FEG PA63--calibers?

[Don Gwinn]

What calibers are available in the FEG PA63 (the Walther clone?) I've heard 9mm Makarov (I think that's 9x18) but what else is available? Can I get the same gun in .32 or .380, for instance? I'd like such a small, cheap auto in a light caliber for my fiance to play with--but she tried one at a gun show once and thought the slide was too hard to rack.
This gun would not be used for combat, ever, so something like .32 would be fine and perhaps the recoil spring would be lighter?

 

[Tecolote]

Plenty of info over at www.makarov.com

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So many pistols, so little money.

 

[Matt VDW]

If you want something small, light and cheap to play with at the range, why not get a Ruger 22/45 with a short barrel? It would be easier to operate, easier to shoot, and much cheaper to feed.

I used to have a FEG PA63 in 9x18mm (9mm Makarov) and while it was a good pistol, it wasn't my idea of a fun gun. The combination of blowback operation with a light frame and a narrow grip gave the recoil a sharp, stinging sensation.

 

[Dr.Rob]

It can be had in .380 as the AP9 or in 22 as an SMC (smaller version 6 shots).

Dr.Rob

 

[Don Gwinn]

Matt, I've already got a Ruger MkI but it's got a 5.5 in. bull barrel. I love it, she likes it but would like something smaller and lighter. You have a point. But I was interested in something different (not to mention cheap.)
Thanks folks.