Beretta PX4 Storm Full-Size

Check out Beretta's full-size version of the PX4 Storm if you are looking for a "Service Pistol" sized 9mm.
It features the rotating barrel found in the Cougar.
Check out our comparison between this and a subcompact PX4
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[@Theduke-my4ys]

I have owned a Px4 for over 9 years. Have run about 20,000 rounds through it and have NEVER had a misfire, stovepipe, or jam. Simply put, it is the best shooting handgun I own. Love to go to competitions and embarrass the guys with the Wilson Combats and Kimbers with my "Robocop" gun.

[@likenl4508]

That's a lot of money on ammunition 😳

[@Theduke-my4ys]

@@likenl4508 Not really. About 200 rounds per month to keep the memory muscles in sync.

[@playlistmanduh2154]

I just bought this gun yesterday and i love it i had a SmithnWesson and it feels so cheap compared to this hefty gun .. but with a 1$ a bullet right now its alil tough to shot for fun i gotta save up and stock on some more bullets

[@paulwklui]

Will the plastic guide rod last 20,000 rounds ?

[@berettaxd7566]

@@paulwklui The guide rod, probably. The recoil springs probably not.

[@ymanganelli]

It is June 2020, and I have had mine since fall 2010, has some scratches here and there, but so far love it, and also my weapon of choice. Always reliable, always delivers to the target

[@mikehughes8023]

I’ve had this gun for 10 years now in a .40SW...Beretta makes the best guns in my opinion!💯🔥

[@bigsean2473]

yup i love my 40. only had it for 6 1/2 year tho

[@katiek.8808]

Of course they do. 500 years of practice makes all the difference.

[@ymanganelli]

It is June 2020, and I have had mine since fall 2010, has some scratches here and there, but so far love it, and also my weapon of choice.

[@seanlazarus]

I have the same .40 best balanced gun ever

[@co5m1nc15]

Under CZ!!!!

[@MrRensan404]

The Px4 Storm is the polymer version of the Beretta pistol with the rotating barrel technology incorporated. Like the FS92, they are both DA/SA hammer fired pistols. I got the 9 mm F version, with the safety mechanism. A smooth, accurate, and reliable shooter with the Italian flair in design which makes it a beauty, in my opinion. This gun is a keeper. Your video is one great presentation on the Px4 Storm.

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you.

[@ozarkliving8754]

I have a PX4 Storm 45 acp without the safety/decock levers. Beretta builds great guns.

[@brentfoto]

Thank you for the useful 'trick' on how to insert the guide rod and block on to the barrel in the slide. On another matter, it isn't necessary to pull back on the slide in order to engage the take down levers to remove it from the frame.

[@sunking2001]

I recently taken my PX4 Storm .40 out to a range recently...after being in storage for almost two years. This pistol is so accurate...it's incredible! You cannot go wrong with Beretta. The quality is "always" there. You get a lot of quality for price!

[@davidharris9077]

I have had the full size in 40 S&W now for about two years and have run 2,000 rounds through her without a single stoppage, using all types of ammo including lots of hand loads. I replaced the decocker levers with the stealth levers and converted to decock only. Changed the stock hammer spring with the Langdon #12 lb silicone, D/A pull is very smooth, crisp and clean. The most accurate and reliable pistol I own. Absolutely love this pistol. I got it brand new at a deal that I couldn't pass up' and was the only reason that I bought it. Lets face it, it's an odd looking pistol but fell in love with her at our first dance. This is the ugly duckling that could, and does flawlessly.

[@user-qk6qn5sk6y]

Excellent video! Quite a few years back, I was at the shooting portion of a CCW course when I noticed that the person next to me had one of these. I asked if I could hold it and it felt so wonderful that I bought one in .40 S&W. No regrets.!

[@MegaFergie2]

I have the PX4 Storm .40 Full Size, absolutely a great gun.

[@FernandoFAyala]

Is better than 96a1 beretta?

