Beretta 92S Upgrades

[@Lokgrips]

Great video and good to hear you like the grips! Thanks

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thank you!

[@jamesboothjr8783]

I am so glad you showed the trigger problem at the end too many would address it in another video. Thank you for adding this information to this video.

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thank you James. I did end up getting the regular power spring, and it works just fine. I did end up posting a video about that.

[@gadsdenjim8785]

You should use those o-rings because they stop the screws from ever vibrating lose because they absorb the vibrations.

[@frankbutta9344]

I bought an M9 about two months ago, and replaced a LOT of parts. I had a Wilson Combat 12# mainspring that made the DA crazy light, and did ignite primers, but I switched in a Beretta D spring. My Lyman gauge consistently reads 7lb 6oz to 7lbs 10oz, and I have confidence in it. Thanks for sharing!

[@LoadsofBacon]

12# does sound pretty light. They're pretty good shooters, but I bet with the 12# you didn't have to pull or squeeze the trigger - you just had to think it, and the gun would fire.

[@HNXMedia]

I'm "locked in" on those LOK Grips! Have been looking for something like that for ages for my 92s! Will be ordering some. THANK YOU!

[@rwcraver]

A 92S is on my wish list. I love the open barrel look. I want an Inox with a black barrel.

[@subterfusion4005]

Nice work. Its easy to see youve been working on firearms for a while. Just got a 92S and its only a few hundred serial numbers off from yours, same U,Z series. They are in really good shape.

[@OzarkSpirit]

LOB we appreciate your service. I grew up next to Little Rock AFB and had family and many friends whose moms and dads served in the Air Force.

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thanks!

[@MrPAULONEAL]

It's not even in Little Rock...lol.

[@jonathanoakley88]

My wilson combat TCU works way better than the stock spring and i dont have that gritty reset issue. The whole wilson combat spring kit makes a night and day difference! Its amazing. Easy pistol to work on too, thank you for the instructional video it was a massive help!

[@rodriguez9497]

Do you have the spring kit number? For website search

[@larryratliff2215]

Bought all the same upgrades to include the USAF (black and blue) Lok Grips and a skeletonized hammer. The only problem I ran into was the magazine release button roll pin. Tried re-using the original roll pin and it bent trying to reinstall it. Ended up drilling button and mag release to 1/16 and installing a 1/16 roll pin. Now I'm just waiting for my Lok grips to get here. But great gun, came with new slide and barrel and frame had very minimal wear.

[@LoadsofBacon]

Outstanding

[@zenadventurer69]

Excellent video for the most part. Indeed, the lock washers/bushings are necessary to keep tension on the screws so they don’t loosen and back out on their own.

[@christopherflesner8095]

Those grips look amazing. A great gun that I still need to add to my collection.

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thank you Christopher! I've been very happy with this Beretta, and I still see them for sale for ~$300.

[@georgejohnsmith]

Excellent video! It demonstrates nicely the dangers of home tuning.

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thanks George!

[@georgejohnsmith]

I am sorry I did not compliment the new grips, they look terrific on the Beretta. But you knew that already. :-)

[@LoadsofBacon]

Not what I normally think of when I hear of a "blued gun", but I'm enjoying them

[@christianlight8511]

Funny, I'm also an Air Force veteran and I just bought the same LOK grips with the Air Force symbol for my 92S I picked up a while back (except mine are FDE). I also carried the M9 when I was security forces so I have a certain fondness for the 92 series. I appreciate the how to on replacing the hammer spring as I'm waiting on mine to arrive from Brownells and I wasn't sure how much different it would be from the 92FS.

[@LoadsofBacon]

I custom ordered these grips from him and I encouraged him to add grips for each of the branches to his catalogue. I'm glad to see it's a standard offering now. The spring replacement is pretty easy as long as you have the right punches.

[@WMMASceneNow]

Christian Light AF Security Forces vet as well. Seriously looking at a 92.

[@spacebear49]

I put a 13# "D" hammer spring in mine and it feels amazing. Probably would replace the recoil spring too, on a pistol that old. Awesome grips, I'm an AF vet as well.

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thanks! I thought about the recoil spring but I'm convinced the barrel, slide and spring were brand new. Since I made this video I've shot this a fair amount and had zero issue.

