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Shake · March 30, 2002, 01:15 PM

I'm not too familiar with the Walther, but with the Beretta the locking block design allows for the 180 degree ejection port. I think this leads to increased reliability. When cases are ejected, they're out of there.

I think even those who dislike the Beretta will admit that it is one of the most reliable handguns out there (speaking of the 92 series).

It can be argued that the Browning tilting barrel can be made nearly 100% reliable, making any small gain in reliability marginal at best. But, hey, every little bit helps.

I'm sure you've read this before, but there are other advantages listed here: Beretta L List

I wouldn't argue that it is a better design.

Shake

March 30, 2002, 01:15 PM	#3
Shake Senior Member Join Date: September 5, 1999 Location: Utah Posts: 1,004	I'm not too familiar with the Walther, but with the Beretta the locking block design allows for the 180 degree ejection port. I think this leads to increased reliability. When cases are ejected, they're out of there. I think even those who dislike the Beretta will admit that it is one of the most reliable handguns out there (speaking of the 92 series). It can be argued that the Browning tilting barrel can be made nearly 100% reliable, making any small gain in reliability marginal at best. But, hey, every little bit helps. I'm sure you've read this before, but there are other advantages listed here: Beretta L List I wouldn't argue that it is a better design. Shake __________________ “The object of war is not to die for your country, but to make some other bastard die for his.” -George Patton