[Bubba]

Anyone ever handled one of these guys? I know they have mixed reviews, but I was wondering if anyone out there has actually held one.

 

[joe sixpack]

i have to admit i have never even seen one in person.

i heard they run in the mid 300's these days if you can find one i wanted to look for one but not even used ones are to be found in my area.

 

[Bubba]

I have heard Gander Mountain is carrying them for 350. I called the store near me and they said they were out, but were getting more in a shipment....which I find hard to believe because I dont think they are in production anymore.

 

[paulrabe78]

Gunbroker.com has a few new ones in the $400-450 range.

 

[Los Adaes]

Bubba, my local dealer has a 9mm for $350 and I have seen them at local (south Louisiana) shows for about the same. I have owned one and IMO you will never be able to buy another new centerfire Beretta this cheap again. You also receive 2 hicap 12rnd mags, one with a cool finger rest that extends or retracts flush. I also like the ability to carry it cocked and locked or to sweep the safety higher and decock the hammer. IMO the 9000 is a beautiful high quality pistol. Now the downside, this is a gun you really need to hold in your hand before buying. The grip seems to be either love or hate, it's not exactly a big grip but more of a fat grip. The safety/ decocker is stiff from the factory, it will loosen with use. I love an openslide pistol, but in a compact the 9000 doesn't give you a lot of grasping area for racking the slide and that is why I no longer own one. Hope this helps.

 

[Bubba]

what part of LA? I do some work out that way so I may be able to check it out.

thanks

 

[Los Adaes]

My local dealer is Gatorguns in Sulphur. Richard or John are very knowledgeable and wiil be able to help you. Their # is 337-527-9885