Best pocket gun

Cal44

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So what is your idea of the best pocket gun around?

I'd nominate the S&W 642 or the old bodyguards like the S&W 49.

I have a 49 that is being paroled from the 10 day jail tomorrow, and will post a picture when I get it.

I suppose there might even be some semi-autos that qualify. :)

Pictures welcome. :D
 
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I think the M 38 and M49 are the best pocket pistols ever made.

The old M 40 and 42 are close seconds.

I'm not enamored of the new j frames built on the larger 357 frame: they feel clunky to me compared to the older J's.
 
I pocket carry my J-frames, but they all wear boot grips. I have to agree with Ralph7, the Seecamp is the perfect sized pocket pistol, but its stainless steel construction means it's a bit heavy. Mine is a .32ACP, and I have no interest in trying one in .380ACP. Attached is a photo of my .32 caliber handgun collection to give an idea of the size differences between a J-frame (432PD in .32 H&R Magnum, a CZ-70 (.32ACP), and my .32ACP Seecamp.

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Dave
 

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It depends on if you are referring to pocket carry or use...I doubt any semi-auto qualifies as more than a single shot firing through a pocket, so a Bodyguard/Centennial revolver wins out here.

Pocket carry opens up all sorts of options depending on its size...a 2 3/4" 500ES would be a good compromise between size and power...to some ;).
 
Pocket size

Depending on pocket size, .32 Seecamp or .380 Govt Colt. I've been challenged upon the effectiveness of either round but never have someone take me up on my offer of being on the receiving end and giving me an objective comparison to a more powerful round
 
MP340. When I buy pants, I make sure the front pocket has room:
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I carried a J frame for over 40 years and recently got an M&P .380 for pocket carry. Either is perfect and the choice between revolver or semi auto is just personal. Don't fall victim to the caliber wars, anything from a .32, .380 or .38 will get the job done. Caliber only becomes important for street cops.
 
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