96A1 represent Beretta s evolution of the world famous 92FS pistol. Completely interchangeable with other 92 family magazines. Removable front sight: Allows the user to easily replace a damaged sight or replace it with an accessory sight. Accessory rail: The frame of the A1 s have an integral MIL-STD-1913 rail for rapid attachment of tactical lights and laser aiming devices. Internal recoil buffer: Increases service life by reducing stress on the receiver created by the more powerful .40 S&W caliber ammunition. Captive recoil spring assembly: The single-piece design simplifies the assembly and disassembly process and minimizes the possibility of spring loss.