justinb138 0 #1 March 9, 2007 I've got a SA XD40 sub, but it's still a bit big for some situations, so I'm looking for something a bit smaller in either .32 or .380, leaning towards .380. Any of you gun people have any recommendations for something that's reliable and not too expensive? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gene03 0 #2 March 9, 2007 Try a large rock. If you carry a .380 you may be tempted to pull it in self defense. If you pull it you may be tempted to shoot some one with it. If you hit them with it, you just may really piss them off.“The only fool bigger than the person who knows it all is the person who argues with him. Stanislaw Jerzy Lec quotes (Polish writer, poet and satirist 1906-1966) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
warpedskydiver 0 #3 March 9, 2007 hey man 200lbs of force is like a sissy punching you hard with pencil. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
warpedskydiver 0 #4 March 9, 2007 Kahr arms kel tec baby glock titanium wheel gun? oh btw were you planning on being able to hit something with a pistol having a bbl that short? I hate it. to me if it doesn't fit your hand it won't shoot well for you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gene03 0 #5 March 9, 2007 I know, I was just parroting an old Jim Zumbo article from way back. DOOOOOFFFGHHH.“The only fool bigger than the person who knows it all is the person who argues with him. Stanislaw Jerzy Lec quotes (Polish writer, poet and satirist 1906-1966) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jm951 0 #6 March 9, 2007 Go to your local range, if they rent handguns, try several that fit the description. I'd recommend a small Glock in nothing under 9mm. You might want to look at the 45GAP. There is no substitute for bullet diameter, weight, velocity. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GQ_jumper 4 #7 March 9, 2007 A small revolver will work, like the kind you can fit in an ankle holster, just be aware that as was mentioned before your shot group is going to be a bit bigger.History does not long entrust the care of freedom to the weak or the timid. --Dwight D. Eisenhower Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ExAFO 0 #8 March 9, 2007 A very angry kitten. they fit in a backpack and have claws.Illinois needs a CCW Law. NOW. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
narcimund 0 #9 March 9, 2007 QuoteI've got a SA XD40 sub, but it's still a bit big for some situations, so I'm looking for something a bit smaller in either .32 or .380, leaning towards .380. Any of you gun people have any recommendations for something that's reliable and not too expensive? Like these other guys are saying, be sure to get something with a long barrel. After all, you won't be accurate at 100 feet with a short weapon and then where will you be when someone mugs you with a knife or breaks into your 100 foot long bedroom at night? 'Cause we all know sniper skills are critical for surprise combat self defense. First Class Citizen Twice Over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ahegeman 0 #10 March 9, 2007 QuoteTry a large rock. If you carry a .380 you may be tempted to pull it in self defense. If you pull it you may be tempted to shoot some one with it. If you hit them with it, you just may really piss them off. A large rock? Now that's just stupid. Use a small rock for better maneuverability it tight spaces. With a sling shot. Mocking the .380. Always a good time. It beats the hell out of nothing, though. And in a pinch they're good for opening those pesky non-twist off beers.--------------------------------------------------------------- There is a fine line between 'hobby' and 'mental illness'. --Dave Barry Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #11 March 9, 2007 Kel-tec p40Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GQ_jumper 4 #12 March 9, 2007 Like these other guys are saying, be sure to get something with a long barrel. After all, you won't be accurate at 100 feet with a short weapon and then where will you be when someone mugs you with a knife or breaks into your 100 foot long bedroom at night? 'Cause we all know sniper skills are critical for surprise combat self defense. Quote I've seen countless people throw rounds into the ground at 5 meters, having an accurate weapon that you can hande is a must at any range.History does not long entrust the care of freedom to the weak or the timid. --Dwight D. Eisenhower Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mnealtx 0 #13 March 9, 2007 Quoteyou just may really piss them off. My response to a friend that was talking about getting a Raven .25 for a home defense gun: "If you ever have to shoot someone with it, and they find out about it... Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ZigZagMarquis 9 #14 March 9, 2007 Get a .45 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites warpedskydiver 0 #15 March 9, 2007 BACK IN YOUR TRUNK! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites WGore 0 #16 March 9, 2007 Kel-Tec .380 small enough to hide in you hand. Get the hottest ammo you can find. If you need it screw it in their ear and pull the trigger. A 45 is much more effective but not always practical. Oh yeh practice with it every now and then.GUNFIRE, The sound of Freedom! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites narcimund 0 #17 March 9, 2007 QuoteBACK IN YOUR TRUNK! Thanks for yet another meaningful and thoughtful contribution. First Class Citizen Twice Over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ExAFO 0 #18 March 9, 2007 QuoteQuoteBACK IN YOUR TRUNK! Thanks for yet another meaningful and thoughtful contribution. Versus your whining and carping at all that doesn't benefit a tiny minority at the expense of the rest of civilization?Illinois needs a CCW Law. NOW. