[zappadragon]

OK so its time to get my next gun and I am not sure what to get. I think I narrowed it down to a .380. Then I had thought I had it nailed with the Bersa .380 because it fit my budget. Then in searching the forum I ran across the Colt Mustang .380 and WOW now I am trying to figure out what to due. Save more money and wait to find a good used Mustang or just get the Bresa? Why does this hobby have to be so habbit forming.

[wally]

If you plan to shoot it a lot I'd get the Bersa. The Mustangs are starting to have collector appeal and cost too much for a range gun IMHO. If you plan on carry, the Mustang would be better, but for the same size/weight/price you could probably get a used Kahr in 9mm or .40S&W which would be much more effective should you ever actually need it!

--wally.

[12 Volt Man]

If you plan to carry the gun, also look at the Kel-Tec P3AT. I just picked one of those up and I have been extremely impressed with this "mouse gun". Much more accurate that I expected. With the right pocket holster the gun disapears in your pocket.

If you are set on one of the two you have mentioned, then my vote goes to the Bersa.

[Walt Sherrill]

Plus, note that .380 ammo is typically more expensive than 9mm...

A Kahr P9 would be superior in most respects. (I have a P3AT and hope to get a P9, soon.)

[u084708]

I agree with Walt, as per the Kahr P9. I have a Kahr P9 Covert (shorter grip than the P9) and I love it - accurate, relieabl, and reasonable weight, and the shorter grip helps a good deal with CCW aspects. A great gun and chepaer to shoot than a .38. :)

[Stevel]

Feel free to correct me if I'm wrong, but I thought the Mustang was a single action. This would preety much require a holster or elimate condition one carry in a pocket.

[Northslope Nimrod]

I wouldn't spend a lot on a .380 due to cost of bullets. The Bersa isn't bad due to being inexpensive....but if you intend to shoot it a lot I agree with the others......get a 9mm.

[Wilson 17&26]

The P-3AT weighs 10oz loaded and can be purchased for about $220 at gunshows in north central Texas.
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[PowderBurn]

The P-3AT weighs 10oz loaded


Your pic must be about actual size then :D

[P95Carry]

I have P3AT and Bersa Thunder - and would choose Bersa over the KelTec ...if I can accomodate it. It is of course heavier, robust and, because of weight easier to shoot accurately. IMO

The Bersa is, (ask Horge) a very worthwhile piece to own.


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