.38 vs .32

[GEM]

I have a SW 432 that I got because ...

It's very light and not recoiling much. The trigger pull is very stiff - going to get that worked on.

It's a casual light weight pocket gun or a BUG. I do have a 642.

About ammo - I found that Sportsman's Warehouse had the best price on the Federal ammo. I did get 100 rounds from a reloader for a great price but they do it only once in awhile.

 

[XLMiguel]

OK, let's remember that the whole point of having a gun here is self defense and it's real important that it be a tool you can handle effectively. Shot placement is what counts. Period. Pick what you can shoot well and practice (a lot).

But one must also remember that the sight on the front of a snubbie really isn't a 'sight', but rather a hook used to snag the barrel securely in the BG's nostril, ear canal, or belly button, thus insuring proper shot placement. As long as you're pumping lead into one of these orifaces with alacrity, the BG will likely get the hint that he/she/it should leave you alone

 

[40jjb]

38 spl vs. 32acp

I just did some test with cor bon in 32 acp, 380 acp and winchester soft point, The 38 spl. only penetrated 4"-5", and the 32acp & 380 penetrated 10"-13" all expanded. I think there is youre answer. the 380 acp, 32acp are better than the 38spl. when using the right ammo.