M9A3
Langdon Tactical Technologies (LTT) RDO Cut with the modified slide components
Beretta OEM Elite II hammer
Wilson Combat (WC) Ultimate Action Tune Kit with a 12 lb hammer spring
WC Trigger Bar
WC Short Reach Trigger
WC fluted steel guide rod
WC Mag Guide
VZ Recon Gen 1 grips
DA avg = 6 lb 5.8 oz
SA avg = 2 lb 10.2 oz
[Measured five times for an average reading with Wheeler Digital Trigger Gauge]
92X Centurion
LTT Trigger Job In A Bag (TJIB) in NP3
LTT Chrome Silicone 12# Hammer Spring
Beretta OEM Elite II hammer in NP3
WC Mag Guide
VZ Recon Gen 2 grips
DA avg = 6 lb 3.9 oz
SA avg = 2 lb 5.2 oz
[Measured five times for an average reading with Wheeler Digital Trigger Gauge]
Differences on checkering between the M9A3 versus the 92X Centurion, both are marked from Gallatin, TN.
Moving onto VZ Recon grip panels, Gen 1 on the left vs Gen 2 on the right. Using a Mitutoyo Absolute Digimatic caliper, the measurements were taken right above the bottom grip panel screws.
Gen 1 on the M9A3 is 1.3510" and Gen 2 on the 92X Centurion is 1.4080."
Gen 1
It has a smooth panel where your thumb and inside of your index finger knuckle rests
Has a smooth radius along the straight edges, thus feeling much smaller and comfortable
Gen 2
Absolutely pulverizes your soft supple palms
Does not have a radius along the straight edges, sharp golf ball cuts extend all the way to the edges and up to the very top
Anecdotal information: The Wilson Combat “slim” Vertec grips are thicker than the OEM 92X plastic grips and are not as textured. I was pretty disappointed at the lack of traction so I returned them.
What is that black line on the 92X Centurion NP3 hammer?
Do you like the WC mag guides? They look good, but do they make a difference during mag reloads?
I really wish my 92fs had a rail. But I will manage without. (I have other “cp’s”) Looking into grips next.
My 92FS, with WC fluted guide rod, 14# recoil spring, wc shock buffer and most importantly the WC 14# hammer spring, is absolutely my favorite pistol to shoot. I recently joined a range-club with steel reactive targets and my pistols are finally getting a whole lot of love. Wish they looked as good as yours. Nice pieces there contax
every Beretta I own gets it. This is ABSOLUTELY the best thing you can do to make a 92 worthwhile. IT IS A MUST, go with a 13 lb hammer spring. You will be happy…
I suddenly find myself in the market for a Beretta. I want a gun that’s easy to throw my Omega 9k on without the need for a booster. I’m looking to make a home defense setup out of this, essentially always suppressed.
I can get a black M9a3 from the local gun store for 999. They also have a 92X full size or Centurion(?) for around 700. Either one will need suppressor sights right? If I send the 92X barrel off to have it threaded, and buy suppressor sights, I’m in it less than the price of the m9a3.
