Israeli Mossad .22 LR: The Reliable Pistols of the Mossad

[DadSmith]

Israeli Mossad .22 LRS: The Reliable Pistols of the Mossad

An enemy of Israel believes that he has successfully slipped away from the Mossad after his heinous act of terrorism.

www.tactical-life.com

Found this to be an interesting read. Thought I would share it with INGO.

 

[Magnum314]

Thanks for sharing. I didn't know that, but I'm not surprised. Many an organized crime family "hit squad" members here in the US would utilize a .22, or especially suppressed 22's., Thomas Principe, aka, ".22 Caliber Killer", being just one example. Love historical information especially relating to firearms, uses, and those who use them--kind of reads. Thanks again for sharing!

 

[Leadeye]

Article makes me feel better about my small caliber pocket pistols.

 

[KokomoDave]

Makes me appreciate my hush puppy that much more. The good ol' coup de gras via .22!

 

[shootersix]

The 22 has enough power to enter, but not leave, it bounces around like a pinball in a pinball machine!

when someone asks me about what caliber is best for self defense, I always say “ask a criminal what caliber they want to be shot with…do you know what the smart one says???…none of them!”

 

[gregr]

Dang, I want one...

 

[drillsgt]

I've owned one before, they are neat guns.

 

[foszoe]

I love my .22 Cheetah. Always reliable.

 

[mr_camera_man]

Lots of respect for those that took on multiple armed hijackers with a rimfire pistol. Makes me feel slightly better about my daily carry G42...

 

[DadSmith]

I wonder what 22lr ammo they used?
I'm sure it was something they felt was reliable.


Edit: added video



Another interesting article on 22lr pistol use by special forces.

22 LR Pistols in the Line of Duty - Beyond Plinking

22 LR Pistols might be popular for plinking, and small game hunting, but did you know they've been used in military operations?

sofrep.com

 

[jspy5]

I'm lucky to own one. I didn't know anything about the prior history on these when I bought it but quickly found out about it being the pistol used by the Mossad. Been awhile since I've shot mine but its not going anywhere soon. I could use another mag for it but its one of those needle in a haystack thing.....and pricey as well.

 

[DadSmith]

I'm lucky to own one. I didn't know anything about the prior history on these when I bought it but quickly found out about it being the pistol used by the Mossad. Been awhile since I've shot mine but its not going anywhere soon. I could use another mag for it but its one of those needle in a haystack thing.....and pricey as well.

The 71's I've seen in very good condition run between $850-1300. They must be very rare.

 

[doddg]

I've read about these before & twice nearly bought one.
It either didn't have the right profile or storyline I look for, so I passed.

I would have shot it at the range for enjoyment along with other range toys, & I just couldn't buy a gun someone bought & put in the safe w/o putting some rounds through it.
I've done that before with new guns but not one with some age.

 

[DoggyDaddy]

All the model 70's on GB right now are either .380 or .32 acp, but I did just come across this and it really looks interesting. Model 101...

 

[DoggyDaddy]

3 Model 71's on GB right now.

 

[Beowulf]

The 71's I've seen in very good condition run between $850-1300. They must be very rare.

There was a large batch of Model 71s with 1/2x20 threaded barrels (and a fake suppressor welded on) imported a few years back. You could get them for a low as $250, I think.

Supposedly, they came from a batch of guns made by Beretta with threaded barrels specifically for the Israelis (take that with a huge grain of salt).

Anyway, plenty of gunsmiths removed the fake can and put a 1/2x28 thread adapter on them and viola, a very slick suppressor host. I love mine and everyone who has shot it (including my very gun-disinterested wife) love it too.

Here's what they looked like when they originally were imported:

Beretta M-71 Pistol .22LR W / Faux Suppressor, Semi-Auto, Surplus - Good to Excellent Condition

World Famous Beretta M-71 .22 caliber semi-automatic pistol. Caliber: 22 Long Rifle-3.5" barrel, black matte finish, alloy frame, black plastic grip, drift adjustable rear sight, 6" permanently affixed faux suppressor. It comes with an 8 round magazine. Overall length: 12" - Hand Select Option...

www.classicfirearms.com

 

[doddg]

There was a large batch of Model 71s with 1/2x20 threaded barrels (and a fake suppressor welded on) imported a few years back. You could get them for a low as $250, I think.

Supposedly, they came from a batch of guns made by Beretta with threaded barrels specifically for the Israelis (take that with a huge grain of salt).

Anyway, plenty of gunsmiths removed the fake can and put a 1/2x28 thread adapter on them and viola, a very slick suppressor host. I love mine and everyone who has shot it (including my very gun-disinterested wife) love it too.

Here's what they looked like when they originally were imported:

Beretta M-71 Pistol .22LR W / Faux Suppressor, Semi-Auto, Surplus - Good to Excellent Condition

World Famous Beretta M-71 .22 caliber semi-automatic pistol. Caliber: 22 Long Rifle-3.5" barrel, black matte finish, alloy frame, black plastic grip, drift adjustable rear sight, 6" permanently affixed faux suppressor. It comes with an 8 round magazine. Overall length: 12" - Hand Select Option...

www.classicfirearms.com

I'm jealous but very glad for you!.
Twice I've wanted to buy one & they were around $400 or $450, and this was about 2 yrs ago before prices boomed.
Good to see someone take a chance on a $250 gun that is a sweet shooter.

 

[jason867]

There was a large batch of Model 71s with 1/2x20 threaded barrels (and a fake suppressor welded on) imported a few years back. You could get them for a low as $250, I think.

Supposedly, they came from a batch of guns made by Beretta with threaded barrels specifically for the Israelis (take that with a huge grain of salt).

Anyway, plenty of gunsmiths removed the fake can and put a 1/2x28 thread adapter on them and viola, a very slick suppressor host. I love mine and everyone who has shot it (including my very gun-disinterested wife) love it too.

Here's what they looked like when they originally were imported:

Beretta M-71 Pistol .22LR W / Faux Suppressor, Semi-Auto, Surplus - Good to Excellent Condition

World Famous Beretta M-71 .22 caliber semi-automatic pistol. Caliber: 22 Long Rifle-3.5" barrel, black matte finish, alloy frame, black plastic grip, drift adjustable rear sight, 6" permanently affixed faux suppressor. It comes with an 8 round magazine. Overall length: 12" - Hand Select Option...

www.classicfirearms.com

I happened to be working in a local gunship at the time, and we got maybe a dozen of these to sell. So naturally I looked through them and kept the nicest one for myself

The fake welded on suppressor came off easily with a bit of careful examination to find the welded over set screw, and then carefully grinding away at it until it's hex head socket was exposed.

It's a great little shooter, especially for my sons to learn on. I really need to get a 22 suppressor for it, and some extra mags.

 

[jason867]

The heavy steel fake suppressors were "permanently" attached so that they would be big and heavy enough to be legally imported. It was probably just the cheapest solution to import the guns that already existed.

 

[DadSmith]

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