[yarddog]

I have no idea why the 5000 round figure got out there. I never did like the grip on the Beretta but it simply is a very very reliable gun.

I recall some of the old Star model 28 and 30 models went over 100,000 rounds at rental ranges.

[smokingfrog]

Does the 5,000 round figure only apply to the barrel or what?

[Neidermeyer]

I agree 1000% , the Berettas grip is made for gorillas who came up with such a monster...

9mm is not strong enough ... .40 or .45 will do fine

My Star just keeps on pulling it’s timex impersonation ,, even though it’s the lightweight model 30pk ...

I say a 1911 with an increase in capacity is the ticket.