The Beretta 96 .357 SIG variant is achieved through a barrel conversion of the 96 platform, inserting a .357 SIG barrel into the .40 S&W-frame Beretta 96 for agencies or shooters who want .357 SIG in the familiar 96-series action. Type: Semi-Automatic Pistol Action: DA/SA Caliber: .357 SIG Capacity: 12 Year introduced: 2001, Italy Weight: 34 oz Overall length: 8.54" Status: Discontinued Intended use: sport, law_enforcement, self_defense