cjz_sig said:
Holidays around the corner and momma is carrying a Sig P232 (only thing that doesn't hurt her arthritis in the thumb) primary. Been thinking she needs a bug.. but what kind? The NAA guardian probably ok size wise, but too much kick into the thumb base. What are other options to consider? The 22's, I've read are considered weapons of absolute last resort, so where to head? Kel-Tech is already out of the running (shape is bad in the hand). Or in such a situation a 22 ok?
Help!! Suggestions? Opinions?
Thanks!
The best back-up gun is the same model of the primary. My favorite back-up for my Sig P229 is my other Sig P229. The best back-up for a Sig P232 is another Sig P232.
There are several reasons:
1. All the practice time will be applicable to both primary and back-up. The shooter doesn't have to master two different guns and the transition between them.
2. The fastest reload is going to the back-up. Going to the back-up is so much faster than reloading the primary that this is the best plan of action. However, if the back-up is in a weaker cartridge, one is trading effectiveness for speed.
3. This is the only solution that allows the same spare magazines to be used in either the backup or primary. If the primary runs dry, transition to back-up. If the back-up runs dry, reload. Other approaches leave too much room for Mr. Murphy: not having a spare magazine, or having the wrong spare magazine in hand when a reload is needed.
4. The back-up gun may become the primary in some situations, so it is sub-optimal to have a significant step down in power. Depending on the holstering/carry configuration, the back-up gun might afford quicker access when seated, for example, so it will be the preferable choice when seated and when driving perhaps. In other situations, one might be able to get a hand on the back-up discretely while reaching for the primary would attract too much attention.
Michael Courtney