The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - Is the 380ACP "really" an adequate self defense gun?

TailGator · February 4, 2019, 10:48 AM

A decent loading of .380 is a good round for self defense. Is 9x19 better? Yes, but that doesn't make .380 ineffective. The smaller round has the advantage of allowing smaller pistols to be designed around it, truly pocket sized. Carry and concealment is different for a woman, something I have been made aware of being married for 35 years and having two grown daughters. They very often need/want the smaller pistol for better concealment in clothes that they consider stylish and attractive. OP, your daughter has to be comfortable carrying AND firing this pistol before you buy. Only she can decide what is comfortable for her in her circumstances.

February 4, 2019, 10:48 AM	#33
TailGator Senior Member Join Date: May 8, 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 3,787	A decent loading of .380 is a good round for self defense. Is 9x19 better? Yes, but that doesn't make .380 ineffective. The smaller round has the advantage of allowing smaller pistols to be designed around it, truly pocket sized. Carry and concealment is different for a woman, something I have been made aware of being married for 35 years and having two grown daughters. They very often need/want the smaller pistol for better concealment in clothes that they consider stylish and attractive. OP, your daughter has to be comfortable carrying AND firing this pistol before you buy. Only she can decide what is comfortable for her in her circumstances.