The Beretta 71 Jaguar is a small single-action .22 LR semi-automatic pistol produced from 1959 through the 1980s. It shares design DNA with the larger Cheetah family but is a distinct and earlier design. The 71 was reportedly selected for use by Israeli intelligence services as a covert assassination weapon due to its reliable operation with subsonic .22 LR ammunition and suppressor compatibility. Type: Pistol Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: .22 LR Capacity: 8 Year introduced: 1959, Italy Weight: 17.5 oz Overall length: 6.5" Status: Discontinued Intended use: Recreational, Covert Operations (historical)