Cawdor,
The recall was for "a limited number of the Type F pistols from the initial production lot." It stated, "The safety lever on these pistols can become disengaged without the knowledge or intent of the user." It further stated, "...the source of the problem as being caused by a casting error in an initial batch of safety levers." Beretta is replacing those pistols. Beretta customer service seemed attentive as far as responding to my questions, although they are so busy it's hard to get them on the phone. They do answer letters promptly.
I had one of the Type D (DAO) models of the 9000S. Mine was not affected by the recall (no safety on it). In my opinion, it was a high quality gun that would last for years. It was accurate, and did not malfunction at all, and is an absolute safe carry gun. I paid $429.00 for it new, so it was also quite a bargain for the price. When I bought this gun, I had some reservations about how it felt in my hand, but I thought it would grow on me. It didn't. I traded mine off because I could not get used to the ergonomics and was unable to shoot it as accurately as I would like due to the long hard trigger pull. Also, the distance from the web of my hand to the trigger was longer than I was used to. There is no place whatsoever for your little finger on the grip (which wouldn't be such a problem, but when combined with the other factors, becomes significant). The gun is also thick, making it more difficult to conceal. There appear to be few holsters that will fit it (as of yet). It also was somewhat of a fingerbuster as far as the takedown lever was concerned. Almost everything on the pistol took more muscle to operate than other pistols I've used. The lady who sold it to me could not pull the slide back because the surface area available to grab onto was small and the spring is strong. She is an experienced shooter.
I am not badmouthing the pistol. I kinda hated to get rid of it (and I took a real whipping on what I got for it - don't want to talk about it), because despite the things I didn't like about it, I think it is a high quality piece and would last a long time.
Before you buy this pistol, spend a little time with it in your hand, work all the controls. Ideally, it would be good if you could fire one before you buy. My impression is that it is not a gun for everyone, but if it fits you and you can shoot it accurately, it is a real good gun.
This is just my impression and opinion. Hope it gives food for thought.
Be safe - enjoy, and Happy Holidays.
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