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asop
Sig P238 (.380) vs. Colt Mustang .380. I realize Colt has the name but, but , but??
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  • sandwarrior
    But, But, But,....so does Sig. Two very good guns, you won't go wrong with either. I say pick the one that you like for ergonomics, i.e. how it fits your hand, how well you can manipulate the controls (safety, slide release, etc.), how the sights come up for you...

    I'd recommend other guns first, but these two seem to be your choice.
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  • Juggernaut
    quote:Originally posted by sandwarrior
    But, But, But,....so does Sig. Two very good guns, you won't go wrong with either. I say pick the one that you like for ergonomics, i.e. how it fits your hand, how well you can manipulate the controls (safety, slide release, etc.), how the sights come up for you...
    I'd recommend other guns first, but these two seem to be your choice.


    Couldn't have said say it better...only to add its whatever works best for you with all of the attributes that sandwarrior gave, solid advice. Maybe go to a local gunshop and see if they have any of the 2 mentioned or similar models for you to look at or check on GunBroker for local sellers in your area that might let you see the weapon first.
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  • rufe-snow
    Experience wise I owned one of the Colts years ago. It functioned OK and was reasonably accurate at close range. I quit using it as a CCW because I felt the single action mechanism was a drawback for a personal protection handgun, i.e no way was I going to carry it cocked and locked in a pocket holster. Obviously the SIG has the same drawback.

    If you want to buy one for your collection, not as a CCW can't see any problem with that. If your wanting it as a personal protection CCW on the other hand, there way better ones on the market of similar size and weight, with a double action mechanism, firing a much more effective cartridge.
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  • tsr1965
    The Sig is a direct clone of the Colt. If you want collectability, go Colt. If you want a carry gun, go with something all together different, in a bigger caliber. The 9mm is my bottom end for a carry gun.

    Best
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  • asop
    Thanks for the replies. My intent is to use the gun for CC. I have a Spgfld. subcompact XD-9 but it is a little bulky for me. Thus the thought of a .380. Giving up power for size I know. Any manufacturer make a .380 in a a double action is a small frame similar to the Colt Mustang? Thanks again.
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  • sandwarrior
    Yes, Bersa Thunder. I like the pistol but have had reliability issues with it if I get the rounds too heavy for the pistol. The recoil knocks the magazine safety spring out of it's groove and won't let the trigger work. I haven't had this problem with manufactured ammo, only handloads. The round itself can be loaded hotter. But, the firearm won't do well with it. When I get the rounds dialed in just right, I haven't had a failure in over 600 rounds.
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  • gravley
    Everybody wants a bigger caliber but when you go up in caliber you go up in size. Stick with the Colt mustang if you can find one. Too much is played about the double action over the single action. It is real easy to cock as you draw and if you get the first round on target you are much better off than a round squeezed of to the side from jerking the trigger.
    Other choices are the Walther ppk or the Keltec.
    A 32 or 380 in you pocket is way better than your 45 at home if you need it now. Just my opinion.
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  • rsnyder55
    I carry a Walther PPK or PPK/s as a CCW as well as a S&W J frame. While a larger caliber would be nice, size is a very important consideration when carrying concealed or else I'd be carrying my Glock 20.

    The best bet would be to try them both (and others if available) and see what feels the best and points most naturally for you.

    Good luck.
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  • Riomouse911
    Yup, try out as many as you can to see what you like and what fits your budget. If your local range has rentals, go that route. Guns that look great or handle great at the gun counter might not be so great once the trigger is pulled... like a scandium .357 as an example. They're great in the hand and in the holster, but it almost feels like you're catching a baseball barehanded when it's fired.

    I been using a .380 LCP for a couple of years now, but I just picked up a 9mm LC9. Once I get used to it, that'll probably be my carry gun from now on.
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  • Juggernaut
    If you don't mind a subcompact with a single stacked magazine then the Colt or Sig are 2 great little subcompact pistols however the .380 ACP is a bit limited in its defensive capabilities in comparison to the more powerful 9x19mm. The 9x19mm is still small but there are more options including double stacked magazine subcompacts up through .40 S&W and 10mm. However the subcompacts do get larger as the caliber does of course and Springfield Armory XD and or Glock both of which make subcompacts in various calibers are 2 great pistols to consider as well.
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