Being an old soldier (24 yrs) and my love for my 45 (well the US govt.) and my wheel guns, I never thought I'd buy ANY semi except a .45 cal 1911. I am a believer of bigger holes are better than tiny holes if you're going to have to defend yourself. I would never ever buy or use a .380…. I've shot the typical "raved" about .380s BUT I dislike the sharp recoil. It distractes me from aiming double/triple taps (don't use .38 +Ps) accurately.
I started carrying CCW with a SW 442 .38. I wanted a slimmer weapon so being convinced a semi 9mm can do it adequately, I actually bought the Taurus PT 709 Slim 9mm. Very good weapon and shoots accurately out to 25 yds for me. I trust it as much as my .38. Problem was I needed/wanted a CCW that I can just "snatch and carry" when running, mtn biking, or walks with wife. After researching 6+ months, I was down to the Walther or Sig P238. After 10 gun shops, Cabelas and 6+/-visits at BPS - Springfield, MO, I bought the Sig-P238.
The next day I put 50 rds through it at 5 and 7 yds with one failure to eject. My P238 shoots 3"s low and on line with windage. At 7 yds I can put 6 rds in a 2" circle!!!! Really, did it THREE times! Now I can't even do this with my 45, 38, or my 9mm. I can group easily to 2" with my Buckmark .22 and my "keep to the grave" SW 586 .357 mag that I hunt deer with. Amazing handgun this P238 is and I truly like the 1911 features. To me it's a Mimi 45 AND, I can pop out 50 rds with no pain.
Do suggest if you decide on a .380 and “if in doubt” which .380 to buy, I encourage you try the Sig-P238. Costs more than other .380s but to me if the weapon fits your hand and is comfortable -- buy it. To me, total confidence in your weapon in a life/death situation is more important than $$$. Being a Marine Vietnam Vet I know.
Now for an IWB and a pocket holster. Why is it as hard to buy a holster as buying the perfect handgun? (Rhetorical question)
Remember those young military men and women still risking THEIR lives for us and for freedom.
Have a great day.
Ole Ed
I started carrying CCW with a SW 442 .38. I wanted a slimmer weapon so being convinced a semi 9mm can do it adequately, I actually bought the Taurus PT 709 Slim 9mm. Very good weapon and shoots accurately out to 25 yds for me. I trust it as much as my .38. Problem was I needed/wanted a CCW that I can just "snatch and carry" when running, mtn biking, or walks with wife. After researching 6+ months, I was down to the Walther or Sig P238. After 10 gun shops, Cabelas and 6+/-visits at BPS - Springfield, MO, I bought the Sig-P238.
The next day I put 50 rds through it at 5 and 7 yds with one failure to eject. My P238 shoots 3"s low and on line with windage. At 7 yds I can put 6 rds in a 2" circle!!!! Really, did it THREE times! Now I can't even do this with my 45, 38, or my 9mm. I can group easily to 2" with my Buckmark .22 and my "keep to the grave" SW 586 .357 mag that I hunt deer with. Amazing handgun this P238 is and I truly like the 1911 features. To me it's a Mimi 45 AND, I can pop out 50 rds with no pain.
Do suggest if you decide on a .380 and “if in doubt” which .380 to buy, I encourage you try the Sig-P238. Costs more than other .380s but to me if the weapon fits your hand and is comfortable -- buy it. To me, total confidence in your weapon in a life/death situation is more important than $$$. Being a Marine Vietnam Vet I know.
Now for an IWB and a pocket holster. Why is it as hard to buy a holster as buying the perfect handgun? (Rhetorical question)
Remember those young military men and women still risking THEIR lives for us and for freedom.
Have a great day.
Ole Ed
