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Does the Vertec accept the same magazines as the 92fs?I posted about the 92FS Vertec Inox in a different thread and was requested to post some pics. Figured this was a reasonable thread to semi-revive instead of getting off topic on the other thread....
So preface by saying I'm a beretta 92 fan. Yes I am aware about the frequent disdain for open slides, slide-mounted safety, large grip, heavy weight, etc.....still I love the beretta 92. Partly because when I was young one growing up in the 1980s this gun was the bee's knees and everyone wanted one. I recall my dad bringing one home and I was in awe, so it has a dear place in my heart. I still have his original 92fs unmodified and barely shot. It's one of the first produced 92fs models. I also dig the 92 because you can chamber a round without a magazine by just dropping it into the chamber and closing the slide.....the extractor is designed to just jump right over the casing like no big deal....most guns wouldn't like this maneuver!
IMO the most annoying aspects of the 92 design is the fixed front sight. For this reason my favorite models are the 92A1. The brigadier models seem nice but I never acquired one because it's tough to find holsters and also it feels substantially heavier in my hand.
FS recently got some 92fs vertec inox models which apparently Beretta is again producing for some limited period of time. I had never shot a vertec so I was interested. Basically the vertec is a "modernized" version including dovetailed front sight, pic rail, flush barrel (slightly shorter at 4.7"), bevelled magwell and a substantially smaller grip. I heard something about Beretta trying to make their gun appeal to those with smaller hands and tried to push the vertec as a duty gun....from what I can tell it never really took off, likely because so many polymer guns beat it hands down when it comes to pure functionality.
First off, the vertec inox looks incredible. Currently it's bone stock, but the photos show just how much shorter the grip is compared to standard 92fs. The grip "hump" is absent so the vertec has a straight grip akin to 1911 style. From shooting the vertec I can say with some conviction that the vertec feels and shoots very differently than it's 92fs cousin. The LOP is considerably shorter. I have larger hands so I enjoy the standard 92 grip size, but the vertec feels more like a glock 19 or M&P with medium backstrap....basically it no longer feels like a 2"x4" in my hand.
The balance of the 92fs vertec is different as well....it's more nose-heavy, likely due to added pic rail. I'm convinced this is why they chopped the barrel from 4.9 to 4.7"...to help this issue. Regardless it's not crazy nose-heavy, but noticeably more than a standard 92fs.
In terms of shooting, the vertec is awesome. It's good enough for me to hit 6" plates at 25 yards fairly quickly (and I am no pro shooter). Another perk is the POI barely changes when shooting different loads or bullet weights...I'm convinced this is due to the lack of tilting barrel so the bullet trajectory isn't affected by slide cycling.
Standard modifications I make to each beretta include a wilson combat 16lb main spring, wilson combat trigger conversion unit (return spring), steel trigger, plastic recoil buffer and elite hammer. These mods are pending for the vertec. Usually I put a wilson combat short-reach-trigger too. In the case of the vertec I will put a standard steel trigger as the LOP doesn't need to be any shorter for me.
Some of the nicest touches of the vertec include the bevelled magwell (which does actually make a difference), dovetailed front sight and pic rail. The inox finish is awesome.
FS is selling it currently for $699 which is an awesome deal. In a state where people routinely drop over $700 on a plastic glock, this vertec inox is an absolute gem (don't get me wrong I love glocks too). If you're looking for something new or you've avoiding the beretta 92 because either 1. fixed front sight, 2. lack of pic rail or 3. it never fit your hand, then give the vertec inox some consideration!
Here are some pics....comparing to standard 92fs model so the grip difference can be seen.
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You compare it to the G19, so does it feel a little thinner or is it just the lack of "backstrap hump"?
Does the Vertec accept the same magazines as the 92fs?
looks very nice. i paid 530 i think at four seasons for my regular 92FS....i wish i grabbed the inox... WC makes some really nice work including a magwell piece....
are those grips available via Beretta now?
What I want to know is can I get just a slide. I have a mint all inox (including controls)92. The only thing I hate is the fixed front sight.
Can I just get a new brig. Inox slide for my old 92?
Been looking for a Brigadier for a few years.....glad to hear they may be back.
What I want to know is can I get just a slide. I have a mint all inox (including controls)92. The only thing I hate is the fixed front sight.
Can I just get a new brig. Inox slide for my old 92?
Ever ask a smith to cut one ? Maybe labor and front site will cost less?
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Does anyone know if the screw holes on the vertex grip line up with the ones on the 92?
Yup holes are the same but grips arent interchangeable unless youre handy w a dremel
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Here are some pics....comparing to standard 92fs model so the grip difference can be seen.
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