Beretta Nano? thoughts?

RustHunter87 · Today, 10:40 AM

I have been looking in to getting a small 9 for carry, and I have been doing a lot of searching, reading, watching and thinking.

I was originally looking for a PPS but cant find one than I moved on to the Khar Cm9 but I let that one pass, and now I think Ive settled on the Nano.

A lgs has the Beretta Nano in OD with an 8 round mag for the same price as a CW9 and to me the Nano seems like more gun for the money.

I did a search and read most of the old nano threads, but i wanted to start my own thread and see if i could get some different responses, so luts hear um.

What does the high road think of the Nano as a carry piece?

F-111 John · Today, 11:21 AM

I only test shot the Beretta Nano last summer during their "test drive" offer. It was OK, I was so-so accurate with it, and I was lukewarm.

The same range session I had a box of 9mm leftover, so I rented a Glock 26 from the range. I shot a 4" group with the G26 and instantly fell in love with it. The G26 is now my carry gun.

If you can find it, I'd also look at the M&P Shield.

dbp · Today, 11:26 AM

Are you planning to carry owb,iwb or pocket? I own a Nano and pocket carry only. I am pleased with the way it shoots for what it is -- a small 9mm semi.

However, my Glock 26 is my preferred carry piece as it shoots much better all around. It is more accurate, better trigger and higher round capacity.

Consequently, I carry my Nano only when, due to clothing choice, I can't carry my Glock.

Beentown · Today, 11:28 AM

I have the Nano and CM9. I prefer the CM for the job. The Nano is a fine firearm but the CM fits the role better for me. Both are accurate and reliable but the CM is slightly smaller.

My Dad now carries the Nano and loves it.

sota · Today, 11:28 AM

I just picked up an HK P2000SK... so nice. any smaller I think it'd be hard to handle.

returningfire · Today, 11:31 AM

I shot a friend of mine's this weekend. He was trying to sell so I was looking with that in mind. Long story short, I love Beretta and have three, a model 70, 88bb and a 92fs. I love all three of my Beretta, but the Nano was disappointing.
Accuracy is not just so so, it's pretty bad, we had to move the rear sight a little farther (than looked good, it was partly hanging off the slide) to the right to get anywhere near center target, and had to hold the front sight higher than the bottom of slide in the rear notch to shoot anywhere high enough. And it felt like a top heavy brick.

My honest opinion is that the Beretta name does not belong on this firearm.

Cycletroll · Today, 11:31 AM

Really think you should review the Kahr CM9 again. It is a 1/4 lb lighter than the Nano (and weight is very important when pocket carrying) and smaller too. My CM9 has been totally reliable from day one and has fed everything I've put through it (i have heard some reports of the Nano being ammo sensitive).

I would not pocket carry anything heavier than the CM9.

dbp · Today, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Cycletroll

Really think you should review the Kahr CM9 again. It is a 1/4 lb lighter than the Nano (and weight is very important when pocket carrying) and smaller too. My CM9 has been totally reliable from day one and has fed everything I've put through it (i have heard some reports of the Nano being ammo sensitive).

I would not pocket carry anything heavier than the CM9.

I agree that the Nano is a little on the heavy side for pocket carry. I have decided to take a look at replacing the Nano with the Kahr when funds become available.

RustHunter87 · Today, 12:10 PM

Ive been looking at the smaller guns because they give me more carry options but it would be mostly IWB, pocket carry would be rare but I also routinely have a 22 once hammer hanggin from my pants so the extra 4 oz is not gonna pull my pants down.

The internet buzz on this gun seems to go both ways as it does with any thing, opinions vary and some folks get lemons, Thanks for all responses so far guys but im still on the fence.

WYO · Today, 06:39 PM

The Nano is kinda clunky and topheavy. The boxy rear of the slide is not conducive to a smooth draw from a pocket. I cannot speak to the reliability issue becasue I decided it was not for me while I was still breaking it in. I much prefer the Sig P938 in the pocket application, but that gun has had its share of reviews that go both ways, especially on the early ones.

