lightweight and easily concealed, but one that has a manual safety, since I occasionally have grandkids around. Any suggestions. Thanks!
2007-10-09 09:30:43 · 10 answers · asked by 60sdog 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
For my money the best is the Walther PPK in .32 cal. See this web site:
http://www.waltheramerica.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=13152&storeId=10002&productId=58943&langId=-1&parent_category_rn=43802&isFirearm=Y
It has a rolling block safety that physically moves the firing pin out of line with the hammer and the cartridge. It is a double action so it can be fired with the hammer down.
It does not have the knock down power of a .40, .45, or a .357 mag round but if you practice the 8 round mag and one up the spout will do for three-three round bursts into would be muggers. It is a semi-auto and small enough for carrying in a hand warmer type pocket or a small fanny pack.
2007-10-09 09:50:14 · answer #1 · answered by Coasty 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't suggest sacrificing efficiency for size. If it's too small to find quickly, it's of no use. I would recommend the Beretta BB-85 in 380.
A S&W Chiefs special in 38 +p with a bobbed hamer is a good one as well. It's a revolver with the hamer spur removed so to fire it, the trigger has to be pulled every time.
But in all honesty, if there is the slightest chance that the firearm could end up in the hands of a child, carry an auto but don't chamber a round. Practice the " Israeli Draw" where you draw the weapon with your strong hand and bring it to your chest, and as you push it forward toward your target, operate the slide with your off hand.
I commend you on your decision to carry the tools nessesary to protect your family.
My personal carry piece is a Sig 239 in 40 S&W. I use a pancake holster and it's served me well.
2007-10-09 09:58:37 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You are very wise. When I had a semi-auto around, I refused to even chamber a round, just in case the pistol fell out of my holster and got into the wrong hands for a few critical seconds. (Fortunately, this never happened).
Check out Taurus. I think some of their pocket pistols appear to have a manual thumb safety on the slide. (Verify with them, don't take my word.)
2007-10-09 09:43:01 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check out the Ruger LC 380 or the LC 9mm, both have manual safety and are very small and light at about 18 ounces plus 6/7 bullets.... Ruger reliability and reasonable price.
2014-07-31 05:56:46 · answer #4 · answered by Ron 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
smallest handgun manual safety pocket type pistol protection
2016-02-03 06:54:28 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A word of advice, if you are serious about getting a handgun for self defense, get something adequet. If you are NOT gun wise, get a double action .38 spl revolver, and practice with it till you are proficient at hitting tagets at 25 ft.A gun is just a tool, without the ability to handle it well, it can become a liability. A "pop gun" in calibers like .22LR, .25 auto, and .32 auto are way too unreliable to gamble your life on.
2007-10-10 00:43:45 · answer #6 · answered by WC 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The Beretta 3032 Tomcat in .32 ACP is very small and has a manual safety.
2007-10-09 09:44:42 · answer #7 · answered by Michael M 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are three weblinks below of which I'd say the first TWO are from a very reliable weapons manufacturer.
I'm not familiar with the third but it gives you an alternative.
Whatever you get....get what is comfortable to you!
2007-10-09 09:46:13 · answer #8 · answered by KC V ™ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Beretta Tomcat or Cheetah
2007-10-09 15:12:31 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ehm..
This system teaches how to react to thiefs at home or in the street http://www.goobypls.com/r/rd.asp?gid=563.
It's the best and simples self defence program I found on the internet.
Good Bye
2014-09-08 14:17:00 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