[@Dharmanarchist]

I own two of these. I found grips on Amazon of all places. "Cool Hand" makes grips specifically for the 92S and I used new Hogue grip screws also available on Amazon. They fit perfectly. They are great guns to shoot, make sure you not only clean the pistols before using but also the magazines - mine were almost comically filthy, I don't think Luigi the Italian police officer ever cleaned them.

[@LoadsofBacon]

That's great info; thanks! I think the one magazine that came with mine was brand new.

[@Laotzu.Goldbug]

Fallschirm I'm wondering how the long-term quality and durability of those grips has been for you. I'm thinking of picking up a pair myself if I hear some more good things.

[@fogodechao]

Finally, how to change a hammer spring on a Beretta 92S!

[@LoadsofBacon]

I know what you mean - I looked all over for a 92S hammer spring video. Hope it helps, and thanks for the comment!

[@peter455sd]

Feels good to have a gun with the marks of your branch,gives a sense that you earned the weapon,carry with pride !

[@nickl1682]

I hate when that happens . This reminds when I 21 years and just purchased at s/w 5906 9 mil . It shot great till I took it apart to clean . I had to bring it back where I purchased from in a paper brown bag . I can still here them laughing at me. Some thing you just never forget . Nice video .

[@elvisammo]

Look at it this way brother Nick L ...Their either all miserable now or no longer around!!! he he : ) 😜

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thanks Nick! I have plenty of those types of stories. One that comes to mind - I did some minor electrical work on a truck I had just bought. I turned the key to check my work, and nothing happened. After several confused minutes of checking things, I tried to turn on the headlights. The lights didn't turn on, but the engine did crank. Sometimes that's how life goes...

[@nickl1682]

elvis ammo we all learn the hard way . My long lost brother

[@jsdima9113]

Thank God I found your video. I just started a new job a couple months ago and I got paid a few days ago. I’ve always wanted a Beretta 92, but I just don’t want to shell out $500-$600 for one. I saw Bud’s gun shop and Classic Firearms having the old 92S for $299. I’m really really tempted to buy one, but the one thing I didn’t like on them was the low sights (can’t really do much about them since the frontsight is machined onto the slide) and that half the grip is checkered. Both of those things can be changed by practice with the gun and changing out the grips. I’m looking for top to bottom checkering and maybe rubberized grip. Thank you for shouting out LOKgrips because I just checked their site and they offer grips for the 92S. May cost extra, but hey! They have grips for the gun!

[@LoadsofBacon]

I've been very happy with mine so far. It was good out of the box, but the new grips are awesome. The sights aren't premium, but they are sufficient. I ended up painting part if the front sight with some bright orange paint. There wasn't much area to paint, but it did seem to help.

[@CyclingDinosaur]

Italian Police Pocket Fuzz... that was funny. Thanks for the upgrade ideas and the how-to video. I have a 92S and I love it so these could make me love it more.

[@LoadsofBacon]

It is a great shooter, and the price is right too

[@richardsveum8452]

use all of the rubber washers or the grip screws will back out.

[@walterminer4990]

Very fine job!

[@fuzzo4475]

I was thinking about picking one of these up and having it coated with stainless steel Cerakote. That would look fantastic if you ask me. Awesome video.

[@barrystarr22]

I used the Wilson Combat spring set for 24 bucks at most places and it had 5 springs to replace the originals with and after putting the new spring kit the difference was amazing! It shoots so good now that the single action pull is on par with what you get from high end trigger replacement kit. You have to replace all five springs to get the results, just replacing the easy ones won't give you the full effects of using the whole kit. You will need a punch kit to get the springs inside the slide done, but it will be worth it. There are Utube demo videos to show you how to do it. Oh yeah, and I got the kit cheap at Cheaper than Dirt web site. If you want to get amazing trigger pulls for both single and double action pulls this is the single most valuable upgrade to do for your favorite new carry pistol. Good luck

[@jeffbiorn3747]

Just ordered some thin ones in haze gray. This is going to make my pistol so nice, especially with my Savoy leather haze gray holster...

[@LoadsofBacon]

I've been extremely happy with mine, and I bet that gray is going to look amazing!

[@jamespollard3066]

Those grips give it a whole different look . Looks nice.

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thanks James. The do look nice, and they feel great!

[@trevorferguson8271]

Great video Sir.

[@bobking6348]

Hi, A couple things. Thanks for the info on LOK Grips. I had Jayson make some for me with my Navy E-5 Crow. They came out great. I also replaced the hammer spring with a Wolff 17 pound spring and the RP TCU. Both worked, but I used Weapon Shield CLP and grease when putting the gun back together. It's working fine. Might be a dry gun issue with the TCU.

