Another "Looking for a handgun for my wife" posting.

[oldrevolverguy]

You are doing the right thing already. I went through this routine with my wife who had never touched a firearm before we got together. After trying a variety of weapons in both dry and live fire, she settled on a Glock 19. Even though it was larger than I had in my mind ultimately what we think is irrelevent. Do not stretch out the process to the point that she loses enthusiasm for it. She has selected a classic, beutifully made, effective firearm. Stop analyzing and buy her what she has stated that she wants.

 

[psyopspec]

Another "you and her should surf over to www.corneredcat.com" response.

 

[bang_bang]

Might consider one of these, or a similar styled one (since there aren't too many people on this forum that like Para Ordnance). This particular model is a 10+1 45 ACP that is similar in size to that of a Kel-Tec P11 9mm. A little bit heavier, but all metal.





This is kind of the hi-cap version, so the grip is fat. The regular 7+1 1911's with 3 inch barrels would fit the bill.

 

[Bubba613]

Most handguns will work well against most wives. While you can never be assured of a one stop shot, wives typically don't have the muscle and body bulk to resist many bullets. Occasionally you encounter a wife high on crack, with PMS, or something. A simple "Mozambique drill", two to the body, one to the head, will stop the wife.
SInce you usually encounter a wife in an enclosed space, like a house or shopping mall, you want something that won't recoil or flash a lot. So I wouldn't recommend .357mag. A light .38 maybe even a HBWC ought to be enough for most wives. If you want a semi even a .380 ought to be effective. I might recommend if you use 9mm to have a fmj round or so as many wives have been found wearing body armor.
The rule remains, carry what you're comfortable carrying. Confidence in your weapon along with regular practice and training will make you a formidable foe to any wife seeking to mess with you.

 

[Six]

Disturbingly amusing.