Beretta Pico

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Beretta Pico
Type Pistol
Place of origin  United States
Production history
Manufacturer Beretta
Specifications
Weight 11.5 ounces (330 g) (unloaded)
Length 5.1 inches (130 mm)
Barrel length 2.7 inches (69 mm)

Cartridge .380 ACP
Action Double Action Only
Feed system 6-round + 1 box magazine
Sights Iron sights

The Beretta Pico is a small, semi-automatic pistol intended for concealed carry.

Design

Specifications

The Beretta Pico shoots .380 ACP cartridges[1] which are smaller and lighter than the comparable 9×19mm Parabellum.

The Beretta Pico measures 5.1 inches in length, 4 inches in height, and 0.725 inches in width;[1] barrel length is 2.7 inches and the pistol weighs 11.5 ounces unloaded.[1] The Pico is a Double Action Only (DAO) pistol. The frame of the gun is made of polymer.[1] The slide is made mostly from stainless steel, with the exception of the iron sights. The Pico's magazine holds 6 rounds; one additional round can be held in the chamber.

Features

The Berreta Pico's release trigger is available on both sides of the gun, having an ambidexterous use. The Iron Sights can be removed and replaced with the use of a 1.5 mm hex key

Accessories

The frame of the handgun is available to purchase in multiple colors. Holsters have also been developed for the Beretta Pico by several companies, most noticeably by Berreta, the authorized manufacturers of the handgun.

Uses

The Pico was designed for self-defense.

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