Stoeger\Beretta Cougars??

[MadMercS55]

I thought I saw a topic on this, but was unable to find it. Anyway, I was at the local Gander Mountain and saw several Stoeger Cougar pistols. They were very busy and I didn't have a chance to actually handle one. Just wondering if anyone here owns one of these and if they're anywhere near actual Beretta quality or worth buying?

[Shipwreck]

They are machined on the same equipment - they should be the same.

And, for now, I heard that the initial ones are supposed to be rebadged Berettas from excess parts.

If U like the gun, buy it - good price on them...

[sd]

forgive the bump - anyone else? I too saw these "cougars" and was very interested , been kicking myself trading one a while back. But when i saw manufactured in turkey i am hesitant. Big gap where front sight sits on frame, machineing somehow didn't look as smooth but if it would function properly its a good price. Does it have berretta internals. anyone handle or fire one?