Bersa USA has been steadily expanding their American-made product line—and this year, they’ve brought some serious heat. During a recent sit-down with Raphael from Bersa, I had the chance to get hands-on with their newest rifles, pistols, PCCs, and a completely redesigned suppressor system that solves several long-standing problems for modern shooters. If you haven’t paid attention to Bersa in the last few years, now is the time to take notice.
A New Era of Manufacturing: Carterville, Georgia
Bersa’s U.S. expansion has taken a major leap with their new factory in Carterville, Georgia. The first project out of that facility was their AR-style rifles, originally developed to supply Argentina’s Federal Police. Built for hard-duty use and trusted by law enforcement overseas, these rifles were designed to bring reliability, durability, and modern features at a price point that beats most competitors in the American market. With cold hammer-forged barrels, 7075 components, and ambidextrous controls, these rifles bring premium features at around $800 MSRP, making them an exceptional value right out of the gate.
The Bersa PCC: Glock Mags, Two Barrel Options & Suppressor Ready
A standout in the lineup is Bersa’s pistol-caliber carbine. Available in 7.5-inch and 4.5-inch barrel options, the shorter model hides the barrel inside the handguard with a compensator (or suppressor) extending out. For U.S. buyers, the carbine runs exclusively on Glock magazines, making it a perfect fit for shooters who already have a stash of Glock mags on hand. Whether you’re into PCC competitions, home defense setups, or just want a fun, soft-shooting gun for the range, this thing is a blast—especially now that pistol braces are back on the table.
A New Suppressor System That Changes the Game
Bersa’s biggest surprise this year? Their new suppressor line—and this is not “just another can.” These suppressors are significantly smaller and lighter than most competitors, with the 5.56 model being 64% smaller than a popular suppressor from Huxwrx. They’re fully full-auto rated, direct-thread, and designed to tuck inside almost any AR-15 handguard.
But here’s the innovation that really makes them different:
The serialized part is just the end cap.
That means the baffle stack—the part that gets dirty and wears out—can be removed, washed, replaced, or upgraded without buying a new suppressor or waiting on a new tax stamp. After a full day of shooting, you can literally pull out the stainless baffles and throw them in the dishwasher. Want to upgrade to a new core design later? Send the baffle stack to Bersa, pay about $100, and they send you a new one. This applies to their 5.56, 9mm, and .22 models.
Add in reduced blowback, cleaner shooting, and point-of-impact consistency—even at distance—and Bersa has introduced one of the most practical cans on the market, all with MSRPs under $500.
A True American 1911: Built Right, Priced Right
Stepping into the iconic 1911 market, Bersa decided to go big. Their U.S.-made 1911 delivers premium features across the board:
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416 stainless slide and frame
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VZ-branded grips
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Novak steel rear sight
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Maraglo tritium front sight
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Ambidextrous controls
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25 LPI checkering on front and back straps
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Custom-tuned 3 lb. trigger
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Hand-lapped slide-to-frame fit
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Beveled magwell
All for around $800 MSRP.
This is a fully tricked-out 1911 that would normally push well beyond a thousand dollars from other brands, and it’s built right here in the United States with a lifetime warranty.
The Hot One: Bersa’s 2011 Is Flying Off the Shelves
If the 1911 impressed me, the 2011 blew me away. Every manufacturer is trying to get into the double-stack 1911 market, but Bersa is offering some serious value:
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416 stainless slide & frame
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Lightning cuts
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Anti-glare top cuts
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Maraglo sights (Tritium front)
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Extended ambidextrous controls
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Full-length dust cover
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Bull barrel
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Optics-ready RMSC cut
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Mec-Gar’s new 2011 magazines included
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A crisp 2 lb., 12 oz. trigger
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Hand-lapped slide and frame
MSRP is $1,479, but real-world pricing is landing closer to $1,200—a killer deal in a market where many 2011s run $2,000–$4,000.
This pistol is in such high demand that Bersa “can’t make enough of them right now,” according to Raphael.
Bersa USA: The Same Value, Higher Performance, and a Lifetime Warranty
One thing that hasn’t changed is Bersa’s dedication to value and customer support. All of their U.S.-made guns—including the AR, PCC, 1911, and 2011—ship with a full lifetime warranty. If something comes out of the box wrong, they’ll fix it or replace the gun entirely.
Between their new suppressors, their leap into the 1911/2011 world, and the expansion of their rifle and PCC platforms, Bersa USA is positioning themselves as one of the most exciting brands to watch going into the next year.
If you’ve slept on Bersa, it might be time to wake up.