The Bersa Thunder .22 LR Pistol - Satin Nickel, 3.5" Barrel, Compact DA/SA is a .22 LR compact handguns from Bersa. It is available from 1 vendor at $307.99.
Name: Bersa Thunder .22 LR Pistol - Satin Nickel, 3.5" Barrel, Compact DA/SA
Brand: Bersa
Category: Compact Handguns
Caliber: .22 LR
Barrel Length: 3.5"
10 rounds
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UPC: 091664900232
SKU: UC1c3UZwm
The Bersa Thunder in .22 LR is a compact semi-automatic pistol with a 3.5-inch barrel, satin nickel finish, and aluminum alloy frame. At 18.9 ounces it's light enough for comfortable carry while still feeling solid in hand. DA/SA operation means the first shot fires double-action with a longer pull, while subsequent shots run single-action.
| Caliber | .22 LR |
| Model | Thunder 22 |
| Capacity | 10 rounds |
| Magazines included | 0 |
| Barrel length | 3.5" |
| Overall length | 6.6" |
| Weight | 18.9 oz |
| Action | Single/Double Action |
| Finish | Nickel |
| Color | SATIN NICKEL |
| Stock material | CHECKERED POLYMER/ ALLOY FRAME/Steel SLIDE |
| Sights | 3-Dot Sight System |
| Safety | Manual, Firing Pin |
AI-generated insights derived from customer reviews and discussions on popular gun-enthusiast forums.
The Bersa Thunder .22 LR consistently draws the same set of responses: buyers like the price, the satin nickel finish, and the low cost of .22 LR practice ammo. It's a common recommendation for new shooters who want a real DA/SA handgun without the recoil of a centerfire caliber.
The DA/SA trigger system is appreciated for the teaching value — learning to manage both pull weights in one platform carries over to other firearms. Accuracy at close to medium range is generally described as fine for its role.
The most common complaints are ammunition sensitivity and occasional reliability issues. Some brands of .22 LR cycle cleanly; others cause failures to feed or eject, which is more common with .22 LR platforms generally than a defect specific to the Bersa. A small number of buyers have received examples with fit-and-finish issues out of the box, and customer service experiences with Bersa are inconsistently reviewed.
For stopping power in a defensive role, most discussions acknowledge .22 LR isn't optimal, and buyers in the self-defense market generally treat this more as a training tool than a primary defensive firearm. As a budget-friendly practice pistol or a first handgun for a new shooter, it delivers on that value.
Price Range: $307.99 - $307.99
| Vendor | Price | Condition | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guns Com | $307.99 | New | Buy Now |
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