M1934 Beretta

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	Weapon: M1934 Beretta Type: Semi-Automatic Pistol Country of Origin: Italy Year Adopted: 1934 Overall Length (mm): 152.0 Overall Length (in): 5.98 Weight (kg): 0.66 Weight (pounds): 1.46

The Beretta M1934 is an Italian semi-automatic pistol designed and produced by Beretta in the early 1930s. Chambered in .380 ACP (9mm Corto), it was designed for the Italian military and quickly became the standard sidearm for the Italian Army during World War II.

Adopted in 1934, the Beretta M1934 was used extensively by Italian forces in various theaters of war. Its simple blowback design and compact size made it reliable and easy to carry, especially in the rugged environments of North Africa where Italian troops fought against the British.

The Beretta M1934 is known for its robust construction and reliability. Even after World War II, the pistol continued to serve in the Italian military and police forces. It remains a popular collector's item due to its historical significance and solid design.