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Manufacturer
	Fabbrica D' Armi Pietro Beretta SpA More Info

About the Gun

The M9-22 is a rimfire replica of the Beretta M9 (essentially a Beretta 92FS), designed for low-cost training and recreational shooting while mimicking the M9’s operation, controls, and takedown procedure. Produced under Beretta’s license by Umarex, not directly by Beretta’s Italian factories, which has led to mixed user feedback regarding quality control.

Production

The exact introduction date is not well-documented, but it became prominent in the civilian market in the 2000s for training and recreational use.

Market value

The MSRP for this gun is around $399 to $449. A used gun in 95% condition (minimal wear, well-maintained) is estimated to be valued at approximately $320 to $400.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	.22 LR
Alias:	.22 Long Rifle
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Analysis

The M9-22 is engineered to closely replicate the M9’s ergonomics, weight, and controls, including the ambidextrous safety/decocker, slide release, and magazine release, making it an effective training tool for M9 users. It uses a blowback action, typical for .22LR pistols, rather than the short-recoil, falling-block system of the 9mm M9, but retains the DA/SA trigger mechanism. It is ideal for affordable training, plinking, or introducing new shooters to the M9 platform due to the low recoil and cost of .22LR ammunition.