First Look: Beretta 20X Bobcat Pistols

Four new distinctive models of this diminutive pocket pistol.

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posted on June 11, 2025
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Beretta 20X Bobcat

Beretta USA is rolling out the full 20X Bobcat lineup, comprising a new take on a legendary pocket pistol. Combining pocket concealment with enhanced comfort, durability and easy loading, all four distinctive models are now shipping: The Bug Out Bag, Do It Yourself, In Case of Emergency, and You're on Your Own.

“We focused on ergonomics, accessibility and real-world usability—especially for those who need something ultra-reliable and easy to operate under stress, said Logan Killan, Beretta USA pistol product manager. “This lineup isn’t just about how small it carries—it’s about how confidently it shoots.”

A small, concealable pistol built for mobility, the Beretta 20X Bobcat uses the Effortless Loading System (ELS), which consists of a push-button, tip-up barrel that eliminates the need to rack the slide, making it well-suited for users with limited hand strength or dexterity. The dimensions for each 20X Bobcat model vary according to the different grip widths, barrel threading options or sights installed on each pistol. 

Other 20X Bobcat upgrades include:

  • Increased eight-round .22LR magazine capacity 
  • Repositioned controls for better accessibility
  • Skeletonized trigger and hammer for a 35-percent lighter pull
  • Dovetail slide cuts for optic-ready flexibility on select models 
  • Threaded barrel models come with factory-installed post-and-notch, blacked-out suppressor height sights 
  • New textured grips for improved comfort and control

The compact size and lightweight construction of each of the 20X Bobcat models make them easy to carry or fit into a pocket, backpack or survival kit without adding unnecessary bulk. The Beretta 20x Bobcat. MSRP for the models in the 20X Bobcat line varies from $549 to $599, and more information on these pistols as well as other products from Beretta USA is available at beretta.com.

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