I am confused about the Bersa's action. I see it labeled DA/SA, DA and DAO. I have read that the Bersa Thunder 380 if labeled DA means that it is DA for the first round only, which I understand. But I also see the Thunder for sale labeled DAO. Which is it? Please advise.

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I am confused about the Bersa's action.  I see it labeled DA/SA, DA and DAO.  I have read that the Bersa Thunder 380 if labeled DA means that it is DA for the first round only, which I understand.  But I also see the Thunder for sale labeled DAO.  Which is it?  Please advise.

James G. · Answer

Jeffrey, the Bersa Thunder 380 has a "Traditional Double Action, Single Action Trigger". What you are seeing are vendor errors in listings. The 1st trigger pull is the heavier double action pull and subsequent trigger pulls are the lighter single action pulls. once a new magazine is loaded, it's a rinse and repeat cycle. Details here : (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LU0rRrT8VHw)

Randy I. · Answer

the Bersa Thunder 380 is DA/SA 1st pull is DA all others are SA I have one and it is a very underrated gun they have a very good trigger and is built as tough as nails I carry mine when I need a smaller gun to conceal

Steve P. · Answer

Hi Jeffrey, The Bersa Thunder 380 is DA/SA 1st pull is DA all others are SA. Details here : (youtube.com/watch?v=LU0rRrT8VHw)

Randy I. · Answer

the Bersa Thunder 380 is DA/SA 1st pull is DA all others are SA I have one and it is a very underrated gun they have a very good trigger and is built as tough as nails I carry mine when I need a smaller gun to conceal

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