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Bersa
Model 85
Bersa Pistol 85 .380 Auto Variant-2
Scale To:
Gun Dimensions Width:1.44-in
Length:6.63-in Height:No Data
Barrel:3.5-in Weight:30.5-oz
Variant 2 of 2
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (90 grain bullet)88650
  • Recoil Factor (90 grain bullet)1.81 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity13 rounds
  • ConcealabilityGood
  • Defense Factor64%
Gun Specifications
Type:Pistol
Produced:1986 - 1994
Caliber:.380 Auto
Action:blowback operated semi-auto
Trigger:double-action (DA/SA)
Safety:slide mounted decock/hammer block
Magazine:12-round
Frame:nickel plated steel
Grip:walnut
Sights:low profile blade and notch
Notes:
Manufacturer
Bersa SA
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Gun Value
MSRP:$387.00Used Est:$365.00
Last Update:6/13/2023
About the Gun

The Bersa Model 85 pistol is basically a hi-capacity variant of their single-stack Model 83. Bersa widened the grip and magazine well to accommodate hi-cap double-stack magazine. Widening the grip makes the Model 85 about a half inch thicker than the Model 83, and about 6 ounces heavier.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .380 Automatic
Alias: 9mm Browning Short
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:90 grains
MV:985 ft/sec ME:194 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

Designed by John Browning and introduced by Fabrique Nationale of Belgium, this cartridge has achieved world-wide acceptance and has even been adopted as the standard pistol cartridge by several governments. One reason for the round's success is that it is the largest practical cartridge that can be easily adapted to small automatic pocket pistols. Ballistics fall far short of even the 9mm Luger, but still prove adequate for most self-defense situations. The round has established quite a niche position in this role, often being chosen over more traditional small calibers such as the .25 and .32 Autos.

User Rating
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User Comments

5 of 5 Stars
fun to shoot
By Tom on 09 Dec 2019
I had a plastic .380 and hated shooting it. I bought one of these (I have 2 now) and I love shooting it. It's easy to stay on target with much lower recoil and I can actually hit something with it. If you have large hands like me, don't hesitate to buy one.