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Post by smokepole on Feb 12, 2009 16:25:06 GMT -6
Tell me what ya'll think about a 9mm taurus set on a bretta frame.
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Post by Jbhbass on Feb 12, 2009 19:43:58 GMT -6
Isn't that like driving a Ford on a Ferrari frame?  |
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Post by bigblue on Feb 12, 2009 20:19:19 GMT -6
Beretta had won a contract in 1974 to produce pistols for the Brazilian army. Part of the deal was that Beretta construct a manufacturing plant in Brazil and hire Brazilian workers. Once Beretta fulfilled the contract, Beretta sold the plant to Taurus. The deal included all the original blueprints, machinery and trained workers. Taurus made some design changes for the better and started producing their own version of the Beretta 92s. I've owned both the Taurus and Beretta versions of the 92 and have to say that while the Taurus may be a copy made on Beretta machinery, the Beretta had a much better fit, smoothness and finish. The Taurus however is a very reliable and functional pistol so I can't see how you could go too wrong.
Don
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Post by Jbhbass on Feb 12, 2009 22:24:18 GMT -6
I agree, it is really a good product.
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Post by DocHolladay on Feb 13, 2009 1:31:35 GMT -6
I like all Taurus pistols.
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Post by smokepole on Feb 13, 2009 7:55:29 GMT -6
Ok with that being said do you think it would be worth 375.00 with 1 clip
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Post by bigblue on Feb 13, 2009 8:50:49 GMT -6
I'd have to say no, but not because I wouldn't like to have the pistol. Please let me explain my reasoning. First of all the blue book resale value of the hybrid pistol would be lower because of the modification. Secondly a new in the box Taurus can be had for around $410. Used Beretta 92s in excellent condition can be had for around $450 and new in box for a little over $500. I just don't think there is enough difference in the price to justify it and of course any warranty by either Beretta or Taurus would be void. Now all of this is just my opinion so if you really want the gun please don't let what I said deter you.
Don
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Post by smokepole on Feb 13, 2009 11:37:00 GMT -6
I feel the same way as you do B.B.
smokepole
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Post by Jbhbass on Feb 14, 2009 7:12:07 GMT -6
:'(Frankly, I would not buy the gun, the new firearms law the BO will pass just means the ATF will take it away from you ;D so save your money to pay taxes.
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