Beretta 92S vs FS parts compatibility

bspillman · August 16, 2020, 07:26 AM

Has anyone ever rebuilt an S model? I know the mag release is different and the firing pin is different, but if I got one of these and wanted to have spare parts on hand for a “just in case” scenario, what parts from the FS would fit the S model. Thanks in advance.

NuJudge · September 2, 2020, 08:55 PM

The parts I have broken or changed out on the 92FS and G pistols are just magazine springs, recoil springs (because they wore too short), an extractor (it broke), trigger return springs (originally they were to only last 5000 trigger pulls), and locking blocks (early design was not supposed to last very long). I will probably replace the firing pin and return spring on several high round count pistols I have.

You will find discussions about parts interchangeability at the Beretta discussion forum FAQ:
https://berettaforum.net/vb/showthread.php?t=98238

FrankenMauser · September 3, 2020, 10:35 AM

I really don't know. I think it's luck of the draw.

Locking blocks and barrels are *supposed* to be the same.
But those that I've tried dropping into my 92S either didn't fit (would require fitting) or did not interface properly.

Could just be my 92S. I don't know.

The spare locking block that I currently have allows the slide to ride a bit forward of the original, to the point that the trigger disconnects. (Beretta part, purchased from Beretta. That they say should fit.)
But I run into the same issue with the original locking block when used with a 92FS or SilencerCo barrel.

It could just be my frame. But I've heard the same thing from a couple other people that tried using M9, 92FS, or aftermarket "92" barrels in their 92Ss.

On the flip side, nearly every barrel maker claims that they're all the same. - That nearly the entire 92 family has interchangeable locking blocks and barrels. This is Beretta's own compatibility list for a 4.9" threaded barrel and standard locking block, for example: M9, M9A1, 92, 92A1, 92S, 92F, 92FS, 92G, 92D, 92DS, Brigadier, Elite, Vertec.

Perhaps tolerances and quality control weren't as good for the 92Ss...

Some internals are probably the same, but that's the best I can give you is a "probably".

The best bet for obtaining replacement parts in an affordable and reasonable manner, while they're still available, is to buy another 92S.

Jagrbomb · September 4, 2020, 10:02 AM

I'd go here and ask:

https://berettaforum.net/vb/

Ibmikey · October 3, 2020, 09:38 PM

With regard to the parts problem, I doubt you will break anything but if you do follow my path: buy a second 92s at the same time as a replacement....kinda like a spare tire

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August 16, 2020, 07:26 AM	#1
bspillman Senior Member Join Date: October 28, 2011 Posts: 559	Beretta 92S vs FS parts compatibility Has anyone ever rebuilt an S model? I know the mag release is different and the firing pin is different, but if I got one of these and wanted to have spare parts on hand for a “just in case” scenario, what parts from the FS would fit the S model. Thanks in advance.

September 3, 2020, 10:35 AM	#3
FrankenMauser Senior Member Join Date: August 25, 2008 Location: In the valley above the plain Posts: 13,421	I really don't know. I think it's luck of the draw. Locking blocks and barrels are supposed to be the same. But those that I've tried dropping into my 92S either didn't fit (would require fitting) or did not interface properly. Could just be my 92S. I don't know. The spare locking block that I currently have allows the slide to ride a bit forward of the original, to the point that the trigger disconnects. (Beretta part, purchased from Beretta. That they say should fit.) But I run into the same issue with the original locking block when used with a 92FS or SilencerCo barrel. It could just be my frame. But I've heard the same thing from a couple other people that tried using M9, 92FS, or aftermarket "92" barrels in their 92Ss. On the flip side, nearly every barrel maker claims that they're all the same. - That nearly the entire 92 family has interchangeable locking blocks and barrels. This is Beretta's own compatibility list for a 4.9" threaded barrel and standard locking block, for example: M9, M9A1, 92, 92A1, 92S, 92F, 92FS, 92G, 92D, 92DS, Brigadier, Elite, Vertec. Perhaps tolerances and quality control weren't as good for the 92Ss... Some internals are probably the same, but that's the best I can give you is a "probably". The best bet for obtaining replacement parts in an affordable and reasonable manner, while they're still available, is to buy another 92S. __________________ Don't even try it. It's even worse than the internet would lead you to believe.

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September 2, 2020, 08:55 PM	#2
NuJudge Member Join Date: October 17, 2005 Location: SE Michigan Posts: 86	The parts I have broken or changed out on the 92FS and G pistols are just magazine springs, recoil springs (because they wore too short), an extractor (it broke), trigger return springs (originally they were to only last 5000 trigger pulls), and locking blocks (early design was not supposed to last very long). I will probably replace the firing pin and return spring on several high round count pistols I have. You will find discussions about parts interchangeability at the Beretta discussion forum FAQ: https://berettaforum.net/vb/showthread.php?t=98238

September 4, 2020, 10:02 AM	#4
Jagrbomb Member Join Date: December 29, 2015 Location: Texas Posts: 88	I'd go here and ask: https://berettaforum.net/vb/

October 3, 2020, 09:38 PM	#5
Ibmikey Senior Member Join Date: June 1, 2013 Location: Now relocated to Texas Posts: 2,943	With regard to the parts problem, I doubt you will break anything but if you do follow my path: buy a second 92s at the same time as a replacement....kinda like a spare tire .