[@bobking6348]

PS, nice video.

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thanks Bob! Jayson does some great work! I'm about to mail the TCU back and exchange it for the regular strength. The RP almost wants to work, but it's just not quite there for mine... Thanks for your service!

[@darenwunderlich5906]

A good, informative video! It will definitely be bookmarked for later reference. Thank you!

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thank you Daren!

[@preachersdayoff]

You said this would be a "tackle box" gun. Those grips have upgraded it to honor guard status.

[@LoadsofBacon]

Speaking of, I don't get my tackle box out nearly enough. With the new grips I do feel a bit more compelled to take a bit better care of it. Maybe for Independence Day I'll make up some patriotic bullets. Great hearing from you!

[@MrEherndon5]

That looks really good

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thanks!

[@candiduscorvus]

Those grips look great on that Beretta.

[@Fudmottin]

The Wolf trigger return spring assembly wouldn't work in my 92A1. It kept popping up and binding the action. That's when I saw the print about not working with newer models. I ended up using the return spring from the LTT Trigger Job In A Bag kit. I really hate installing that spring. I don't get along well with springs in general. But that one really messed with me. I love those grip panels. I'm running some G10 grips on my 92A1 and they are kind of nice. The texturing was a bit too aggressive for me but some sanding fixed that.

[@LoadsofBacon]

This is my first experience with G10. I really like it.

[@Fudmottin]

@@LoadsofBacon It is neat stuff. I don't know what it's made of, but I like it too.

[@GaveMeGrace1]

Beautiful grips!

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thanks!

[@80sTransAm]

nice upgrades, thanks for the ideas and video

[@laf43777]

My 92 has the safety on the slide. I had to cut the Lok Grips to make them fit

[@wnbgrn]

Going to order me some now Thanks Wes

[@LoadsofBacon]

Awesome!

[@DannyMac100]

Those grips are awesome!

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thanks!

[@nathan00campbell]

is it weird that ive had my 92s for about a week now, shot 1000 rounds and love it so much im actually thinking of buying 3 or 4 more of these and just stashing them. i have a feeling these will be the next HI-Power, cheap for now, stupidly overpriced later. also on another note, i thought i would hate the heel mag release but find that after 1000 rounds im just as quick at a mag change with the added advantage of keeping the spent mag. my new mag change drill consist of,,,, fire last round slide locked back, right handed shooter-left hand thumb hits mag release while catching the mag, my mag pouch is on my left hip so as i go for a new mag i drop the empty into the left pants pocket as i retrieve a full mag and the rest is obvious. sounds like a lot but its actually quite fluid and feels almost natural... this is now my full time carry. there is absolutely no way the mag release can be hit by mistake in or out of the holster. i like mine so much im actually going to upgrade it at well with a stainless slide with night sights. my 92s looks like someone put a very very worn out slide on a brand new pistol.. its almost two tone looking there is such a difference.

[@LoadsofBacon]

They really are great pistols! Mine was the opposite - the "lower" showed a little wear, and the slide (and barrel) looked brand new, minus the import stamp. I am very glad I picked mine up, and it sounds like you've found a winner as well. Good shooting Nathan!

[@spinozaic]

Great video, thanks for sharing! “Italian police pocket fuzz” 🤣

[@Platos_Rave]

FWIW Wilson sells a 12lb Wulf spring. I've had it in my 92a1 for going on three years, it's excellent. Just a suggestion for anyone that wants a even lighter pull. Also (not sure if it's applicable to the "s" model) the short throw trigger Wilson sells is outstanding. Awesome video, I'm a new subscriber found you when doing powder coating reload research. Keep up the good work and good luck with your future videos.

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thanks for the comment Kyle, and I'm glad you found the channel! I normally shoot revolvers, so I don't mind a bit heavier trigger. I wonder how much you could reduce the spring before it starts to reduce reliability. Sounds like the 12 lb is a winner.

[@guitaoist]

Good job changing that mainspring cuz these guns are from the early 80s perhaps even late 70s (i also hope the mag spring is good) i got one off gunbroker for $289 so im excited for when it comes in to see its condition

[@LoadsofBacon]

It turned out to be a fairly easy job. I'm pretty sure my magazine and slide were brand new, so I didn't worry about the magazine or recoil springs. Hopefully yours is in great condition - they're a fun pistol.

