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The History of Beretta

The Beretta company has a rich and storied history that dates back to the year 1526. It all began when Mastro Bartolomeo Beretta sold 185 harquebus barrels to the Venice Arsenal. The production of firearms has remained within the family to this day, making Beretta the oldest active firearms manufacturer in the world.

In the early 1800s, Pietro Antonio Beretta traveled throughout Italy to promote the quality of his products and secure new orders. Despite the challenges posed by foreign rule, he honed his skills in crafting barrels for smooth-bore shotguns and pistols. He eventually registered the company under the official name, Fabbrica d'Armi Pietro Beretta. By the end of the 17th century, Beretta had established itself as the second-largest manufacturer of gun barrels in Gardone Val Trompia, Italy.

In 1918, the Italian army adopted the use of the Beretta Model 1918, a groundbreaking submachine gun. During World War 2, the company was required to manufacture weapons for the Italian regime, even though its political views were predominantly liberal. However, some of the production was carried out secretly to supply the Partisans, which resulted in the German SS confiscating the company in 1943. The German forces even took Pietro Beretta, the head of the company, hostage. In response, the Partisans raided the Brescia town, successfully regaining control of the factory.

Following the War, Beretta altered the design of the M1 to create the Beretta BM-59 rifle, which resembled the M14 battle rifle. However, their production shifted towards firearms for the civilian market after the War. In the 1970s, Beretta entered into an agreement with the Brazilian government to produce firearms for the Brazilian Army. This collaboration lasted until 1980. In the 1980s, the Beretta 92 pistol was chosen to be the standard service handgun of the United States Army.

Although Beretta is primarily known for their semi-automatic pistols, such as the Model 1915, M1923, 418, M1934/M1935, M1951, and 70 series, they have also manufactured a variety of other weapons including revolvers, submachine guns, grenade launchers, and rifles and carbines like the BM-59, 501 (sporting rifle), Rx4 Storm, Cx4 Storm, and BRX1 straight-pull bolt-action rifle. In addition, Beretta has a long tradition of producing side-by-side shotguns, over-and-under shotguns and semi-automatic shotguns offered in various grades, with some of the popular models being the A400, A300, Beretta 686, DT10, AL391 etc.

Beretta Holding is currently the parent company of several subsidiary firms, including Beretta USA, Benelli, Tikka, Stoeger, SAKO, Uberti, Franchi, and Burris Optics. Today in 2023, the company Fabbrica d'Armi Pietro Beretta, also known as Beretta S.p.A., is led by Franco Gussalli Beretta who serves as the President and CEO. The company has been owned by the same family for nearly five hundred years, a testament to its longevity and heritage. Its legacy has been passed down through generations, continuing to innovate and adapt to the changing needs of its customers.

Beretta BRX1 Rifle Review

The Beretta BRX1 is Beretta's first ever bolt action straight pull rifle introduced in 2021. One of the key features of the rifle is its rotating bolt head with 8 locking lugs which provides a secure lock-up of the bolt with the barrel. The magnum versions of the BRX1 even come equipped with 16 locking lugs for extra safety.

The stock is made of a mixture of polymers, includes a rubber recoil pad, and has the capability to alter the length of pull using the standard spacers provided by Beretta. The cocking mechanism comes in the form of a three-position lever and can be compared to the one featured on the Blaser R8 or Sauer 404. Users can finely adjust the trigger to their preferred weight of pull.

On the top of the receiver there is a pre-installed Picatinny rail for scope mounting purposes. As an alternative, a 17mm dovetail upper interface slide in the Tikka style can be installed. The rifle also has the capability to switch calibers by changing the barrel and can be easily converted from right to left-hand orientation for ambidextrous use. The detachable magazine comes in a bright orange color, preventing it from getting lost easily, and can hold up to five cartridges. The barrel is attached to the stock by means of two 6 mm Allen screws located at the front of the aluminum frame under the chamber area.

Overall, Beretta BRX1 appears to have been inspired by the Blaser R8, with features such as an exchangeable pistol grip, and ambidextrous orientation capabilities. Another detail that is remarkably similar to the design of the Blaser R8 is the removable polymer cassette holding the trigger.

Beretta BRX1

Figure 1: Beretta BRX1, chambered for .308 Win. (Source: https://ritosa-trgovine.hr/artikl/beretta-brx1-308-win/)

Beretta BRX1 Calibers

The rifle is chambered for the following calibers:

.308 Win.
.30-06 Spr.
.300 Win. Mag.

The following calibers should become available in 2023:

.243 Win.
6.5 Creedmoor

Beretta BRX1 comes with a Picatinny rail preinstalled on the top of the receiver which can be used for mounting purposes.

The receiver of Beretta BRX1

Figure 2: The receiver of Beretta BRX1, chambered for .308 Win. (Source: https://www.all4shooters.com/en/hunting/rifles/safety-recall-for-beretta-brx1-rifle/)

Scope Mounts Interchangeable With Beretta BRX1

Rifles That Have One-Piece Scope Mounts Interchangeable With Beretta BRX1

For one-piece mounts to fit on a rifle, mounting surfaces on these rifles must match in every dimension. Rifles that have one-piece mounts interchangeable with Beretta BRX1 are the following:

All rifles with a Picatinny rail for mounting purposes

Rifles That Have Two-Piece Scope Mounts Interchangeable With Beretta BRX1

For two-piece mounts to be interchangeable, the mounting surfaces of the rifle must match in every dimension except the action length which can vary. Rifles that have two-piece mounts interchangeable with Beretta BRX1 are the following:

All rifles with a Picatinny rail for mounting purposes

Best Scope Mounts for Beretta BRX1

Fixed Scope Mounts for Beretta BRX1

We recommend these 30 mm Light Contessa rings for your Beretta BRX1 rifle if you are looking for a quality fixed scope mounting solution. These rings ensure sturdiness and reliability, while they also come at a relatively affordable price. They are made of high-quality aluminum and come with a 10-year warranty.

Detachable Repeatable Scope Mounts for Beretta BRX1

This EAW one-piece mount earned our top recommendation for a detachable repeatable scope mount for Beretta BRX1. It is reliable and extremely versatile and is thus a great choice for your rifle. It is manufactured in Germany, made of steel, and comes with a 30-year warranty.

Help Us Build Our Riflescope Mounts Database

If you happen to own this or any other rifle, we would appreciate it if you could help us expand our database by sending us some photos of the rifle receiver (the bare mounting surface of the rifle without the mounts installed). For your help, our company offers a fair return in terms of practical rewards.

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