This document is a user manual for a pistol.
This manual provides safety guidelines and operational instructions for Beretta Series 81 pistols, including models 83F, 84F, 85F, 87BB. It details handling procedures, safety features like manual safety and firing pin safety, and technical specs such as caliber, length, and weight. The document emphasizes safe firearm use and storage to prevent accidents.
The pistol operates on a blow-back principle and includes features such as a slide catch, reversible magazine release (on 84F), and special sights for accuracy. Safety rules cover handling, storage, and environmental conditions to ensure safe use.
| Caliber | 9 mm short, 22 LR |
|---|---|
| Operation | semi-automatic, blow-back |
| Length | 172 mm to 225 mm |
| Weight (with empty mag.) | 660 gr to 620 gr |
| Barrel Length | 97 mm to 150 mm |
| Magazine Capacity | 13 rounds (84F), 8 rounds (85F, 87BB), 7 rounds (83F) |
The 84F model holds 13 rounds, while 85F, 87BB, and 83F models hold 8, 8, and 7 rounds respectively.
It operates on a blow-back principle, where the slide recoils upon firing to extract and eject the cartridge, cock the hammer, and then feed the next round.