Beretta Nano Review: Nice, but I've seen better

About this video

Colion reviews the Beretta Nano micro-compact 9mm handgun, examining its design, ergonomics, trigger, and carry characteristics. He expresses disappointment with several aspects, including what he describes as awkward grip ergonomics with an exaggerated back hump, a mushy and heavy trigger pull, and a non-intuitive slide release mechanism. Colion concludes that while the Nano is small and concealable, he finds it unremarkable and not particularly desirable compared to competitors like the Kahr PM9 or M&P Shield.

Key takeaways

• Colion criticizes the Nano’s grip ergonomics, arguing the exaggerated back hump and aggressive texturing create an uncomfortable feel that makes the gun sit on top of the hand rather than in it
• Colion finds the trigger pull long, mushy, and lacking a clean break, though he acknowledges the heavy pull may be a safety feature for concealed carry
• Colion notes the unconventional slide release requires dropping the magazine before releasing the slide, which he finds non-intuitive despite the dehorned design’s carry benefits

Episode details: published May 9, 2012 · 11:40 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. Colion Noir’s legal commentary reflects his positions and teaching, attributed to him — it is not legal advice. His defensive-incident breakdowns are his analysis of reported incidents, attributed to him.

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