Good information, and yes it would seem the definition of "pocket pistol" has changed. However, today, I don't think the casual definition of such includes many of the sub-compact size guns (Glock 42, Glock 43, Shield, Hellcat, Sig 365) and many snubbies that may have been considered a coat pocket pistol size of yesteryear. Same with the Colt Pocket 1903's and 1908'sWhat you call "micro guns" were once known as Vest Pocket Pistols.
A Pocket Pistol would go in a coat pocket or roomy pants pocket.
In muzzleloading days, there was the Overcoat Pocket Pistol.
The only I would truly call a "pocket pistol" is my Colt Jr. in .25 ACP from around 1958. It was NIB - until I inherited it. For such a short barrel and unusable sights, it is surprisingly accurate at 30 feet.
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These next two are just a bit large to be called "pocket pistols".
A Colt 1903 Hammerless from 1911 in .32 ACP. Its barrel is worn to the point that it isn't accurate beyond 30 feet.
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And an Astra Constable in .380, purchased in the mid-70s. It is actually slightly smaller than the Hammerless (height & length) but slightly thicker because of its caliber.
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This is an accidental collection. It just happened. They are shown in order of acquisition.
Beretta 1919, Colt 1908 Vest Pocket, Baby Browning, FN M1906.
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I do have a old Chief's Special revolver but that is a full size cartridge.
All of those are in 6.35x16mm SR. Sometimes known as .25 ACP.What caliber are they?
All of those are in 6.35x16mm SR. Sometimes known as .25 ACP.
Interesting, as I had more issues with the 238 than I have had with the original Ruger lcp in .380, maybe because I changed the spring and guide rod. I also replaced the mag release spring in the 238 which improved it and prevented the extended mag from dropping during firing of round nose bullets. FYI when carrying critical defense ammo because of the taper of the bullet, it did not cause the mag release issue in mine, only stuff like blazer RN. I mention this because some ammo can cause problems in different guns.View attachment 1061670
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Only 2 I currently own. I wouldn't trust the Ruger enough to carry it even as a backup, but I suppose I could use it like a very non-ergonomic rock.
Well, Keltec did, anyway.I’ve carried a lot of things in my pockets. All time favorite pistol for pocket carry is the Ruger LCP. I just think they really knocked it out of the park and I haven’t come across anything better to date.
Looks like you lost your ejector as well. Mine is missing too. I did like shooting it while it was in.The only I would truly call a "pocket pistol" is my Colt Jr. in .25 ACP from around 1958. It was NIB - until I inherited it. For such a short barrel and unusable sights, it is surprisingly accurate at 30 feet.
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These next two are just a bit large to be called "pocket pistols".
A Colt 1903 Hammerless from 1911 in .32 ACP. Its barrel is worn to the point that it isn't accurate beyond 30 feet.
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And an Astra Constable in .380, purchased in the mid-70s. It is actually slightly smaller than the Hammerless (height & length) but slightly thicker because of its caliber.
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Did it still eject when fired? Most blowbacks will and only really require an extractor for clearing a live round from the chamber.Looks like you lost your ejector as well. Mine is missing too. I did like shooting it while it was in.
Hermann won't be needing it....
I actually think it did. I shot it at the range, got home and realized it and the spring were long gone.Did it still eject when fired? Most blowbacks will and only really require an extractor for clearing a live round from the chamber.