Beretta built the 92X Performance for the competitive crowd, and the stainless finish gives it a bright, businesslike look that stands apart from the usual black. It is new, chambered in 9mm, with a 4.9 inch barrel and a 15 round magazine.

The 92 pattern has been around a long time, which is why you see it on so many ranges. The open slide, the hammer and the all-metal build make for a pistol that feels solid and soaks up recoil.

Stainless steel also resists rust better than blued parts, which helps if you carry or store the gun in a damp place. It is easy to clean after a day of shooting. At the dealer counter, take a minute to run the slide, check the controls and look down the bore before you sign off.

The 15 round magazine suits most range work, and the 4.9 inch barrel gives a good sight radius. Look at this pistol if you want a modern 92 that was built to shoot well out of the box. It ships to a licensed dealer you choose, where the background check is completed before pickup.