.32ACP is the cartridge--but what weapon?

A mouse is a mouse. I wouldn't recommend a .32 as a primary defensive weapon in any case. A good 38 cal revolver or 380 auto is about the minimum for a defensive weapon. Shooting a target at arm's length requires proper training (esp. so you don't shoot yourself).

I'd re-think your parameters.
 
Spartacus...and Wishbone...

It's easy. At first, my Guardian choked on a few brands of ammo also. I sent the president of NAA an e-mail telling him (nicely) that I was unhappy and described the problem. He put's his e-mail addy right on the NAA website and he's a good guy. I sent my Guardian to the NAA service dept. and it was back in less than two weeks. It's been perfect, even with those hot Cor-Bon's, ever since. Just send yours back and NAA will make it right--No muss, no fuss.

Wishbone: My Guardian is stuffed full of Magsafes. I read that article too, but I've always carried Magsafes in my Guardian. I put about 100 rounds of Magsafe through my Guardian (some into meat, just to see the results) and it ate every one. I feel comfortable in those ***damn dark parking garages in downtown Louisville with a Guardian full of Magsafes in my Hedley back pocket holster.

KR
 
I had a Guardian 32 untill recently....It is a great looking gun, and seems to be built well too. However it goes back to how it feels to "you" when you shoot it and carry it. My NAA 32 bit my finger on every shot. I found myself trying to regrip after each shot as well. When it comes to the cary part..the addition weight made it somewhat uncomfortable for "me" to carry it in my front pocket and I had a difficult time when trying to get it out of a rear pocket holster.
I deffinately think there is a need for a "mouse gun" and will soon try the p32. Once again...it has to feel right to YOU.
 
What is the significance of the knife next to those two little handguns? What are the supposed to make the viewer think? Is the knife next to each gun an equivalent in a confrontation? I mean you could put a sword next to a Mauser, I just didn't quite get that pic.
 
dirtbrokegundude,

What is the significance of the knife next to those two little handguns? What are the supposed to make the viewer think? Is the knife next to each gun an equivalent in a confrontation? I mean you could put a sword next to a Mauser, I just didn't quite get that pic.
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It's a law. You can't take a picture of a pistol without there being a knife in the photo. Everyone knows that. ;)

"Equivalent in a confrontation"? Well, I suppose if wielded with a good level of skill, either of those two tiny blades could do someone serious or fatal harm. Either of those two "little handguns" are more than capable of killing an assailant with one shot. Ask Nathaniel Brazil's teacher; his last words were probably "That's just a .25! You couldn't hurt a fly with one of tho...".
 
A. I agree with those who say she should pick it out for herself.

B. My Beretta Tomcat has done well by me. It's wise to tap the mags once they're loaded to prevent rimlock, but I would do that with any autoloader anyway.
 
First: I have carried Magsafe ammo since the early 1990's. I feel very comfortable with it, notwithstanding the pundits who are against it.

Second, I'm interested in the RBCD ammo, I find its concept interesting. I've just not seen enough data on it to form an opinion.

Third, both my Seecamp and Guardian 32 seems to get lost in my pocket. I've never considered its weight to be a liability, given its footprint which is far smaller than the P32. Although, I wish my Guardian 380 was lighter. I am very vocal on the NAA board advocating an alloy G380.

Fourth, a knife or any other edged weapon is just another tool that guys migrate to. Its like your pecker, always ready to take care of business, so to speak. I've yet to meet a guy who liked guns didn't like knifes. Its just a genetic kind of thing. Think of women, I have yet to meet one who was able not to nag about something at least once an hour.
 
The P-32 is my choice and I've been carrying one as a LEO backup weapon for two years and my hardchromed slide model has yet to malfunction.

7th
 
I would recommend the NAA Guardian. I have carried a Guardian for about two years without any problems. The quality of these little blow-back pocket automatics is excellent. They are actually manufactured by Kahr and assembled by NAA. The Guardian weighs just enough to counteract the .32acp in rapid fire at combat ranges. The Guardian's sights are cosmetic and useless at combat ranges.

My Guardian digests all brands of .32acp, including hollowpoints and silvertips. I have experienced no malfunctions, design defects, or manufacturing errors. However, NAA has a reputation for excellent customer service and they go out of their way to make things more than right.

My Guardian is equipped with the NAA custom wood grips and a Sharkskin pocket holster. I prefer the custom woodgrips over the factory grips since the larger wooden grips control recoil and allow my large hands a better purchase on the firearm. This is a "carry-a-lot and shoot little handgun" that should last a lifetime.

As stated by other posters, NAA's president is completely accessible to the public and he and the other team members at NAA will do anything to solve a problem or to help a customer.

While the Kel-Tec P32 is extremely popular, lightweight, and slim in design, I wasn't impressed with its construction, design, or quality. Upon disassembly, my confidence in Kel-Tec's component parts and design became even worse. The guide rod is flimsy and cheaply designed and I also have no confidence in Kel-Tec's metal springs and guide rails. However, many of my friends carry the Kel-Tec and are satisfied with it.

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I guess since Summer is soon upon us, the topic of the little .32acp's have come up yet again. I've already seen several .32acp posts. I wonder whether there are any new designs for the .32acp platform in the future.:)
 
How about a Makarov? Concealable, reliable, and certainly more powerful than a .32 auto. I second the notion that any woman worth protecting is worth being given something better to save her own life with!
 
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