ACCOKEEK, MD Beretta U.S.A. announced today that it has reduced the price of its popular polymer pistol - the Beretta Px4 Storm. The Px4 Storm is now available for about $500.

Since it was first launched in 2003, the Px4 has been a recognized for its superior technological features and its myriad of customization options. Available in two operating systems, and three calibers (9mm, .40 S&W and .45 ACP), the pistol makes a great Father's Day gift.

One of the first pistols to be adaptable to hand size with interchangeable back straps and with a unique, recoil absorbing, rotary barrel design, the Px4 is available in full size, compact and sub-compact models. "Because the Px4 Storm is available in so many models, it's ideal for a wide range of use- from home protection to concealed carry to target shooting," said Ryan Muety, Director of Marketing and Consumer Direct at Beretta U.S. A. "This pistol has always had a great price per value story, and now we're able to offer it at an even lower price."

According to Gabriele de Plano, Vice President of Tactical Marketing at Beretta U.S.A. the Px4 Storm surpasses the performance of the legendary Beretta 92 model and the military version, the Beretta M9. Because of this technology the Px4 Storm is noted for its reliability, durability and accuracy. It also uses the exclusive Beretta designed locked-breech with a rotating barrel system, the strongest action to date.

Beretta, established in 1526, is the oldest industrial dynasty in the world tracing its roots through 16 generations of continuous family ownership. Firearms bearing the Beretta name have been sold for almost 500 years. Beretta USA Corp. was founded in 1977 and supplies the standard sidearm to the U.S. Armed Forces. Today, Beretta manufactures, distributes and markets a complete line of firearms, accessories and apparel. Beretta also owns and operates six retail Beretta Gallery stores worldwide. For additional information, visit www.berettausa.com.