[@almostontimehero5415]

I've put the px4 storm .40 on my future to buy list. Would it be best to get new or as used military surplus? Mostly want it for the range and I want something in .40S&W. Px4 Storm hit that sweet spot of perfomance, features, price and style for me. I can't find something that tops it in .40S&W

[@almostontimehero5415]

@My Name is JAFO I recieved a $200 Egift certificate from my job, so I'm going to use that for an 870 Tactical Express shotgun from Cabela's. Thanks for the tip but I'll hold off in the .40sw Px4 for now. Probably by early to mid summer I'll take it to heart.

[@jhousdan]

My Px4 .40 is my EDC and duty carry... the best handgun I've ever owned.

[@ebenezerwheezer2957]

I've had my PX4 Storm in .40 s&w for more than 10 years. I requalified for my ccw last year at 67 years old with it. Softest .40 i have ever shot. Take care DocW

[@jimdorazio3883]

Have it in 40 about 4 years and really like it. Not exactly easy to conceal though. Took some range time to master it, but I’m in my 70’s. Beretta makes some fine firearms. Might look into the compact model for CCW. Good video.

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you.

[@berettaxd7566]

If you live in the north it's easy to carry in fall & winter. I carry my .40 full size in an AIWB holster with a light windbreaker over it.

[@kevinroach44]

I have this weapon for 10 years and have no issues. This is one of my Edc

[@hamboer1]

You really don't even need to pull back on the slide to to release the tension, just pull down on the nubs and push the slide off. Very easy!

[@RRAMJET82]

This is a pleasure to shoot, easy to take down and assembled,overall A great gun. Oh A 40 caliber version I would own

[@davidgiles9751]

Your videos are always so professional and thorough. Very enjoyable to watch.

[@txarmory2394]

I have the full size PX4 in .45 ACP. It is a very nice pistol, shoots very well, is reliable, and is accurate.

[@scottclinton4386]

500+ rounds this last week. Not a single FTF, FTE, nothing. Every pull, a shot. I do mag dumps every trip. People always ask if it jams. Any more I just ask them "why would it"?

[@joefw2446]

Excellent review. Thanks so much. I recently bought a full size PX4 Type C (constant action) in 9mm... changed to EU00043 hammer spring.... Sweet shooter!

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you.

[@samuelparra1510]

I'm really considering purchasing a Barreta PX4 Storm during Blk Friday. Thanks for making this vid.

[@HammerStriker]

+Samuel Parra You should be able to get a good sale somewhere.

[@matthewreiner1972]

I picked up one of these for $375. Shoots great.

[@tomsimmo5789]

Matt Reiner where at I'd love to own one sir

[@snoopmcelmurry8454]

I picked mines up for 300

[@raspur]

Where did you buy , I want one , I live in California

[@raspur]

@@snoopmcelmurry8454 where did you buy for the price

[@MegaFergie2]

I own the 96A1 and Storm .40, love both of them. The 96A1 is much heavier, both lots of fun to target shoot.

[@WhiteDwarfVR4]

I've had my full size type F .40 since around 2010 and I haven't had the first malfunction of any kind. Definitely a solid pistol and has that sexy appeal like only the Italians know how 😆

[@itchintogo7689]

They could put g strings on the ammo n get away with it. 😀

[@robertk5113]

Outstanding video,clear images of all the important components, knowledgeable narration, and it did my heart good to see the use of snap caps after witnessing another video in which live rounds were used to demonstrate function.

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you. We are vigilant about never loading a gun that isn't going into a holster or already on a range.

[@MrRensan404]

A great comprehensive review of the PX4. An accurate, durable, and reasonably priced gun. To me it is a keeper.

[@taikblacktiger1577]

I'm here, seen this weapon on Tom Clancy. I really want to own one. See it's all around solid great design. I need reliable sidearm on hunts.. My ole sw40. Ready for recycling.

[@SAMSONSLION]

"the gun weighs 27.7 lbs" - whoa - that's one heavy gun.

[@HammerStriker]

That was caught in Post and corrected on screen, it is ounces of course.

