Interesting read from the past.
It still amazes me that when ever 32 cal guns are talked about and esp the 327 Magnum.
The poo pooers come out in droves to disparage the choice. Its almost like a compulsion.
They tend to focus on a specif aspect and tout that as a reason NOT to even think about the caliber.
We tend to be over sensitive also. Usually turn it into poop flinging contest.
They miss the whole point entirely. The 32's and esp the 327 magnum are not one trick ponies. True they are not the best for any one choice, but when you look at all the roles that a 32 can and do fill.
It turns them into a absolute no brainer.
Not entirely their fault. The Gun mags and manufactures fostered the idea.
For us its a painful blessing???
Sure we want respect for the caliber. But on the other hand. We really like that you can find some examples of some very very good fire arms that we can buy at a fraction of the going rate for one in 38 cal. Sort of like having a super secret that only we know about.
Sooo Shhhhhhhhh
In my world, if it ever comes too it and we only one choice for a hand gun.
I keep my Ruger single 7 5.5 inch in 327 magnum.
Can fill all my needs, except maybe bear defense. Its is accurate enough though maybe a get a lucky eye shot as I try to run away.