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites narcimund 0 #19 March 9, 2007 QuoteVersus your whining and carping at all that doesn't benefit a tiny minority at the expense of the rest of civilization? Your unwavering hatred for me amuses me over and over. First Class Citizen Twice Over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ExAFO 0 #20 March 9, 2007 QuoteQuoteVersus your whining and carping at all that doesn't benefit a tiny minority at the expense of the rest of civilization? Your unwavering hatred for me amuses me over and over. Hatred? No. Bemusment? Yes.Illinois needs a CCW Law. NOW. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Zipp0 1 #21 March 9, 2007 QuoteKel-tec p40 I looked at a Kel-Tec P11 and was not impressed. I love my IJ70 Makarov. That's what I recommend, if you can find one. It's between .380 and 9mm parabellum. -------------------------- Chuck Norris doesn't do push-ups, he pushes the Earth down. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mnealtx 0 #22 March 9, 2007 Maks seem to be gaining in popularity lately from what I've read. Edit: damn, realized I gave bad info, up there... I thought it was the Kel-Tec that I was reading about that was in .40, but it's not. My apologies.... it's the KAHR P40.Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites warpedskydiver 0 #23 March 9, 2007 They are well made but lack a decocking lever. I like a weapon without any safety that needs to be manipulated. (Sig, Glock etc.) Fumbling with a safety whiles wearing gloves, cold hands, or lack of dexterity can be a real problem. Kel Tec did make a .40cal but it was discontinued. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Zipp0 1 #24 March 9, 2007 Quote I like a weapon without any safety that needs to be manipulated. (Sig, Glock etc.) The thing is, I never shot a DA with a trigger as good as a DA/SA. That long trigger pull on every shot stinks. Maks are great. They are small, well made, very accurate due to the fixed barrel, and good follow-up shot ability due to low recoil. -------------------------- Chuck Norris doesn't do push-ups, he pushes the Earth down. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites DaVinci 0 #25 March 9, 2007 S&W laddy smith .357 Small, light, revolver. Almost the perfect carry piece Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 3 4 Next Page 1 of 4 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. 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mnealtx 0 #13 March 9, 2007 Quoteyou just may really piss them off. My response to a friend that was talking about getting a Raven .25 for a home defense gun: "If you ever have to shoot someone with it, and they find out about it... Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
warpedskydiver 0 #15 March 9, 2007 BACK IN YOUR TRUNK! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WGore 0 #16 March 9, 2007 Kel-Tec .380 small enough to hide in you hand. Get the hottest ammo you can find. If you need it screw it in their ear and pull the trigger. A 45 is much more effective but not always practical. Oh yeh practice with it every now and then.GUNFIRE, The sound of Freedom! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
narcimund 0 #17 March 9, 2007 QuoteBACK IN YOUR TRUNK! Thanks for yet another meaningful and thoughtful contribution. First Class Citizen Twice Over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ExAFO 0 #18 March 9, 2007 QuoteQuoteBACK IN YOUR TRUNK! Thanks for yet another meaningful and thoughtful contribution. Versus your whining and carping at all that doesn't benefit a tiny minority at the expense of the rest of civilization?Illinois needs a CCW Law. NOW. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
narcimund 0 #19 March 9, 2007 QuoteVersus your whining and carping at all that doesn't benefit a tiny minority at the expense of the rest of civilization? Your unwavering hatred for me amuses me over and over. First Class Citizen Twice Over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ExAFO 0 #20 March 9, 2007 QuoteQuoteVersus your whining and carping at all that doesn't benefit a tiny minority at the expense of the rest of civilization? Your unwavering hatred for me amuses me over and over. Hatred? No. Bemusment? Yes.Illinois needs a CCW Law. NOW. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zipp0 1 #21 March 9, 2007 QuoteKel-tec p40 I looked at a Kel-Tec P11 and was not impressed. I love my IJ70 Makarov. That's what I recommend, if you can find one. It's between .380 and 9mm parabellum. -------------------------- Chuck Norris doesn't do push-ups, he pushes the Earth down. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #22 March 9, 2007 Maks seem to be gaining in popularity lately from what I've read. Edit: damn, realized I gave bad info, up there... I thought it was the Kel-Tec that I was reading about that was in .40, but it's not. My apologies.... it's the KAHR P40.Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
warpedskydiver 0 #23 March 9, 2007 They are well made but lack a decocking lever. I like a weapon without any safety that needs to be manipulated. (Sig, Glock etc.) Fumbling with a safety whiles wearing gloves, cold hands, or lack of dexterity can be a real problem. Kel Tec did make a .40cal but it was discontinued. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zipp0 1 #24 March 9, 2007 Quote I like a weapon without any safety that needs to be manipulated. (Sig, Glock etc.) The thing is, I never shot a DA with a trigger as good as a DA/SA. That long trigger pull on every shot stinks. Maks are great. They are small, well made, very accurate due to the fixed barrel, and good follow-up shot ability due to low recoil. -------------------------- Chuck Norris doesn't do push-ups, he pushes the Earth down. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaVinci 0 #25 March 9, 2007 S&W laddy smith .357 Small, light, revolver. Almost the perfect carry piece Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
