TFB Behind the Gun #214: Rafael Del Valle of Bersa Firearms
On today's episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, we sit down with Rafael Del Valle, U.S. Sales & Marketing Director for Bersa Firearms. For decades, Bersa Firearms has produced very popular and reliable firearms for Militaries, Law Enforcement, and civilians, offering everything from compact Thunder 380 pistols for concealed carry, to newer high-capacity TPR9 duty guns with threaded barrels, striker-fired BP series micros and full-sizers like the new BP9FS and BP13, double-stack B1911 and M2XI 1911s with bull barrels and 20+ round mags, plus new American Kennesaw-built BAR15 AR rifles and BAR9 pistols. Today, Rafael gives us a peek behind the curtain of one of the world's most well-known firearms manufacturers.
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TFB Behind the Gun #214: Rafael Del Valle of Bersa Firearms
On this episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, Rafael Del Valle from Bersa Firearms breaks down their evolving lineup. For decades, Bersa Firearms has produced very popular and reliable firearms for Militaries, Law Enforcement, and civilians, offering everything from compact Thunder 380 pistols for concealed carry, to newer high-capacity TPR9 duty guns with threaded barrels, striker-fired BP series micros and full-sizers like the new BP9FS and BP13, double-stack B1911 and M2XI 1911s with bull barrels and 20+ round mags, plus new American Kennesaw-built BAR15 AR rifles and BAR9 pistols—all priced from $300 micros to sub-$800 rifles for everyday shooters and budget AR buyers.
Bersa Firearms Website – Official site for their full catalog, dealer locator, and product details.
Bersa Firearms Facebook Page – Updates on new releases, events, and user photos.
Bersa Firearms Instagram Page – Visuals of guns, SHOT Show coverage, and behind-the-scenes.
Bersa Firearms YouTube Page – Product demos, reviews, and Rafael Del Valle interviews like the recent BAR15 discussion.
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I got a Bersa thunder 380 cc when I first starting buying guns. I like it and has always been reliable but the metal it’s made out of feels like recycled pots and pans.