The Beretta 92 Brigadier 9mm is an updated version of the U.S. Military M9 service pistol. The Beretta 92 Brigadier 9mm has all the features that have served the U.S Military for 30 years. The open slide design virtually eliminates stove pipe malfunctions and allows debris to fall free for reliable function in adverse conditions. The safety/decocker lever mounted to the slide is easy to use for left and right handed shooters; the magazine release is also reversible. Where the Beretta 92 Brigadier 9mm differs from its military counterpart is in the slide. The Brigadier has a thicker slide to further enhance durability on high round count guns. The Beretta 92 Brigadier 9mm also has dovetail cut front and rear sights which makes it easier to change the sights to the shooters preference, something that wasn't easily done on the military M9. An update to a military classic, the Beretta 92 Brigadier 9mm will provide many more years of service with the same anodized finish and chrome lined barrel.