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Beretta’s New PX4 Storm Compact Carry Pistol

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The new Beretta PX4 Compact Carry.
The new Beretta PX4 Compact Carry.

UPDATE: January 20, 2017 – PX4 Storm Compact Carry is shipping! Check out our new post on the PX4 Storm Compact Carry from SHOT Show 2017.

Beretta has been in the news a lot lately, especially with the U.S. Military’s RFP for a new Modular Handgun System (MHS) in full swing. However, Beretta has been working on the other side of business and has released the new PX4 Storm Compact Carry at SHOT Show this year. This pistol is specifically aimed at concealed carry.

The new Beretta Storm PX4 Compact Carry is an enhanced version of the original PX4, with features that Beretta fans will likely find very appealing over the original offering. The new Beretta PX4 is like a completely worked over handgun, and it  stands apart from the original.

The original PX4 Storm Compact grip was too slick for many consumers.
The original PX4 Storm Compact grip was too slick for many consumers, and the action seemed stiff to some.

New Beretta PX4 Compact Carry

When I arrived at the Beretta booth at SHOT Show I made contact with Ernest Langdon, an expert shooter, who walked me through all of the improvements he helped spearhead on the PX4 Storm Compact Carry. Since the PX4 was aimed at concealed carry, Langdon had Beretta switch the slide lock lever and manual de-cocker for low profile alternatives. The new controls sit nearly flush with the pistol’s frame, but are still easily manipulated by the shooter.

The new slide stop lever and manual safety levers are low profile for less snagging.
The new slide stop lever and manual safety levers are low profile for less snagging.

The new PX4 Compact Carry slide is slimmer and more low-profile as well. In addition, Beretta has added a Cerakote gray finish bringing a new and popular look to the PX4, while adding excellent corrosion resistance.

The new Cerakote Gray PX4 Compact Carry slide.
The new Cerakote Gray PX4 Compact Carry slide.
Another look at the new PX4 Compact Carry slide.
Another look at the new PX4 Compact Carry slide.

One of the complaints with the original PX4 Storm was the grip (which is still rather bulky). Many shooters complained the PX4 Compact polymer grip was too slick, and did not provide enough grip traction for confident shooting. I’ve handled the PX4 on several occasions, and it’s true that the sides are fairly slick. There is some texture at the bottom of the grip on both front and back sides, but even this is pretty mild. The sides themselves have no texture for gripping.

Talon Grips are a great addition, and the magazine release button is easily changed with an included tiny punch that fits in the hold on the button.
Talon Grips are a great addition, and the magazine release button is easily changed with an included tiny punch that fits in the hole on the button.

To fix this problem, Langdon didn’t have Beretta reinvent the pistol, just simply partner with Talon Grips. The Talon Grips are easy to apply and provide superior gripping power. Though much more tactile, the Talon Grips are comfortable too.

To improve the sights, Langdon had Beretta switch to an Ameriglo orange front sight. This is a really good idea. Not only are the Ameriglo sights very bright, but the color contrast allows for faster target acquisition with the front sight.

The Ameriglo orange front sight is a great addition providing significantly better target acquisition.
The Ameriglo orange front sight is a great addition providing significantly better target acquisition.

Finally, Langdon knows how important a smooth action is for quality shooting. With his guidance, Beretta went inside the new PX4 Compact Carry and plated the critical trigger group and internal parts making the action much smoother. The springs were also coated to improve performance.

Coated trigger group and critical internal parts makes the PX4 Compact Carry action much smoother.
Coated trigger group and critical internal parts makes the PX4 Compact Carry action much smoother.

The new Beretta PX4 Compact Carry is only being offered in 9mm currently, and will ship with (3) 15-round magazines.

