I have a 32acp and a 380.
My theory (I'm sure is at least part right an part wrong) in regard to using these guns defensively, is that If I am shooting someone with a 'lighter' caliber, I can't rely on expansion, so I'll rely on penetration. Hard cast flat point or FMJ should do the job.
However, Buffalo Bore has some great ammo choices for the 380 in +p pressures. I would probably go with the 100gr hardcast, but they do offer a 90gr HP that shows ballistics that are closer to that of a light 9mm, 1200fps MV.
http://www.buffalobore.com/index.php?l=product_detail&p=129
However, it still comes down to controllability and shot placement.
That being said, I only carry the little guns when there is no other viable option. No caliber war stuff here, but especially during this time of year (cold and windy = heavy jackets and lots of layers) I'll stick with the 357 or the 44. A couple layers of Carhartt duck might as well be Kevlar to the 32!
My theory (I'm sure is at least part right an part wrong) in regard to using these guns defensively, is that If I am shooting someone with a 'lighter' caliber, I can't rely on expansion, so I'll rely on penetration. Hard cast flat point or FMJ should do the job.
However, Buffalo Bore has some great ammo choices for the 380 in +p pressures. I would probably go with the 100gr hardcast, but they do offer a 90gr HP that shows ballistics that are closer to that of a light 9mm, 1200fps MV.
http://www.buffalobore.com/index.php?l=product_detail&p=129
However, it still comes down to controllability and shot placement.
That being said, I only carry the little guns when there is no other viable option. No caliber war stuff here, but especially during this time of year (cold and windy = heavy jackets and lots of layers) I'll stick with the 357 or the 44. A couple layers of Carhartt duck might as well be Kevlar to the 32!