LightningMan · Today, 09:05 PM

Never shot the Nano but did dry-fire one at my LGS and was not impressed as it seemed long and heavy compared to any of my 3 Kahrs that I have. Just my 2 cents, LM.

bigwhiteyj · Today, 09:22 PM

I just traded into one. Sunday I fired the first 50 rounds through it. I was shooting MBC SmallBall over AA#5 as I can't locate any 9mm factory ammo at the moment for some odd reason. The first 12 rounds felt awkward between the grip and trigger pull so I set it back down. After shooting a few revolvers for a while, I went back to the Nano. The second "round" went much better with it. I didn't shoot for groups as I'm more concerned with practical accuracy. At 7 yards, the 8" steel plates were easy to hit regularly shooting fast enough to allow for sight alignment.

I'm waiting on some Federal HydraShok and Hornady Critical Duty to run through it. Overall, I like the little bugger. While the slide does seem awkwardly tall compared to the grip position, recoil is still manageable. I really wish Kahr would get their act together with the magazine followers as I really like my CW45, however I've experienced two cracked followers. The Beretta magazines seem to be much better quality. I realize I'm comparing apples and oranges and stoking the 9mm vs. 45ACP debate here, but it is the only basis for comparison I can offer.

WRGADog · Today, 09:47 PM

I own a Nano, PM9, and Kimber Solo. I like the Nano very much, but it is a little larger and heavier than the other two. I pocket carry with a DeSantis Nemisis holster. All of these guns perform fine and I have ~500 rounds through each with no problems. You will not be disappointed with the Nano.

Today, 10:40 AM	#1
RustHunter87 Member Join Date: January 31, 2011 Location: MAINE Posts: 319	Beretta Nano? thoughts? I have been looking in to getting a small 9 for carry, and I have been doing a lot of searching, reading, watching and thinking. I was originally looking for a PPS but cant find one than I moved on to the Khar Cm9 but I let that one pass, and now I think Ive settled on the Nano. A lgs has the Beretta Nano in OD with an 8 round mag for the same price as a CW9 and to me the Nano seems like more gun for the money. I did a search and read most of the old nano threads, but i wanted to start my own thread and see if i could get some different responses, so luts hear um. What does the high road think of the Nano as a carry piece? __________________ Firearms, the linchpin of freedom.

Today, 11:31 AM	#6
returningfire Member Join Date: December 2, 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 212	I shot a friend of mine's this weekend. He was trying to sell so I was looking with that in mind. Long story short, I love Beretta and have three, a model 70, 88bb and a 92fs. I love all three of my Beretta, but the Nano was disappointing. Accuracy is not just so so, it's pretty bad, we had to move the rear sight a little farther (than looked good, it was partly hanging off the slide) to the right to get anywhere near center target, and had to hold the front sight higher than the bottom of slide in the rear notch to shoot anywhere high enough. And it felt like a top heavy brick. My honest opinion is that the Beretta name does not belong on this firearm. __________________ Life is too short to not just go ahead and do it

Today, 12:10 PM	#9
RustHunter87 Member Join Date: January 31, 2011 Location: MAINE Posts: 319	Ive been looking at the smaller guns because they give me more carry options but it would be mostly IWB, pocket carry would be rare but I also routinely have a 22 once hammer hanggin from my pants so the extra 4 oz is not gonna pull my pants down. The internet buzz on this gun seems to go both ways as it does with any thing, opinions vary and some folks get lemons, Thanks for all responses so far guys but im still on the fence. __________________ Firearms, the linchpin of freedom.