[@dankinsler1930]

I wish Beretta would do an update on this pistol. Better grip, rework the funky styling and keep the neat rotating barrel.

[@mezawemk.s.a5192]

Best review for px 4 beretta 👍🏼 it’s short and filled of information thanks so much

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you.

[@joeanderson3423]

Very nice review. Covered everything I wanted to know. Thanks.

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you.

[@augustusheyliger6421]

I just picked up a full size 40 cal today...the second softest recoiling 40 after the USP..I have shot...there is something to that rotating barrel..

[@bruceblackerby3742]

Great review. I have the full size and the compact in 9mm. I personally think they are great looking guns. They look like they mean business.

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you.

[@dawiskid187]

Very reliable cheap to maintain better than any Glock

[@joeltowle2737]

Interesting that the Glock 17 and Beretta PX4 are the same size, the Glock 17 has a longer barrel! Thanks for the info! Keep up the great videos!

[@tobylmiller]

The Glock 19 and the PX4 Compact are very similar in size as well... in fact, Ernest Langdon has called the PX4 Compact his DA/SA G19 :)

[@sk8razer]

Great video! Very informative and I got a little chuckle from thinking about a 27 pound handgun. Thank you!

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you. That would be the version with wheels :-)

[@Fernandezx7]

Great job on details on beretta px4

[@HammerStriker]

Thank-you.

[@billykitty]

agree with the above comment, great video, but you don't need to pull back on the slide at all for take down. only thing I could possibly add.

[@jameshenryarchbold5061]

Nice review of an awesome heater

[@harrycallahan9733]

12:04 The forward pointing "arm" you were pointing at was not the ejector, it is the Firing Pin Catch Lever, number 23 in PX4's exploded view diagram. The actual ejector is the black "arm" on the left side also pointing forward. It's not a separate part but integral to the Hammer Unit Housing, part number 32.

[@Gumby56]

Another excellent video, thank you!

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you.

[@sledge760]

Excellent review. Subscribed. Love my full size .9mm Storm.

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you for watching HammerStriker.

[@alfonsorj70]

I have the PX4 Storm Compact 9mm it’s a soft shooter and very accurate Great for a CCW...

[@BaddFrogg777]

Excellent, interesting, and detailed information. On a most excellent and overlooked handgun. Ordering a used BER STORM full size .40 cal. with 2x/17rd mags and the 2x 14rd/mag that it comes with. Beretta sells directly a beautiful holster for it. And the 17rd/mag for the .40 cal.. Free shipping.

[@gilbertoenriquez8345]

This was super helpful as this being my first firearm! Thank you!

[@Trekker167]

Thank you for the helpful tips included in your review.

[@HammerStriker]

I am happy that it helped.

[@ima4ster]

Very unique design. The long trigger pull would take some getting used to.

[@HammerStriker]

It did, our very first shots with it were not very good but once we spent a bit of time with the trigger we were able to dial it in.

[@scottclinton4386]

I LOVE the DA/SA operation and would have ONLY pistols with DA/SA if they just made more of them! Best of both worlds IMO, just takes a bit of "getting used to" AKA training. ;-) Of course YMMV (he says having just bought a Kimber! lol)

[@kevinmccarey5015]

Hello again Mr Hammer, I was shocked today when I came across this PX4 (40) It has never been shot, I am thinking about picking it up. Be well

[@kevinjones9772]

Thank You for this Video Great Understanding now.

[@microshaft3109]

Best 40. Ever

[@rockhead1731]

That's not the ejector that is the firing pin block lever the ejector is the arm on the left side of the frame also what you were pointing to in the slide calling it The Hammer drop is actually a firing pin block safety

[@williamray3101]

Rotating barrel reduces muzzle rise.

[@tbarnes088]

Excellent video, thank you.

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you.

