What would be your first choice 32 caliber gun for defense?

Cal44 · Apr 27, 2024

For me it would be my 331ti 2in, 32 H&R magnum.

I pocket carry, and like to keep the weight to a minimum.

I also don't like s&w internal lock guns for defense, although I've never had one fail on me.

junglefighter · Apr 27, 2024

If I am to carry a 32 caliber handgun it would be a Walther PPK or PPK/S. 32acp in FMJ is still a decent self defense round,not my choice,but I like the Walther.

sigp220.45 · Apr 27, 2024

Colt Pocket Hammerless.

(Yes, I know if I drop it it may go off and kill a gunwriter. I don’t care.)

TJm15.38 · Apr 27, 2024

This one; Kel-Tec P32 on a belt clip.

AJ · Apr 27, 2024

I have a S&W 30-1 snub nose, that has had the chambers reamed out to ,32 H&R Magnum. Carries well and shoots well.

gerhard1 · Apr 27, 2024

Either this Colt Police Positive Special:

or this S&W model 30

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erikpolcrack · Apr 27, 2024

TJm15.38 said:
This one; Kel-Tec P32 on a belt clip.

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Same here!

BB57 · Apr 27, 2024

My preferred .32 is a Walther PP in .32 ACP.

The .32 ACP takes a bigger hit than even the .380 ACP in shorter barrels. However the 3.9” barrel of the PP is sufficient to launch a 60 gr XTP at 1000 fps. At that velocity it will expand nicely and penetrate about 13”. You also have 8 plus 1 rounds in the PP.

75 gr cast bullets are also popular as a self defense load but they will not expand regardless of velocity and over penetrate, 27” in this case.

75 gr cast flat point (top) and Hornady 60 gr XTP (bottom.

Model 15-4ever · Apr 27, 2024

So many .32s, so little time....

shell627 · Apr 27, 2024

Another vote for the walther pp.Probably just stick with a hot ball.

Model 15-4ever · Apr 27, 2024

noonster · Apr 27, 2024

If deep conceal isn’t a problem anything that shoots 327 mag is gonna be a winner. Otherwise, I go to an I-frame or the equivalent or the little stowaway kel-tek with clip.

Hair Trigger · Apr 27, 2024

Model 15-4ever said:
So many .32s, so little time....

What's the story on your US Property marked Model M? I've got one too, and since it's my only .32 caliber handgun, I suppose it would be my first choice in that caliber for defense. Mine belonged to my stepdad, he carried it in WWII.

bushmaster1313 · Apr 28, 2024

Škorpion vz. 61

alwslate · Apr 28, 2024

One of my model 1935 Berettas with S&B FMJ ammo.

target tech · Apr 28, 2024

Winchester 1894 .32 special

D Brown · Apr 28, 2024

I pocket carry my Model 31-1 in a GALCO pocket holster. I used a reamer to extend the chamber length to accommodate the .32 Magnum and that's what it's loaded with.

If someone is horrified by the fact that I pocket carry an exposed hammer revolver, I will note that I have practiced hundreds of pocket presentations and have never managed to get the hammer to snag on the draw. Not even once.

That's my experience. Other people may have different results due to differences in presentation, hand size, pocket size, etc.

45Smashemflat · Apr 28, 2024

Always wanted a Model M Colt. Sorta prefer the 380, but would not turn down a 32. I just think they are classy.

For me, right now, it’s a Kel Tec. I’d like to try a Seecamp, but I’ve never found one of those locally either…

Telecaster · Apr 28, 2024

Ruger SP101

hardknocks · Apr 28, 2024

32 choices

The 32 magnum holds 6
The CZ holds 10 (mine does)
Hmmmm not sure what one I would choose.
Anyhow I love shooting 32s.

What would be your first choice 32 caliber gun for defense?

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