Beretta has been a leader in the manufacturing of firearms since 1526, making their products an icon in the world of arms based on the design legacy of their famous shooting products, such as the M9 pistol. Their products are well known for their reliable construction and striking Italian design, including the M9, which was the US army’s standard service pistol from 1985 to 2005. With a long history of making superior firearms combined with Italian design, Beretta is a household name in the world of gun manufacturing. Distinguished by its eye-catching craftsmanship and reliability Beretta has long surpassed its history of making arquebus barrels for the Arsenal of Venice, making them a world-renowned brand.