heypete
Member
Greetings all,
I'm looking for a small concealed-carry/back-up gun, and the PPK/Thunder seems to fit the bill exactly.
They both look to be the exact same pistol, and indeed, share magazines. The Thunder has a small advantage of having an actual slide release, while the PPK does not. Not really a big deal, I suppose, but something to keep in mind.
Any real-world experiences with either/both the Thunder or the PPK? The Thunder's about half the price of the PPK, but fits exactly the same (quite comfortably, that is) in my hand. None of the ranges around here rend them, so I can't try it out before I buy. I realize that a .380 in such a small-frame pistol will be pretty snappy, but that's not a problem.
How's the workmanship on both pistols? Does one have any particular problems with longevity, wear, or other issues related to frequent firing?
I'm looking to get a good pistol, of course, but at a modest price. I'm not sure which worries me more: the Bersa being half the price of the PPK (thus suggesting less quality), or the PPK being twice the price of the Bersa (suggesting over-pricing based on brand recognition).
Comments?
I'm looking for a small concealed-carry/back-up gun, and the PPK/Thunder seems to fit the bill exactly.
They both look to be the exact same pistol, and indeed, share magazines. The Thunder has a small advantage of having an actual slide release, while the PPK does not. Not really a big deal, I suppose, but something to keep in mind.
Any real-world experiences with either/both the Thunder or the PPK? The Thunder's about half the price of the PPK, but fits exactly the same (quite comfortably, that is) in my hand. None of the ranges around here rend them, so I can't try it out before I buy. I realize that a .380 in such a small-frame pistol will be pretty snappy, but that's not a problem.
How's the workmanship on both pistols? Does one have any particular problems with longevity, wear, or other issues related to frequent firing?
I'm looking to get a good pistol, of course, but at a modest price. I'm not sure which worries me more: the Bersa being half the price of the PPK (thus suggesting less quality), or the PPK being twice the price of the Bersa (suggesting over-pricing based on brand recognition).
Comments?