Beretta M9 9mm General Officer Issue Personal Defense Weapon of Maj Gen Blair E. Hansen, USAF (ret.), Italy, rock-solid provenance, extensive inclusions, superb condition

Beretta M9 9mm General Officers Issue Personal Defense Weapon of Maj Gen Blair E. Hansen, USAF (ret.). Made circa 1985 and issued in 2005, serial 1135548 remains in nearly pristine condition and is supported by superb provenance and outstanding inclusions. Beretta M9 pistols earmarked for the General Officers program were forwarded to the USAF Armory at Lackland AFB where they received a special finish (polished blue and gold-filled lettering) and were fitted with checkered cocobolo grips. Moreover, during General Hansen’s visit to Beretta USA in 2008, the pistol was custom tuned by their gunsmiths. CONDITION: Over 99 percent with trace suggestions of careful handling. PROVENANCE: Documentation includes the request for issue, payment cover letter and copy of check, cash collection voucher, Bill of Sale, related qualification documents and a letter from Beretta regarding the 2008 visit. Purchaser will receive a personalized letter from Maj Gen Hansen regarding the purchase. INCLUSIONS: Air Force General Officer Handbook (2007), black leather (Hill Country) holster/belt/carrier, boards, stars, most of the pictured patches plus the original boxes for both the pistol and the leather. The price is firm and layaway is available. $10,000 plus shipping.