[@anmichall]

nice video on the Beretta 92S

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thank you. Do you have a 92S? If so, was it in good shape when you got it?

[@anmichall]

yes I am waiting for delivery

[@LoadsofBacon]

I've had mine for 10 months now, and I've loved every minute of it.

[@BOHEMIANHUNTINGCLUB]

Those grips look sharp!

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thanks! They feel good too.

[@Reloadingfromthehotpot]

I know this is getting to be an old video but I just purchased a B92s, should be in next week early so thank you for the video as it is helping me greatly. Thanks Mr. Bacon

[@LoadsofBacon]

Outstanding! Looking forward to your report.

[@matthewcarlson9443]

My idea for making my Beretta 92s look cool would be to make it look like it just came out of the factory brand new while doing internal, yet fully reversible if need be, upgrades. I'm not slamming your build at all, yours is awesome. I'm just saying what I would do if I had one of my own.

[@LoadsofBacon]

I certainly understand that. I have zero intention of ever selling this, and yet I still keep the original grips in a drawer 😁

[@DCopp]

Not sure if it was mentioned already but you should replace the roll pin that holds the hammer spring with the dog bone pin that Beretta uses now just for looks

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thanks Snake Doc! That's the first I've heard of it. I think I'm good for now, but may replace that the next time I take this apart.

[@DCopp]

Loads of Bacon u betcha. I think they $3-4 is all

[@iyaayas2010]

I need to get a copy of those grips for myself. I'm prior Ammo, and those grips are the same color scheme as my Colt Competition 1911. IYAAYAS

[@LoadsofBacon]

IYAAYAS!

[@StudentOfWarCustoms]

That's awesome. I might be mistaking be I'm pretty sure that return spring is suppose to be on the lower pin that goes through the trigger that might be the problem, if you still have it you may want to try that. Just a thought but it would be cool for you to change out the safety to either a standard Beretta ambi safety or a Wilson combat single side safety. Awesome video and thank you for your service.

[@LoadsofBacon]

The original spring is mounted on the lower pin as a place to pivot and for retention. It has an arm that applies the spring tension to the top pin. I had the new spring installed correctly, it's just a little too weak for this setup. I'm about to send it back in exchange for the regular strength spring. As far as the safety - if I were going to do anything, I would try to convert it to a type G decock only, but this is just a fun at the range gun for me, so I think I'll leave it alone. I really appreciate you taking the time to comment! Good shooting to ya!

[@TheReloadingPress]

Those grips are great

[@laf43777]

My 92 has the slide mounted safety. I went through hell installing the Grips. They look great

[@lonelybikr]

Looks nice. Good video. Thank you.

[@robertbarker5802]

Might want to also replace the locking block since this is an older gun. I needed a 1.5mm punch which wasn't easy to find but Amazon had them. Not sure if the S will use an FS locking block though. Might want to call cust service to ask first.

[@LoadsofBacon]

That's a great point Robert. Fortunately, for mine, along with a new slide and barrel, it appears I got a new locking block as well.

[@DF-jz8bi]

Thanks for showing how to upgrades 92fs, great video! But I guess I am gonna find another grip😂

[@AdamosDad]

At 6:40 is that why they call police fuzz?

[@LoadsofBacon]

😂👍🏻

[@sergionatali3071]

WLSON COMBAT makes lovely grips for the BERETTA but I doubt they have in stock grips for these old 92S with low magazine release button.

[@chiefjoe8655]

Thank you...Aim High!

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thank you Chief, and thanks for your service!

[@roote4k154]

THANKS YOU FOR SHARING This Video

[@nickjm37fordel1]

Hey Bacon, nice video. I have a 92 in the stainless version and really like it. It's completely stock but have been wanting to make some changes, if only aesthetic. Those blue grips really make that gun pop. I'm always Leary of changing springs, I would like to change the slide Spring for easier racking, but don't want to start having problems with stovepipe or not going into battery ! I want to have it functional with both my loads and factory ones. Guns are like fixing up your house, are you really ever going to finish 😂

[@roysotojr]

Great vid! It was exactly what I needed to remove magazine catch. What about replacing the hammer itself? Or the safety/decocker lever to something more "modern"? Is that possible??

[@LoadsofBacon]

I do believe all those things are possible, but make sure you research the compatibility of each replacement part you consider. I don't have plans to replace any more parts.

