I wonder how much most of the prejudices against the appearance of this gun are based upon a staunch and unwavering dedication to the past, and an unwillingness to embrace something different.

Beretta has not remained in the gunmaking business for over 500 years because they make foolish mistakes. They are on the cutting edge of design, and not all of what they come up with will be readily accepted by the general public. I'm sure they know that. As P.T. Barnum is reportedly to have said "There is no such thing as bad publicity".

I would very much like to own it, as much for it's "one of a kind" ness, as for it's utility. I would really like the funeral style on a dove field, I think.

SRH

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