[@tobylmiller]

Great review! I own the full size Inox in 9mm. Have you swapped out your hammer spring to the D-spring? It's very easy to do, and I've never seen $9 make such a significant difference in a gun... smoother and lighter :) Two other cheap slight mods I recommend: - Convert to G-type (de-cocker only): FREE & easy mod to do; or w/swap to the low profile G de-cock levers - Talon grips... $17'ish: the rubberized version very much enhances the already comfortable grip :) I love my full size so much that I'm planning on taking advantage of the $75 Storm rebate (valid through April 30th, 2017) to pick up an Compact Inox for my EDC (AIWB)... very underrated gun!

[@HammerStriker]

Thank-you. This gun was a loaned gun so we did not modify it. The owner of this gun really likes it However we do have a Beretta 96 that we have done the D-Spring on already and it is working well - much nicer trigger and still reliable. We have the G-Type conversion levers on-hand but have yet to install them on our 96 and 92.

[@scottclinton4386]

I will add nothing but a bit "YES" to what Toby says above. I also snagged a full-size last fall , made this small change to the hammer spring and I love this thing like no other 9mm! As for the de-cocker....meh. I personally don't know what all the fuss is about and honestly think it has gotten to be almost a joke... Like the reviews about the safety sticking out a "country mile" (they are actually 1/2 millimeter each by my measure!) lol! YMMV.

[@subwoofer6726]

@@scottclinton4386 I think a lot of people are allured or in delusion over their Rambo fantasy of how they're going to get in a gun battle like some 80's action movie. Unless you like in a slum area, the chances of getting into a fight are slim, so I agree. I think the whole having fussing about a safety on the gun has become both a joke and vapid gunner fantasy.

[@berettaxd7566]

People get robbed, people get murdered, people get assaulted with deadly weapons. Junkies break into people's houses. I think it's a slim chance but not that rare. 2 members of my family both escaped armed robbery attempts. One through speeding off through a red light, the other with a concealed handgun.

[@wemcal]

Great weapon... thinking about purchasing one soon

[@josephrivera7379]

excellent presentation.

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you.

[@jefferyfarr6542]

If you never drop this weapon in sand, you will be OK. Sand gets in and jams it quite easily. It is easy to unjam and get the sand out, but it is a hassle.

[@jmartin67]

Great review as usual.

[@HammerStriker]

+Joe Martin Thank you.

[@robertcurtis1033]

Best allaround I've owned

[@user-jh6fr3pu3b]

I've always wanted one of these pistols. It was my first favorite handgun. I heard from other channels that these aren't reliable and jam a lot.

[@rtz549]

Surprised keltec doesn't do rotating barrels. Will future Glocks be rotating?

[@raymondwilliams6601]

This is not a glock. It is a Beretta. There is no need to pull the slide back just a hair. All you need to do is pull the two tabs down. Ita that simple.

[@Phalanx443]

Excellent video! Thank you!!

[@harrycallahan9733]

3:10 "It also has a firing pin block so it is a drop safe weapon". SIG P320 replies: "Ha, try me!" :)

[@QuietStormX]

I like this One.... On my Want List

[@takatoshi27]

This video said it has a full size grip. As a person with small hands, I have noticed I don't like guns designed for larger hands. But I do recall liking a Beretta handgun before. Any advice for a woman with small hands on this particular handgun?

[@HammerStriker]

These are nice pistols but do tend to overall have larger grips across the lineup. There are a couple different variations of this but it woudl be one you truly would need to handle to make sure - they can be difficult to find in stores so you may need to seek out one of the "big-box" style shops to find them in the case.

[@PsychicWarrior100]

Thanks!

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you!

[@Klaxet]

Great review, thank you. Are the sights on this gun replaceable, can you install let's say fiber optic sights?

[@brentfoto]

I recommend using a loader for the magazine. Just using your fingers is not user-friendly.

[@williamtoney2599]

Send your PX4’s to Langdon Tactical....he can do magic to them😊

[@riotfiftyk5508]

Misfires if you don't clean and oil it well often, otherwise, a great reliable Pistol. The .40 has a mean kick.

[@GCMORTH]

Do you think it’s better then a ppq walther 9mm?

