From 1982 to 1986 the standard M1911A-1 .45 automatic pistol was once again issued. The Beretta 9mm M-9 began to be issued August 1986 with serial number GO001. The M9s issued to Generals had no distinguishing marks or features other than the special serial number range. It is a short recoil, semi-automatic, single action/double action pistol. The finish is black steel with composition grips. As of 2009, it is still the weapon issued to Generals in both the Army and the Air Force.
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GENERAL OFFICER'S HANDGUNS
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