[@Thorsaxe777]

I have a theory, The Beretta was adopted into military service as a replacement for the 1911A1 in 1985, The Government wanted a Pistol that was manageable to shoot and a proven design, NATO required conformance with the 9MM, which isn't a such a horrible round, Keep in mind, a Handgun is an Evac- Evade Form of a firearm in the military. Qualifications and Handed- ability of the need of the service is about Logistics, a one size fit all along with the M-16. whether you are 4.11' or 6.10' the firearm fits you and you can qualify with it. The Beretta is a quality firearm that is well made, accurate and proven. I personally am not a Huge Fan of the 9MM, However, when outfitting organisation's as big as a military it made sense and I see what they were after. Nice Gun and hard to beat for reliability Bacon. Dave.

[@LoadsofBacon]

It is a great little shooter, but, like you, I'm also not a huge fan of the 9mm. I was recently reading some Elmer Keith (Sixguns), and it was interesting to hear his perspective on revolver vs auto loader for military application, and on the possibility of the military moving to the 9mm. This one should provide years of fun at the range, but I tend to reach for a revolver for any serious work.

[@georgejohnsmith]

Be careful with those old school views - they are contagious. The love of the revolver infected me through Bill Jordan, and I have not been cured since then. I have never carried a semi-auto.

[@cleverkitsune4302]

as much as i enjoy the 9mm for affordable shooting, 45 is still more fun to shoot for me

[@robertmaybeth3434]

they went to 9 mm for a pistol battle round because commonality with NATO was more important then knock down power. Pistols in war have been described as "generally useless" and issued to people (officers, support troops) whose job is everything BUT fighting but still need to be armed. Also a pistol in most armies is usually just a badge of rank not something that will generally be needed in combat. If a troop is down to his pistol in a full out dog fight he is in big big trouble, generally speaking.

[@michaelc2321]

Found some like this on Amazon. Not sure if they are the same

[@williamrolke6163]

With 9 Berettaś in the 92 series, all the work you did was second nature for me, but impressive and easily shown for those that came for the help doing the improvements you showed. Very Well Done Video...I would only ask, which Wolff Trigger Conversion you used as you did not mention... Factory, Reduced Power (What I Use) Or extra Power. Lok Grips Are Not New To Me, But I Have Used VzG10ś on most of my Berettaś. Lok does make a superior product. Thanks for your video..And your Service to America.

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thank you William! I used the reduced power. It almost worked...but not quite. I've returned it and have the "standard" spring on order.

[@curtisbarrow7650]

I recently replaced the hammer spring in a 92SB with a 16#, which the source I was reading said was stock for a 92D (DAO only). It made the SB trigger pull a lot lighter, but the 92D is lighter still, and I think it is a 14#. I will leave it since I don't plan to shoot the SB much, but when I get a 92 Compact it will definitely get a 14#! {!-{>

[@LoadsofBacon]

It's so nice to have options :)

[@April-tm7uv]

I have the same grips but when I tighten my grips up on my gun the gun won't fire

[@svtirefire]

Genuine Italian police pocket lint? Bonus!

[@LoadsofBacon]

😁👍🏻

[@pigpaul]

Great name!! Still love it??

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thanks! I sure do - very glad I picked it up.

[@TheKentuckyPatriot]

I LOVE those grips!

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thank you. He really did a great job on them.

[@TheGearhead222]

Great video, but you really need to buy an inexpensive set of hollow ground screwdrivers if you really enjoy unmarred screw heads-John in Texas

[@LoadsofBacon]

Agreed! I picked some up several months ago, and they were worth buying. Thanks.

[@TheGearhead222]

Good to hear!:)-John

[@pastilanpurbeeda368]

Hi did you try replace the rear sight?

[@LoadsofBacon]

No, I left it as is.

[@pcbulletempire9872]

for somebody to claim not to be a gunsmith you sure do a lot of gun work ,nice grips

[@LoadsofBacon]

Not a gunsmith, but when you dismantle and destroy as much as I do, you're forced to figure out how to assemble a thing or two.

[@elvisammo]

I like Bacon, and I like that Beretta!!! Nicely Done....... : ) Them some fine grips

[@LoadsofBacon]

Bacon, Berettas, bullets, more bacon...we are blessed, brother! (FYI, I sent you a PM a couple days ago)

[@nickjm37fordel1]

Hey Elvis, haven't heard from you in awhile :-(

[@marknorwood7521]

Good vid👍

[@justandordinaryjoe4542]

Good video!!where you get the surplus beretta I am thinking going that way my self

[@LoadsofBacon]

There have been a few places that offer them. I got mine from Bud's Gun Shop.

