Beretta

Fabbrica d'Armi Pietro Beretta (Italian pronunciation: [ˈfabbrika ˈdarmi ˈpjeːtro be'rɛtta]; "Pietro Beretta Weapon Factory") is a privately held Italian firearms manufacturing company operating in several countries. Its firearms are used worldwide for a variety of civilian, law enforcement, and military purposes. Sporting arms account for three-quarters of sales; Beretta is also known for marketing shooting clothes and accessories. Founded in the 16th century, Beretta is the oldest active manufacturer of firearm components in the world. Its inaugural product, in 1526, was the arquebus barrel; by all accounts Beretta-made barrels equipped the Venetian fleet at the Battle of Lepanto in 1571. Beretta has supplied weapons for every major European war since 1650.

This article is about the firearms company. For the surname, see Beretta (surname). For the automobile, see Chevrolet Beretta. For other uses, see Beretta (disambiguation).
Fabbrica d'Armi Pietro Beretta S.p.A.
Company typePrivate (S.p.A.)
IndustryWeapons
Founded1526 (1526)
FounderBartolomeo Beretta
Headquarters
Gardone Val Trompia
,
Italy
ProductsFirearms and accessories
ParentBeretta Holding
Websitewww.beretta.com
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