Quote Originally Posted by GeneCC View Post
Handgun? If he will not train routinely he should carry a 38 revolver, preferably in an ankle or crotch holster. Alternately the 327 Magnum might be good but he won't get one for under $500.00

If he will train than I'd recommend the Ruger LCP or one of close relatives. The 380 is a fine round for self defense with a handgun against a single assailant.
This is terrible advice. Short barrel double action revolvers are some of the most difficult handguns to shoot well, especially without regular use.

A typically stiff double action trigger compounded by an extremely short sight radius and lack of good sights makes the snub nose revolver an experts gun, not a beginners.