[@billbergstrom9355]

You forgot to file down the sides of the new trigger return spring.

[@b.t.h.9568]

none of my screwdrivers fir the 92s grip screws. I've tried everything and all they do is strip the screw :(

[@therealhawkeyeii7888]

Will these 92S models reliably handle hollow point ammo?

[@LoadsofBacon]

My 92S has never had a single issue with any ammo, to include hollow points.

[@jamesjefferson9228]

Original grip screws on my 92s are super narrow slot screws. Normal flathead won't fit. What driver bit do I need? (alreasy tried filing down a flathead but that was a fail for me)

[@LoadsofBacon]

I would suggest getting a set of hollow ground screwdrivers or bits for doing any of your firearms work.

[@jamesjefferson9228]

@@LoadsofBacon Thanks. Any particular recommended set, (preferably affordable)?

[@LoadsofBacon]

Not really. I have a bit set from Harbor Freight, "100 Pc Security Bit Set with Case", that seems to work for 95% of my needs. I just looked and found it at Amazon: amzn.to/2Ew18FS

[@johnanderson2320]

Thanks for the video. Answered a couple of my questions about the s model. Was wondering if you may know if the s model gun is compatible with later f and fs models. If u were to get the s would i be able to put an f or fs model barrel in slide frame and slide return spring etc. would be a great help i want one. But id also like to know even though its surplus and possibly used that i can get parts readily. Ive looked into but it all seems to look the same and i dont want to get something that says fits all 92 models except the s model situation to happen. Thanks alot.

[@LoadsofBacon]

Sorry, but I don’t have any other Berettas to compare or confirm. I believe many of the parts are compatible, but I can’t guarantee it.

[@johnanderson2320]

Loads of Bacon thank you for the response have asked quite a few people this being the only response. Better then none at all. I appreciate it. Figured as much most of the parts all look relatively the same. Just didnt want to get caught up on a subtle difference. I said to hell with it and got one while the getting was good. Ive learned there is enough out there to keep er a goin. Much obliged.

[@loomspace]

"The professionals seem to think washers are needed. Forget that."

[@jeffpaul8260]

I have a Italian 92S bought back around 1980. I noticed that the pin going through the hammer sticks out from the frame about 1/8th of an inch and prevents me from changing grips. Can I just hammer it back into the frame or is there another issue?

[@LoadsofBacon]

Is it only sticking out on one side?

[@jeffpaul8260]

@@LoadsofBacon yes. The,left,side,of,the,frame. Also,the,pin,seems,smaller,than,the,one,in,your,video

[@LoadsofBacon]

Without seeing it I'm not quite sure what to tell you. My guess is that someone replaced it with the wrong part, and you might need to acquire the right part.

[@jeffpaul8260]

@@LoadsofBacon I,will have to,go,to,a Smith but I,bought it,new and its,never,left my safe,except,for,shooting,by,me. Thanks friend,for,the,tips! The,grips,are,nice,only,should,be green,with,army! Smile.....

[@ericknight9806]

I know you did this almost a year ago, but great video and I do love those grips. I'm retired Air Force and those instantly made me smile when they come on the screen. I'm really thinking of picking up one of the Surplus Beretta 92S models very soon. How has yours been?

[@LoadsofBacon]

I have loved mine, and I am very happy that I picked it up. No regrets or buyers remorse here. Thanks for your service brohter!

[@ericknight9806]

Thank you very much. I just got mine in from AIM surplus. They picked me out a beauty! It's a beautiful firearm for the money.

[@LoadsofBacon]

Outstanding!

[@timmyahlberg7500]

What kind of tool was that when he took ofc the new pistol grips. My gun has them and I can’t take them off because I don’t know the tool to get or use

[@LoadsofBacon]

I am not certain which tool you are referncing, but if you are talking about removing and installing the hex head screws, I was using a hex bit. You can find all sorts of hex bits in this kit: amzn.to/2NhaRnn You could also use a hex key, a.k.a. Allen wrench: amzn.to/2Nf5xkq Let me know if it was something else and I'll be more than happy to help.

[@pilotryan1639]

Transformed that beretta

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thanks. It's a great pistol.

