The US military service pistol designation for the Beretta 92FS. Adopted by the US Armed Forces in 1985 as the standard sidearm, replacing the Colt M1911A1. Military-marked M9 pistols are manufactured to government contract specifications with approved inspectors' stamps and military-specific proof marks. Type: Pistol Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: 9mm Capacity: 15 Year introduced: 1985, Italy Weight: 33.3 oz Overall length: 8.5" Status: Active Military use: Yes Intended use: military, service, duty