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The Beretta 21A has a muzzle-mounted barrel chambered in .22 LR. T. Logan Metesh
Beretta Pocket Pistols
Tomcats, docks, onions and chives. The Beretta gun line has had some interesting guns over the years. Another standout among gun enthusiasts is the Beretta 21A Bobcat, first introduced in late 1984. Chambered in .22LR, it's the definitive definition of a pocket gun, measuring just under 4 inches long, just 1 inch wide, under 4 inches long, and weighing less than 12 ounces.
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If you've ever shot one or know someone who has, there's a common thought that often comes to mind: Man, if the barrel is activated, that's going to be a lot of pressure!
With the addition of a threaded muzzle, the Beretta 21A Covert can be fired with a silencer. T. Logan Metesh
Enough people have taken notice of the Bobcat that Beretta has finally come up with the new 21A Bobcat Covert, which is the same basic pistol as before, but with a standard 1/2×28 barrel factory barrel.
All gun dimensions are the same as before except for the barrel. Of course, adding a stock makes the barrel longer (2.9 inches overall), but the overall gun still comes in at just under 5.5 inches. In fact, there are people who carry cell phones that are larger (and, for some, heavier) than a 21A Covert pistol.
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Retaining the same barrel design as before, the 21A Covert holds eight rounds in the magazine and seven rounds in a straight barrel-loaded magazine. Dressed in blue, the pistol is attractive with a walnut grip engraved with the Beretta logo. There's also an all FDE version with Cerakote and polymer handles, but for me the blue and walnut combo "hides" better than the FDE. Your path may be different.
Of course, the whole point of getting a Covert Model 21A is to be able to shoot suppressed, which is exactly what I was going for.
The fire extinguisher I was running was a Banish 22 weighing 4.1 ounces, and it didn't even show up inside the gun. The funniest part to me is that even though the clip is short, only 5.42 inches in, it's actually .05 inches from the rifle, only 5.37 inches.
To say this gun is a fun shooter would be an understatement. The compressed shooting takes it to a whole new level of fun.
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The Beretta 21A Covert comes with a Cerakoted FDE finish and blued and walnut steel grips. Beretta
Due to the size of this gun, your pinky will hang under the frame. There's really no way around it. However, the pistol grip has a slight bulge on each side, and despite the lack of a pink housing, you feel like you're holding the Concealment well.
Designed as an SA/DA pistol, the single-action trigger pull is between four and five pounds, while the double-action trigger pull is eight or nine pounds. Not great, but pretty much what you'd expect from a SA/DA rifle. There is a built-in safety that can be used whether or not the hook is charged.
One thing to note, however, is that the slide does not lock when the magazine is empty. It's not a big deal; it's not just a flaw, it's something to consider and be aware of.
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There are a lot of good things to say about this gun, but I would be remiss if I didn't address a few issues I have.
The first is perspective. Being small can't even describe them. However, the sights on a gun of this size are not known to have normal dimensions, but these sights can still be excellent. However, sights are useless if you use a compression device, as they can completely hide their appearance. This does not lend itself to accurate shooting.
Next magazine issue. Instead of being located directly behind the trigger guard as you'll find on most autos, the 21A Covert's mag release is located on the bottom corner of the frame. Because of this location, it's not the easiest gun to drop the glass while holding the arrow, and because of its location, it's set back a little on the grip panel, so you won't accidentally drop a mine while storing the gun. It is difficult and not easy.
Finally, let's talk about magazines. I have nothing to criticize here except to say that magazine is singular and magazine is not plural. In this day and age, there is no reason for a gun company to ship less than two guns. Nothing slows you down like stopping and reloading every seven rounds because you only got one. Additional brands run about $20, assuming you can get them in stock.
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The Banish 22 silencer reduces the Beretta 21A Covert's blast to an ear-safe level, but blocks out the Beretta's small areas, so it can be used in the most intimate environments. T. Logan Metesh
Okay, enough of my complaints, I really have very few complaints. The Beretta 21A Covert is a very small pistol. It's an absolute blast to shoot and can be a great option for introducing kids and new shooters to the hobby because of its size and compressibility. It's also a great choice for other shooters who want another cool weapon to add to the range.
In summary: I highly recommend the Beretta 21A Bobcat Covert, pressed or unsuppressed, with a smile on your face.
Logan Metesh is a historian specializing in the history and development of firearms. He runs High Caliber History LLC. The Beretta 21A Bobcat and 3032 Tomcat, even pocket revolvers, are relicts of an era of steel and wood. But Beretta also includes a Concealed version of the page we're reviewing today. Are they useful for various toys, or do they have much to offer as serious defensive tools compared to more modern options?
Beretta 3032 Tomcat Inox Semi Auto Pistol
Hello everyone, I'm Chris Baker. Today I want to talk about the pistols found in Beretta's pocket - the Model 21A Bobcat and the Model 3032 Tomcat. These aren't new designs, but in 2020, Beretta released a range of handle barrels called the Covert models, which we're looking at today.
I would consider these guns and others of the "pocket gun" size. This does not mean that they should be carried in a pocket or that I recommend that method of carrying. Pocket pistol is just an informal term we use to refer to the smallest of concealed carry semi-autos.
At first glance, these two Berettas look basically the same. 21A Bobcat chambered in .22 LR, recently chambered in .25 ACP. The 3032 Tomcat fires .32 ACP, and is smaller than the Bobcat. The body and frame are identical, but the Tomcat has a thicker slide and weighs four ounces when fully loaded.
I look at both of these rifles, but most of the different graphics you'll see are for the 21A Bobcat. I'll admit up front that I prefer bobcat. Shooting a .22 is a lot of fun. A flared .22 compression can be quieter than a .32 compression with a 9mm case. If I had to choose between these two carry guns, I would choose the Bobcat. The Tomcat is a bit heavier than I'd like a pocket gun to be.
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Other than that, it's very similar. Both guns are single action with double action/framed manual safety and 7+1 ammo. There is no slide lock on the last stage. Both models have a Beretta tipped barrel. Instead of cocking the slide to engage the first round, you can press forward when the barrel is released. The barrel then opens so you can manually load the first round. Then close it and it's ready to burn.
The barrel design dates back to 1952 with the Beretta 950. The Bobcat appeared in 1984 and the Tomcat in 1996. There have been minor changes over the years. Current Tomcat
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