Beretta M38Beretta M38

Beretta MAB 38 — Italy’s Precision Submachine Classic The Beretta MAB 38 (Modello 38) debuted in 1938 as a finely engineered Italian submachine gun, quickly earning a reputation for accuracy and solid build quality. Initially issued to police units in Africa, the design was adapted for elite army troops and military police — a version with modified compensator and no bayonet became the battlefield favourite. Robust and reliable, the MAB 38 saw service across all WWII fronts and was even used by German, Romanian and Argentine forces after capture or export. Its tight tolerances and responsive trigger make it stand out from many contemporaries, which is why collectors and historians still praise it today. Handling a genuine MAB 38 at our Budapest shooting range is a rare chance to fire a piece of WWII history — an unforgettable daytime activity and a top entry on any list of unique things to do in Budapest. If you want a historic, cinematic submachine experience, this one delivers precision with every pull of the trigger. Seen in movies: – Italian and international WWII films and historical dramas that recreate Mediterranean and North African campaigns – Period action scenes where authentic WWII small arms are required – Military museum features and documentary re-enactments Featured in games: – WWII-themed shooters and historical mods that prioritise authentic firearms – Strategy and simulation titles focusing on Italian and Mediterranean theatres – Collector and weapons-mod communities that recreate vintage loadouts Used by militaries & forces: – Royal Italian Army (primary service) – Italian police units (initial issue in Africa) – German and Romanian forces (captured and reissued) – Argentine and other international units via post-war export and surplus Fun Fact: Although less famous than some WWII weapons, the MAB 38 is often hailed by firearms historians as one of the best-built submachine guns of the war — its precision engineering means surviving examples are highly prized by collectors and can still amaze non-shooters with how smooth and “mechanical” it feels when you fire it.