[@batman88ironman]

Are the springs different in the S model than in later fs models?

[@LoadsofBacon]

They are the same springs.

[@acester86]

Are the parts for 92fs backwards compatible for this pistol?

[@LoadsofBacon]

Some of them are, and several of them are not. I am not an expert on either one, and I don't own a 92FS. I suggest doing research on each part you might consider before ordering it.

[@AKlover]

Will a 92 threaded barrel fit???

[@LoadsofBacon]

I would guess yes, but it's only a guess as I do not know for certain. The sights are very small and low, so if you did attach something to the barrel, it would probably block your sights.

[@MlLKMAN]

great video, thank you for posting. Those new grips are not my cup of tea though :-)

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thanks, and I certainly understand the thought in the grips. (If you ever end up with a 92S, he makes several different colors and patterns, and many of them are far more conservative looking.)

[@MlLKMAN]

I just picked up my 92S today. I like the original grips with the Beretta logo although a nice set of textured walnut or rosewood grips would look nice on it.

[@coreymarshall6014]

Will a 92FS ambi decocker fit on the S model?

[@LoadsofBacon]

Sorry, but I am not sure. That's not something I've tried.

[@coreymarshall6014]

@@LoadsofBacon Thanks for the reply. I also have one of these and really like it. Great video.

[@anmichall]

06:40 Italian pocket fuzz or your definition

[@johncarder5472]

What about a recoil spring?

[@LoadsofBacon]

I didn't see any need to replace it. I would suggest replacing it with a stronger spring if you intend to shoot a lot of +P ammo.

[@johncarder5472]

Ok i just ordered one did your springs make any difference

[@LoadsofBacon]

A little bit, but nothing major. I'm going to get the regular strength trigger spring. They have a lot of different weight options, and you could certainly get a lighter weight hammer spring than I did. I've heard good reports with some of the lighter hammer springs, but I'm happy with what I have. I'd love to hear how the new spring(s) work out for you!

[@johncarder5472]

I'll let you know

[@williebulletman5217]

Hello beacon I need your help with slack I got a new phone and I can’t get on slack I need your help

[@LoadsofBacon]

No worries Willie. There are a few steps on this page that should help: thereloadersnetwork.com/chat/how-to-login-from-mobile/ Let me know if that works for you. If not we'll certainly get you hooked up.

[@Toolness1]

The one I got is PERFECT. But the import mark makes me want to cry. Such a STUPID law...and now the importers don't try to hide them like they used to. "Who cares, just slap it on the slide!"

[@LoadsofBacon]

Most firearms laws are stupid laws. Sounds like you got a great one...they're a hoot to shoot, and the price is right!

[@Toolness1]

Every time I shoot it, the quality amazes me. The slide feels like it's on roller bearings. I have dozens of handguns but my 92S is one of the most well-machined out of all of them! And yeah, most gun laws are definitely stupid. Any new ones are guaranteed to be.

[@pikebishop999]

You should know that repeatedly dry- firing this type of pistol will cause serious damage.

[@nickjm37fordel1]

Hey Bacon, forgot to ask. Is that one from G&H Sales ?

[@LoadsofBacon]

I picked mine up from Bud's Gun Shop. I know a few folks have them. I recently saw that Classic Firearms had a couple crates of really nice pistols.

[@nickjm37fordel1]

Have you looked at " eGunner Penny Auctions " ? Very dangerous spot :-)

[@LoadsofBacon]

VERY dangerous

[@MatteoSixSeventyFour]

LoL Seen those grips on Lok Grips' instagram

[@LoadsofBacon]

I never use Instagram, so I had to go look it up. He sure does some great work!

[@MatteoSixSeventyFour]

I've got a sets couple for my guns. My next set I want with EGA's

[@manatarms7778]

IYAAYAS! 👍👍💣

[@LoadsofBacon]

IYAAYAS brother! 🇺🇸

[@manatarms7778]

@@LoadsofBacon 1993 Brother 🍻👍

[@LoadsofBacon]

98 for me

[@buzzclark]

GREAT VIDEO. I just subed & liked. Very Very informative. I am planning to purchase one of these myself if I can find one. Sincerely, JAMES.

[@LoadsofBacon]

Thank you James, I appreciate it! Right now Bud's Gun Shop has them for $299.

[@davidhoney4491]

Would you like to sell your old plastic grips?

[@LoadsofBacon]

No, sorry