[@WhiteLongSword7]

I want a 20 rd mag but yay California.

[@tatemushroom1002]

same but yay canada

[@bigsean2473]

@@tatemushroom1002 but atleast you get ar and ak stuff, not in commefornia

[@ek9385]

I hope you took advantage of freedom week.

[@leocadena6844]

@@tatemushroom1002 ...and 8 months later guns NO MORE...sorry.

[@gameryt1733]

Beatyfull!

[@Taisteluhamsteri]

Can this Beretta be carried in condition 1? Hammer cocked and safety on? (I am planning to buy this gun, but beacouse i am going to use it on reservist shooting competion, butting it on holster in condition 1 would be better than using it on DA (rules for competion says that gun cannot be in holster with hammer cocked and no safty).

[@HammerStriker]

I no longer have this gun to absolutely verify, but best as I remember this one works similar to the Beretta 92 and 96. The safety will also decock it when engaged so I don't believe you can carry this cocked & locked.

[@Taisteluhamsteri]

@@HammerStriker i went to range today to test If i like the gun enought to buy one, i did, great shooting gun. It can not be kept in cocked and locked configuration aka condition 1. But all and all, great gun, i shot it better than glocks of cz's. Cheers from Finland and Happy new year!

[@and_rew9768]

Well done 🥇🔝🏆

[@albertptran]

Nice

[@DannyPorsche]

Where did you get the toy bullets? They look great

[@HammerStriker]

They are actually snap-caps, these are designed to allow dry-fire without harming the firing pin. I got them on Amazon and the brand it Tipton. They even have a spring-loaded "primer" for the firing pin to hit which absorbs the energy.

[@benjaminubayyed1865]

I dont like where the safety is. My hand cant both grip the gun and actuate the safety the way I can with other guns. Do you feel that it can be carried with the the safety off because of how much pull the trigger has?

[@MagnumPI4]

I see you are wearing an ARFF T-shirt in the intro, aka an always resting fire fighter lol

[@HammerStriker]

Yeah, we were in Maui at the airport on a helicopter tour and they were selling them for a fundraiser so we snagged a couple of them.

[@MagnumPI4]

Nice! That's a great thing to support. Great review by the way, looking for a full sized 9mm and this helped in my selection.

[@65ryanbosch]

Thank you very much for the great review. I am in the market to purchase a 9mm and I have narrowed it down to the Beretta PX4 Storm full size and the Glock 19 Gen 4. One noticeable difference is the weight of the Glock, and with 2 rounds less than the Beretta its almost 200g lighter (Fully Loaded). Could you advice on which is better in your opinion

[@machineunit]

Ryan Bosch Springfield XD Mod.2 9mm. Most comfortable pistol I have ever shot.

[@akaHighside]

machineunit Unless the slide release jabs straight back into your support hand thumb. If you hold thumbs forward, id make sure you dont have that same issue

[@willyboy4305]

Needs Talon grips; otherwise, near-perfect pistol.

[@user-ss6zt2mo1l]

For the people who own the PX4 what parts on the gun have failed the most ? I am looking for reliability reports. Thoughts ?

[@Adrian-yi8fl]

Had mine for about 15 years. No parts of failed at all. Haven't had any issues with it.

[@user-ss6zt2mo1l]

@@Adrian-yi8fl I always wanted that pistol.

[@Profile.4]

Can someone explain why they make it with the hammer? Why not striker

[@erick.javiergomez4522]

Quiero una

[@hl2745]

hi big question what other guns have this type of mechanism ? ie the rotating barrel thanks

[@HammerStriker]

Beretta Cougar, now available as the Stoeger Cougar uses this mechanism. There are likely others but that is one I have actually had my hands on.

[@williamray3101]

Berretta storm great firearm . Not a target gun.

[@lesnielhernandez4118]

Would be the full size too big for carry?

[@HammerStriker]

Many people conceal carry full-size versions of this an other guns (even 1911s) and with the right holsters/clothing it can be done. You will be limited in where on the body you can put it and the type of clothing you can wear. Smaller guns are simply more flexible and allow a broader variety of carry options.

