Here is a vid of it in a Sub Compact.

Got my stainless guide rod on order. Corresponded with Steve directly. He's a pretty cool guy. Great customer service!!

50 Thumbs up!!!!

I just got my Steve Bedair stainless steel guide rod. I ordered the captive spring version. It is made just like the the polymer factory rod. Steve said the cap is threaded to hold the spring in place. Its a bit higher in price but well worth not having to deal with the spring getting loose on me. This guy does great work!!!!

Pics below:

Nice, any range reports yet?

Very nice.

Not yet. I got it in the mail an hour before our local range closed. I will be going Monday or Tuesday. I'll be sure to post an update.

Originally Posted by cougartex

Very nice.

Thanks. I like it. While beretta makes quality guns, I know there have been quite a bit of failures in that particular factory guide rod. Besides the design upgrade and appearance, I like knowing that there is a lesser chance of my handgun failing me in the event of home defense.

Here's the picture for reference, showing the factory next to the new one.

**The pic won't post so here's the link**

http://img844.imageshack.us/i/photo2dau.jpg/

Originally Posted by Atticaz

Thanks. I like it. While beretta makes quality guns, I know there have been quite a bit of failures in that particular factory guide rod. Besides the design upgrade and appearance, I like knowing that there is a lesser chance of my handgun failing me in the event of home defense.

MMMM, "quite a bit of failures in that particular guiderod'? Does it pop off while in the firearm or when dissasembled? I have 1000's of rounds through my PX4's and not a single issue with the factory guiderods. I visit the Beretta Forum quite frequently and don't see any issues concerning guiderods there?

Originally Posted by denner

MMMM, "quite a bit of failures in that particular guiderod'? Does it pop off while in the firearm or when dissasembled? I have 1000's of rounds through my PX4's and not a single issue with the factory guiderods. I visit the Beretta Forum quite frequently and don't see any issues concerning guiderods there?

To tell you the truth. I am not sure. I just read it alot in forums. I just like the look and the insurance that nothing will go wrong in the event of self-defense.

Originally Posted by denner

Nice, any range reports yet?

Range Report with Bedair guide rod installed:

(NOTE: This is only my fifth time shooting. Not sure if 7 yards is adequate for a range report.....But.)

8 inch target at 7 yards. Average grouping is 3 inches.



I LOVE THIS HANDGUN!!!

Originally Posted by denner

The only problem I see is that you will become too attached to it and want to shoot it every time you get the chance.

Congrats, I can't say that I didn't warn you.

I ordered mine last Friday.

DPM Systems has adapted their captured Mechanical Recoil Reduction System for the full size PX4 Storm. However, it costs $85 from their US distributor:

DPM Systems Advanced Recoil Reduction System - Mechanical [DPM-MECHNICAL] : The Shooters Box, Firearms and Accessories Online Store

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Originally Posted by LanceORYGUN

DPM Systems has adapted their captured Mechanical Recoil Reduction System for the full size PX4 Storm. However, it costs $85 from their US distributor:

DPM Systems Advanced Recoil Reduction System - Mechanical [DPM-MECHNICAL] : The Shooters Box, Firearms and Accessories Online Store

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WOW! $85? Greed much?

Looks like Steve isn't gonna lose any business.