Introduced in 2006, the Beretta M9A1 is an upgraded version of the classic Beretta M9 pistol used by US soldiers since the mid-1980s. While the M9 pistol was a workhorse, it certainly had room for more modern improvements. Most of the requested improvements came directly from soldier reports in places like Iraq and Afghanistan.
Beretta responded with some smart updates: they added a MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rail under the barrel for lights and lasers, gave the grip a more aggressive texture for better control (gloves or no gloves), and beefed up its finish to withstand corrosive environments. Crucially, the M9A1 kept the same dependable double-action/single-action (DA/SA) system and familiar handling that made the M9 so trustworthy in the first place.
Holsters for the Beretta 91A1 | |||
MTR Custom Small of the Back Holster  | MTR Custom Adversary IWB Holster  | MTR Custom Slimline Tuckable IWB Model  | MTR Custom Slimline Deluxe Full-Size Pancake Holster  |
MTR Custom Belt Scabbard Holster  | MTR Custom Dual Purpose Holster  | MTR Custom Crossdraw Holster  | MTR Customer Deluxe Full-Size Quick Snap Holster  |
MTR Custom Paddle Holster  | MTR Custom Vertical Deluxe Full-Size Quick Snap Holster  | MTR Custom Deluxe Full-Size Pancake Holster  | MTR Custom Pancake Belt Slide  |
MTR Tuckable Adversary IWB Holster  | |||
While the M9A1 wasn’t adopted across every branch, it did gain some traction with specialized units, especially within the U.S. Marine Corps. It also found a following within the civilian market for buyers looking for a proven home defense pistol or those looking for a soft shooting 9mm for range use.
Beretta 92A1 Holsters
Given the overall size of the 92-A1, this pistol’s most popular holster styles are outside the waistband or belt holster models. Paddle holsters are another popular holster option with their emphasis on easy-on and off.
While plenty of IWB holster options exist for this Beretta model, it’s a bit on the large side for concealed carry. This semi-auto pistol can be carried IWB but it’s more challenging to hide compared to a smaller CCW pistol like a Sig P365 or even a Glock 19.
Beretta 92A1 holster with light
Since the 92A1 features a Picatinny rail (also called a light rail), some shooters mount a weapon light on the rail. Finding a holster that fits an A1 with a pistol light mounted can be a challenge in these situations.
Most of the holsters (both IWB and OWB) shown above can be configured to fit a 92A1 with a light mounted. The weapon lights currently supported include Surefire, Streamlight, and Olight.
Holster for a 92A1 with a Threaded Barrel
Although the 92A1 is not equipped with a threaded barrel from Beretta, several aftermarket companies offer an aftermarket threaded barrel for this pistol. A 92A1 with a threaded barrel won’t fit into a gun holster made for a model without a threaded barrel.
In these situations, you would need to purchase a holster built to accommodate an A1 model with an aftermarket threaded barrel. Fortunately, most of the leather holsters displayed above can be ordered in a version to fit a 92-A1 with a threaded barrel.
FAQS
Here are some commonly asked questions associated with holsters for a Beretta 92A1 pistol:
Will a 92A1 fit a gun holster made for the standard Beretta M9?
The answer is no, and here’s why:
- The 92A1 has a round trigger guard, whereas the trigger guard design on the traditional M9 pistols is more squared.
- The frame on the 92A1 is slightly wider than the frame on a 92.
- The M9 does not have a Picatinny rail, whereas the 92A1 does have a rail. The Picatinny rail on the 92A1 won’t fit into a holster made for a 92.
Can a 92A1 fit in a holster made for a Beretta M9A1?
Unfortunately, due to slight differences in the frame and overall size, a 92A1 won’t fit into an M9A1 holster. The primary issue is the differences in the trigger guards between the two models. The M9A1 has a squared trigger guard, while the 92A1 has the more traditional rounded trigger guard.
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