Grand Power handguns. I had a Grand Power Xcalibur that never had a problem and was very accurate.

[crager67]

they are on my list to grab if found at the right price/time. they are a little large for CCW for me but would make a great addition to the range gun line up.

[Claymore504]

Great pistol for sure. Tell him to look to Langdon Tactical for either a custom pistol, or parts to customize one. A plus with the PX4 is Beretta supports it very well with OEM parts and mags easily had.

[Gunnerdad80]

they are on my list to grab if found at the right price/time. they are a little large for CCW for me but would make a great addition to the range gun line up.

Same here.

[RSR]

I think the lockup is identical to the Grand Power handguns. I had a Grand Power Xcalibur that never had a problem and was very accurate.

No, they're actually quite different in practical implementation of the action.  Both rotary, but that's about where it ends.

Thanks, gentlemen.  My friend is probably more interested in operation similar to his 92 than looks.  I want him to get the PX4 because I am interested in seeing how the barrel lock up design works.   

Yes, manual of arms/safety use is similar, but that's about where it ends...

[AMM]

I owned and carried a PX 4 compact for about three years. I found it to be a very fine pistol and never had a malfunction.  I sold it only because, for me, the CZ P01 was a more natural pointer and I could consistently shoot tighter groups with the CZ. But to be clear, that was very personal. My brother (who trained extensively on a 92 FS and M9s) grouped tighter with the Beretta on a consistent basis. 

I belive that a PX 4 should serve your friend well.

Cheers

[Hillbilly357]

One of the most underrated hand guns that I ever used. With the "Trigger Job in a Bag", it is really smooth!
Mine is a 40 S&W.

[Joe L]

Thanks, everyone.  I have passed your comments on to my friend, and he is looking for a PX4 to try/buy now.  I am pretty sure I will get to see it and shoot it for myself next trip to New Mexico.  He lives across the street and he might want to go to the range with me next visit. 

Joe L

[Ron IL]

I had a full sized PX4.  It is a very good quality gun and a huge following of people.  The grip was too bulky for me and did not naturally point.  I traded it for a 92fs.  Same thing.  Great gun but too bulky.  I have a 1911 that when I bring it up it is pointed at my target so I know they are out there.  I swapped my Beretta for a Sig 320 compact and was a little better.  But just didn't shoot it as good as I wanted.  I ended up swapping for a CZ P01 omega.  Now that one works for me as good as a 1911.  It is a keeper.  No more searching.  I did also keep my Sig 365 for carry.  It shoots good for me.  There is a gun out there for everyone.  You just have to find it.  Whatever I get has to have a smooth trigger.  No safety blades in the trigger.  They make my finger sore.  I do like a double/single trigger system  Great for carry.

[Joe L]

Thanks, Ron.  My friend is a big fellow, loves the fit of the 92, he just wanted something similar but smaller and lighter.  The PX4 might be just fine for him.  I told him to find one to try on for size before buying.  To be honest, I'm kind of interested in one myself!  Maybe I will get to shoot his, should he choose to buy one. 
Joe

[jwc007]

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