[@jefferyfarr6542]

You can get a competition trigger for it.

[@EarnPassiveWithJoe]

Picked up one today, great peace. And 27.7 ounces not Lbs, that’s quite a mistake.

[@rtz549]

Will be interesting to see if Glock 46 is ever released.

[@comancheviperrrr]

Did you really say that that Dallas 27.7 pounds?

[@JohnLinder]

I want a KZbin loader with skillz. jk

[@clplusp8762]

I heard that the trigger cannot be pulled accidentally if you're pressing on the front of the trigger guard and you suddenly run your trigger finger off the guard and abruptly onto the trigger. I actually saw it on video ob YT and the guy thought it was a defect and another YT user said it was a feature. SOUNDS WEIRD TO ME🤔. Nonetheless, I dont think I'd feel safest carrying this design as opposed to Lock Breech design.

[@scottclinton4386]

You heard wrong. There is no "safety" on the trigger guard whatsoever and I have no idea what the hell you are even talking about... no really I think you have this mixed up with a different pistol (maybe).

[@clplusp8762]

Scott Clinton i know it sounds absurd but i was referencing one youtube video where the guy actually demonstrated it.. it was probably a manufacturer defect tho.

[@scottclinton4386]

Again, I don't see how. The guard is part of the frame. There is no play, spring or anything to "move" to engage or dis-engage anything. I would love to see that video...

[@clplusp8762]

Scott Clinton i'm gonna find it for you so people stop calling me crazy...hopefully. It was probably a defect of some sort but it was more puzzling than anything.

[@aliack7539]

Harika silah italyan mali silahlar harika

[@user-xx9tw4pl7h]

بيريتا الايطالي

[@durgajagadeeshkumar1151]

I want this how can i buy

[@HammerStriker]

These are still available as far as I know - most gun shops should be able to order one for you. Also, there are a number of online sources where you can buy one and have it sent to a local gun store to do the paperwork.

[@yeezy-zeezun3985]

475.00 at grabagun.com what ya think? In 40 cal

[@HammerStriker]

I haven't been tracking the prices of these but Grabagun is usually pretty competitive so it's likely a good price (or at least reasonable).

[@williamray3101]

G.model. no safety just a decocker.

[@mikeskidmore6754]

You sound like you have some basic Gun Smith skills ...

[@DAIadvisor]

Why do people feel the need to check the chamber and show us that it's clear? It's a video, I don't care, in fact it would be more fun if you'd fire it accidentally. Good review though. Thumbs up. :)

[@HammerStriker]

We (and other channels like ours) do that for a purpose, it is because there are different reasons people come to KZbin. Some come purely for entertainment (which is great), but many are new to firearms and come to KZbin to learn. As safe handling procedures are the most important factor of dealing with firearms, reinforcing it is important. An inexperienced shooter viewing our videos (or others with similar mindset) will be reminded of the need to be very aware of the state of the weapon in addition to following the other safety procedures. Every once in a while you hear of somebody being shot by an "unloaded gun" (obviously it wasn't) or during the cleaning procedure. Hopefully reinforcing the need to clear a weapon that is going to be handled for a reason other than actually firing it may educate somebody and prevent a tragedy.

[@DAIadvisor]

You have a valid point. I stand corrected :)

[@HammerStriker]

Thank you for watching our videos.

[@AM-jz1wb]

Copyright 2017? Lol I bet 100 bucks this isnt copyrighted.

[@HammerStriker]

Under US Copyright law, the video is actually automatically copyrighted at the point of production. The presence of the Copyright Notice brings the content under the purview of the DMCA which has some very steep penalties for removing the notice and otherwise attempting to violate copyright.

[@AM-jz1wb]

@@HammerStriker Tell me what will happen if I post this as if I made it😂😂 go on tell me. Itll get taken down? Ohhhh ahhh scarrryyyyyy.

[@mikedgg2]

@@AM-jz1wb Wow