m1943

I've never held a Steyr M9A1 in my hands, I understand that departures from the original Steyr M9 are mainly cosmetic. I wouldn't compare the Beretta M9 to the Steyr M9; they are guns of a different class and purspose. Steyr is smaller, lighter, and is a sort of a single action/internal striker mechanism. It can be carried with a mechanical manual safety in the "on" position, sort of a "cocked and locked" type mode. Unlike a Glock, I repeat, it has a real, mechanical, manually operated safety, with both "on" and "off" positions. It is very convenient and adds to my piece of mind. I own both the Beretta FS92/M9 pistol as well as the original Steyr M9. They are both excellent. I tend to do better with the Steyr. It would be my choice for carry. Beretta is a full size military gun. I am currently in the process of adding a threaded bbl with a heavy full-profile compensator. I have 20 and 30 round mags to run it on, as well as the original 15 and 17 round. Basically, I look at it as a heavy artillery piece, while the Steyr is light, compact, effective hand gun. Very accurate and reliable one, too. I like it much more then the Glock, though Glocks are easier to find parts and accepsories for, no doubt. In other words, Steyr is one of those best-kept secrets in handgun world. Sorry for the long answer, just had a lot to say on this topic.