Beretta PX4 Storm Compact Carry Upgrades

  • PX4 Specific Talon Grips
  • Low Profile Slide Lock Lever and Manual Safety De-Cocker
  • Trigger Group and Internal Parts Plated for Smoother Action
  • Improved Coated Springs
  • Thinner Cerokote Gray Slide
  • Ameriglo Orange Front Sight
  • (3) Sizes of Magazine Release Button – Easily Changed
  • Ships with (3) 15-round Magazines.
Another look at the new PX4 Compact Carry
Another look at the new PX4 Compact Carry

Beretta PX4 Compact Carry Specifications

  • Action: DA/SA
  • Calibers: 9mm (Only at this time)
  • Material: Steel slide, Polymer frame
  • Overall Height: 5 inches
  • Overall Length: 6.8 inches (9mm)
  • Overall Width: 1.42 inches
  • Sight radius: 5.2 inches
  • Weight: 27.2 ounces (9mm)
  • MSRP: TBA (Originally $650.00).

Special Thanks to Rob Binney for assisting me at SHOT Show this year. Without his help I would not have been able to gather as much information as I did.

Comments

    • Alfonso, great question and thanks for reading.

      The Beretta SHOT Show reps said to look for this new PX4 Storm by early 2nd quarter. So I’m thinking sometime in April.

    • Sorry for the slow response Alfonso. In talking with Langdon it seemed like the new PX4 Storm would be available by mid to late 2nd quarter – so in a couple of months from now. Thanks for reading!

        • Since the improved PX4 Storm has the same dimensions, and only changes cosmetic features, the new PX4 Storm should be California approved from the start. However, Beretta will have to ship (3) 10-round magazines instead of the (3) 15-round magazines like the rest of the country.

          • Okay, great! That sounds great because I couldn’t find the PX4 Compact out here and was told it wasn’t being sold period here in CA. But the full size was. So I bought the full size. Really hope that this one comes out here. Need PX4 for CCW. I thought I could rock the full size just fine but- only in the winter months!

          • I read an article where a man in Canada owned a compact model but had to order it with an extended barrel because of some regulation on length. I’m wondering if that would work in California, since you can get the full size. (Glad I’m in Tennessee…no hoops)

          • Yineida, I was told at SHOT Show this option would be released by end of 2nd quarter. That would have been by June. Unfortunately, this pistol remains a mystery as I have not been able to find it for sale anywhere.

            With Beretta moving a significant portion of U.S. operations to Tennessee, this model may be delayed for some time.

  2. I read about this pistol, last year and then in January/16, after that the pistol disappear and is not even been mention on Beretta’s website. Wonder if this had been cancelled, I had been waiting enthusiastically for this gun, since I own the Px4 compact and I love it, but the big slide lock lever and safety lever, make the pistol too wide, the new one will reduce this levers and make it the perfect pistol! In addition to better sights and nice cerakote finish.

    • You can also order a kit to convert the large safety/decocker & one slide release (originally for the full size, so only one side) if you can’t wait. They’re around $80.

      • Yes, I read about that, I’m not much into customising guns, but would do that if Beretta cancel the new one! Thanks.

        • If you do, keep in mind that the kit ( from what I’ve seen) only comes with one slide release/stop since it’s intended for the full size, which only has one slide release. I don’t know if they have the right side release in the low profile or not but slimming the safety/decocker by itself would be a major improvement. It also makes it a type G.

    • Sorry Xavier, I have been unable to get Beretta to respond to my requests about this pistol. It appears they are focusing on other areas and leaving this on the back burner.

    • Pete, I’ve tried to get an answer from Beretta, but it appears they have put this on hold. SHOT Show is coming up in 2 months so I’ll hammer them again about a release date. Sorry.

      • I bought a 92FS years ago and really loved it–this is my 1st PX4–also own a Sig P226, SEAL version…wanted a weapon easier to carry concealed—not disappointed at all!

        • Excellent Harold. My friend had a Beretta 96 right after they came out, and I loved to shoot that pistol. I’ve shot a few 92’s as well, but never had the chance to shoot the smaller Beretta pistols. Glad to hear all the work to revamp the controls on the PX4 have payed off in a good way.