S&w 380

[distra]

I've only owned one other 380 auto a Browning BDA and really did not like the pistol much. Sold it a few years ago. I've shot several LCP's, a Kahr, and a KelTec 3AT. I found a nice little S&W 380 (sigma 380) on sale at the local toy store. Decent price and gun is good shape so I bought it. I read several mixed reviews on these pistols, but decided to pick it up as a BUG anyway. I shot it for the first time this weekend and it's really a nice shooting pistol. I was a bit shocked how accurate and comfortable the pistol is to shoot. The mag release is a bit odd, but for a BUG it should not be a problem. This pistol is a no frills pistol for sure, but for a pocket gun it seems to be working great. Slightly smaller that my PF9, but a little thicker than the Bodyguard and LCP. Too bad S&W didn't develop these further...

 

[06]

Gave my son my Colt gub style 380. Picked up a Sig 232 in 380 that I like a lot. Have never owned a S&W but bet they are nice shooters. I like the "mini 45s" for the lighter weight and slimmer design. Getting lazier in my old age.

 

[makarovnik]

That Smith wasn't made for very long. No offense but it's built only slightly better than many of the Saturday Night Specials that get such a bad rap. I don't think the slide is steel and that's a problem for a .380 unless it's a big ol' Hi-Point. I'm sure others will correct me .

You didn't like the BDA? OMG.

 

[distra]

That Smith wasn't made for very long. No offense but it's built only slightly better than many of the Saturday Night Specials that get such a bad rap. I don't think the slide is steel and that's a problem for a .380 unless it's a big ol' Hi-Point. I'm sure others will correct me .

You didn't like the BDA? OMG.

I think you are correct it was made in the late '90s, but S&W will repair or replace it if it has problems. That's one reason I didn't mind picking it up. As for the BDA, it was a ok gun, but it was not too fun to shoot. Just never really liked it.