OK, can we please stop calling the CZ-82 a 380? It's a 9x18, or 9mm Makarov. It's not the same round as a 380 (9x17, 9mm Short, or 9mm Kurz), just like it's not the same round as a 9mm. [/rant]
OP, I have a similar situation. I live in a rented townhouse with neighbors on both sides. I also feel your pain at trying to find quality 9mm Makarov defense ammo locally, and am getting ready to bite the bullet (te he) and order some online.
For me, I believe in a layered HD firearm selection. I keep handguns close at night, but I also have a long gun behind the bed (at one time a 10/22 loaded with CCI Stingers) and a 12 guage in the closet, with shells close by. The shotgun is a family gun, otherwise my HD shotgun would be a Rem 870 youth model 20 guage that I had for a while. Right now, my "behind the bed" gun is a 9mm Carbine. Whatever you use, don't consider it an "either-or" question. Have both handy, because the need to check something in your apartment may warrant using the CZ, while barricading yourself in your bedroom may warrant a long gun.
OP, I have a similar situation. I live in a rented townhouse with neighbors on both sides. I also feel your pain at trying to find quality 9mm Makarov defense ammo locally, and am getting ready to bite the bullet (te he) and order some online.
For me, I believe in a layered HD firearm selection. I keep handguns close at night, but I also have a long gun behind the bed (at one time a 10/22 loaded with CCI Stingers) and a 12 guage in the closet, with shells close by. The shotgun is a family gun, otherwise my HD shotgun would be a Rem 870 youth model 20 guage that I had for a while. Right now, my "behind the bed" gun is a 9mm Carbine. Whatever you use, don't consider it an "either-or" question. Have both handy, because the need to check something in your apartment may warrant using the CZ, while barricading yourself in your bedroom may warrant a long gun.