I have a # of pistols, four of them in .380, a S&W BG; Beretta 84FS; Bersa Thunder Combat and Bersa Duotone CT. All are great firearms. I like the .380's because 1) the pistols are easily concealed; 2) today's .380 JHP round is adequate for close quarter self defense; and 3) .380 pistols and ammo are generally reasonably priced and available.