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Putting a Beretta 92FS, M9A1, or 96 slide back together doesn’t have to be frustrating. Whether you just deep cleaned it, replaced parts, or had it Cerakoted—this guide walks through each step with video timestamps, part order, and key install tips to get it done right.
Step-by-step fixes for common issues on the 92FS, M9A1, and Beretta 96—slide or frame.
Why Should You Reassemble the Beretta Slide?
Rebuilding your slide keeps your pistol running reliably. After a deep clean or Cerakote job, or when swapping worn parts like the extractor or safety lever, reassembly is where it all comes together. Done right, everything fits smooth and functions like factory.
What Tools Do You Need to Reassemble a Beretta 92FS Slide?
Covers full slide and frame teardown, reassembly, and troubleshooting for the 92FS, M9A1, and Beretta 96. Everything needed to fix, clean, and rebuild with confidence.
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Original Content by The Rogue Banshee / My Rogue Solutions LLC. Credit: Jason Schaller Email: jschaller@trb.fyi
About the Author: Jason Schaller is a former FFL holder and founder of Eagle Eye Shooters Supply in Helena, MT, where he provided professional gunsmithing services and guided customers on all aspects of firearms ownership. Today, he teaches DIY gunsmithing at The Rogue Banshee and serves as a Chief Instructor at Freedom Crew University. With over a decade of hands-on professional experience with firearms and nearly 30 years in IT, Jason also holds top cybersecurity certifications including CISSP, CISA, and CRISC. When he’s not geeking out, he’s helping others build self-reliance, critical thinking, and firearms proficiency through real-world content.
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