Joe Williams
Shooter
- Jun 26, 2008
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Looking for a small backup gun for Cathy, for when circumstances or clothing doesn't permit her to carry a bigger gun. She's handled and likes the feel of both guns. The Kel-Tec is a little cheaper, not as finely finished, doesn't have a slide stop. I'm not sure in this case the slide stop is a big factor, since the one on the Ruger is so small as to be next to useless anyway.
She's a little recoil shy, and isn't particularly fond of a snappy gun. I've never fired a .32 ACP of any size or shape, and never fired a .380 as small as the LCP. I've heard some folks say the LCP is snappy, and some say it stings a bit. Would the .32 be a little more pleasant (relatively speaking) to to shoot? Obviously, I want her to practice with her mouse gun as well as her full size gun, and it's hard to practice well if you dread pulling the trigger!! If anyone can provide a first hand comparison between the two it sure would be useful.
I'm aware of the limitations of both calibers. I consider both to be... minimal... at best. I figure the slightly lower "power" of the .32 is offset by the additional round it carries. In any case, it beats spitting on someone.
She's a little recoil shy, and isn't particularly fond of a snappy gun. I've never fired a .32 ACP of any size or shape, and never fired a .380 as small as the LCP. I've heard some folks say the LCP is snappy, and some say it stings a bit. Would the .32 be a little more pleasant (relatively speaking) to to shoot? Obviously, I want her to practice with her mouse gun as well as her full size gun, and it's hard to practice well if you dread pulling the trigger!! If anyone can provide a first hand comparison between the two it sure would be useful.
I'm aware of the limitations of both calibers. I consider both to be... minimal... at best. I figure the slightly lower "power" of the .32 is offset by the additional round it carries. In any case, it beats spitting on someone.