A behemoth like me can tote anything smaller than a box of Wheaties and do OK, but smaller folks can't.
I've fit someladies out with carry weapons. By and large, the smaller weapons are much harder to shoot, just easier to tote concealed.
If you prefer a revolver,and many women do, the little J frame S&W works fine. I recommend the 3 inch bbl, better sight radius and a little less flash in low light. The Airweight versions are super light and unobtrusive.Just remember that even mild 38 loads recoil like heavy ones in super light weapons.
As for autos, there's a messa good'uns, and some garbage out there. Some of the PPK clones and copies give good service in a small package, considering the limitations of the 380 cartridge.
A caveat, whatever you choose, run plenty of ammo through it both to establish whether it's reliable and for practice.
Finally, any time it's a good idea to carry a gun, it's a better idea to carry two.
Good luck and be safe...
I've fit someladies out with carry weapons. By and large, the smaller weapons are much harder to shoot, just easier to tote concealed.
If you prefer a revolver,and many women do, the little J frame S&W works fine. I recommend the 3 inch bbl, better sight radius and a little less flash in low light. The Airweight versions are super light and unobtrusive.Just remember that even mild 38 loads recoil like heavy ones in super light weapons.
As for autos, there's a messa good'uns, and some garbage out there. Some of the PPK clones and copies give good service in a small package, considering the limitations of the 380 cartridge.
A caveat, whatever you choose, run plenty of ammo through it both to establish whether it's reliable and for practice.
Finally, any time it's a good idea to carry a gun, it's a better idea to carry two.
Good luck and be safe...