The Beretta 92 FS Inox is a 9mm DA/SA semi-automatic pistol with a stainless steel slide over an aluminum alloy frame. This CA-compliant version holds 10+1 rounds. At 33.3 oz and 8.5 inches overall with a 4.9-inch barrel, it is a full-size pistol. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Beretta USA 
• Model Name: 92 FS Inox 
• Caliber: 9MM Luger (9x19 PARA) 
• Action Type: Single/Double Action (DA/SA) 
• Capacity: 10+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 4.9 inches 
• Overall Length: 8.5 inches 
• Weight: 2.08 lbs (33.3 oz) 
• Frame Material: Aluminum Alloy 
• Slide Material: Stainless Steel 
   

Features 

The DA/SA action fires double-action on the first shot after decocking, then single-action for subsequent shots. The ambidextrous decocker/safety lever sits on the slide and allows safe lowering of the hammer without firing. The stainless steel slide is more corrosion-resistant than carbon steel and gives the Inox variant its distinctive two-tone appearance. The aluminum alloy frame keeps the overall weight manageable despite the full-size dimensions. Stippled black rubber grips provide grip retention. The 92 FS design has been in continuous military and police service since the early 1980s, providing an extensive reliability track record. This version is California-compliant.

The 92 FS Inox draws appreciation from buyers who value the DA/SA system, the proven reliability record, and the stainless slide's corrosion resistance. The ergonomics are widely praised; the grip angle and grip width work well for a broad range of hand sizes.

Accuracy is consistently rated highly, with most range reports noting tight groups at typical handgun distances and minimal felt recoil for a 9mm.

The full-size dimensions and 33.3 oz weight come up as limitations for concealed carry. Buyers who want a belt pistol or home defense handgun treat these as acceptable tradeoffs; those who need something more concealable typically look elsewhere. The 10+1 capacity under California's magazine restrictions is noted as a straightforward restriction rather than a complaint about the pistol itself.

Overall, the 92 FS Inox is well-regarded as a full-size 9mm with decades of demonstrated reliability, an appreciated choice for those who prefer metal-framed pistols and the DA/SA operating system.