UPDATE
Went out and shot the Bersa a bit more since the last time I posted about it and thought I'd give some more input.
This little package has NEVER jammed once on a variety of target ammo and some defensive stuff I've tried. Isn't really finicky about being cleaned either for proper function. I've not been, how shall we say, vigilant when it's been shot, on purpose. I've fired a 100-200 rounds a time and then let it sit for a couple weeks before returning to the range. It's abusive I suppose, but before keeping it as a CCW pistol, I just wanted to see how it might function in reality where it's going to be dropped on pavement, thrown under the seat, get dirty and so on.
There have been a few things I don't like about it though.
#1 The safety is pretty stiff. It reminds me kinda of the rough spot some Winchester Model 70s have with their 3 position swing safety. To draw and flip the safety off with your shooting hand's thumb takes quite a bit of effort. It may work itself smooth (battle hone method) over time but it would probably disappoint most at first use.
#2 Trigger pull. It's not a Kimber that's for sure! Going from loaded and on safe to off safety and pull the DA trigger involves some pretty stiff pushing. The travel in the trigger on that first round is pretty long. After that, however, the follow up shots (DA) are pretty nice. This is common for all DA pistols I've found but this one definitely takes more effort.
Bottom line, I still am impressed with this economical little gun. It's got CCW function built into a lot of it but it could use some refining in the trigger and safety department. So, if you're thinking of grabbing a CCW for under $300, you might want to give this one a looksie.
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