I'm a .32 acp guy

[cluznar]

I have sold all my .380's and 9mm's and now only own a Bersa .32 and a Kel Tec P-32 which are .32 acp. I have decided these two guns will be for home and carry. The .32 acp has very little recoil which allows for quick follow up shots and a .32 with fmj will go thru 4 layers of denim and penetrate 14 inches in gel. I now understand why the .32 was so popular to citizens in Europe for so many years. It is a shame that many Americans choose to ignore the .32 acp. They are very good guns and if someone is recoil sensitive they are easy on recoil.

[Grey Bearded One]

I have three Walther PPs in .32 ACP.

[Powerstroke7.3]

I wanted a 32 kel tec but I found a kel tec 380 for $70 . couldn't pass it up .

[bluetrane2028]

I wanted a 32 kel tec but I found a kel tec 380 for $70 . couldn't pass it up .

I'm highly skeptical of Kel Tec products, but even I would not pass up a P3AT for $70. Nice deal.


As for the .32, I have an LCP that fits my mousegun needs. I don't like to rely on it as an only gun, but it's a decent BUG. For a primary SD/HD pistol, I want a 9mm at minimum. My primary carry pistols are Glocks in .40.

[GonzoGeezer]

My name is Gonzo, and I'm a .32 slut. My safe contains a number of .32ACP (or 7.65mm if you prefer) pistols ranging from a Model 1914 Mauser that saw service in WWI to a North American Arms Guardian from 2012 (my summertime EDC). The majority are Walthers, but I also have a Savage, an Ortgies, and a SIG. They all shoot and they all go to the range several times a year.

When I carry a .32 (the Guardian or an Interarms PPK) it's loaded with Buffalo Bore 75g hardcast, the hottest .32 round I know of. I do NOT shoot it in my vintage guns because of the pressures and because it costs $1.35 a round!

I agree 100% that the inherent controllability of the caliber even in pocket guns can be, with a proficient operator, a very effective personal defense weapon. With the Buffalo Bore's proven 18-inch penetration and the ability to place shots on target because of the lighter recoil it provides quite satisfactory service. Now I do sometimes carry my P239 9mm if my wardrobe is sufficient to hide it, but I usually just pick up a .32.

[markshere2]

"Hi Gonzo, Welcome to the Group"!

[Dave_n]

A variety from a Mauser 1914 through a number of Walthers (both No 4 and PP series) plus CZ50, Ortiges, FEG etc. Fun to use and since I reload, cheap to rum. Dave_n

[RockIsland]

I've always liked the .32ACP as well. I don't know why I like it, but I do.

That's good enough for me.

[bortle]

Count me in as a NAA .32 pocket carrying member.

[Zet70]

Waffen marked .32acp



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