Today, 09:22 PM	#12
bigwhiteyj Member Join Date: December 16, 2008 Posts: 326	I just traded into one. Sunday I fired the first 50 rounds through it. I was shooting MBC SmallBall over AA#5 as I can't locate any 9mm factory ammo at the moment for some odd reason. The first 12 rounds felt awkward between the grip and trigger pull so I set it back down. After shooting a few revolvers for a while, I went back to the Nano. The second "round" went much better with it. I didn't shoot for groups as I'm more concerned with practical accuracy. At 7 yards, the 8" steel plates were easy to hit regularly shooting fast enough to allow for sight alignment. I'm waiting on some Federal HydraShok and Hornady Critical Duty to run through it. Overall, I like the little bugger. While the slide does seem awkwardly tall compared to the grip position, recoil is still manageable. I really wish Kahr would get their act together with the magazine followers as I really like my CW45, however I've experienced two cracked followers. The Beretta magazines seem to be much better quality. I realize I'm comparing apples and oranges and stoking the 9mm vs. 45ACP debate here, but it is the only basis for comparison I can offer. __________________ Potatoes when you're hungry, A beer when you're dry, A woman when you need her, and Jesus when you die.

Today, 11:21 AM	#2
F-111 John Member Join Date: August 2, 2011 Location: Holt, MI Posts: 471	I only test shot the Beretta Nano last summer during their "test drive" offer. It was OK, I was so-so accurate with it, and I was lukewarm. The same range session I had a box of 9mm leftover, so I rented a Glock 26 from the range. I shot a 4" group with the G26 and instantly fell in love with it. The G26 is now my carry gun. If you can find it, I'd also look at the M&P Shield.

Today, 11:26 AM	#3
dbp Member Join Date: January 29, 2012 Location: S.C. Posts: 213	Are you planning to carry owb,iwb or pocket? I own a Nano and pocket carry only. I am pleased with the way it shoots for what it is -- a small 9mm semi. However, my Glock 26 is my preferred carry piece as it shoots much better all around. It is more accurate, better trigger and higher round capacity. Consequently, I carry my Nano only when, due to clothing choice, I can't carry my Glock.

Today, 11:28 AM	#4
Beentown Member Join Date: January 20, 2011 Posts: 218	I have the Nano and CM9. I prefer the CM for the job. The Nano is a fine firearm but the CM fits the role better for me. Both are accurate and reliable but the CM is slightly smaller. My Dad now carries the Nano and loves it.

Today, 11:28 AM	#5
sota Member Join Date: December 19, 2012 Posts: 275	I just picked up an HK P2000SK... so nice. any smaller I think it'd be hard to handle. __________________ New Jerseyans! If you're not already... Call your district senator DAILY. Call Senate majority leader Loretta Weinberg. Call Senate president Stephen Sweeney. tell them to OPPOSE any and all legislation related to firearms restrictions. This is an election year... remind them of it.

Today, 11:31 AM	#7
Cycletroll Member Join Date: August 23, 2009 Location: Northern New Mexico Posts: 46	Really think you should review the Kahr CM9 again. It is a 1/4 lb lighter than the Nano (and weight is very important when pocket carrying) and smaller too. My CM9 has been totally reliable from day one and has fed everything I've put through it (i have heard some reports of the Nano being ammo sensitive). I would not pocket carry anything heavier than the CM9.

Today, 06:39 PM	#10
WYO Member Join Date: December 24, 2002 Posts: 631	The Nano is kinda clunky and topheavy. The boxy rear of the slide is not conducive to a smooth draw from a pocket. I cannot speak to the reliability issue becasue I decided it was not for me while I was still breaking it in. I much prefer the Sig P938 in the pocket application, but that gun has had its share of reviews that go both ways, especially on the early ones.

Today, 09:05 PM	#11
LightningMan Member Join Date: April 1, 2008 Posts: 951	Never shot the Nano but did dry-fire one at my LGS and was not impressed as it seemed long and heavy compared to any of my 3 Kahrs that I have. Just my 2 cents, LM.

Today, 09:47 PM	#13
WRGADog Member Join Date: January 22, 2009 Location: Brevard County, FL Posts: 481	I own a Nano, PM9, and Kimber Solo. I like the Nano very much, but it is a little larger and heavier than the other two. I pocket carry with a DeSantis Nemisis holster. All of these guns perform fine and I have ~500 rounds through each with no problems. You will not be disappointed with the Nano.