Best 380

[am94pm]

Have you looked on Gunbroker. There are several slides and parts kits listed.

Slides
https://www.gunbroker.com/Gun-Parts/search?Keywords=bersa%20380%20slide&Sort=13&PageSize=48

Parts Kits
https://www.gunbroker.com/Gun-Parts/search?Keywords=bersa 380 parts kits&Sort=13&PageSize=48

 

[Bennettjh]

I like my Ruger LCP.

Had a Taurus .380, horrible gun.

 

[HKFaninCarmel]

The LCP is hands down the worst gun I've ever shot. I hated the recoil and didn't enjoy it for a second. Colt made some bigger government mustangs back in the late 80's ish that are nice to shoot. The XSP line they made was nice for a summer shorts carry gun. The Sig's were basically a copy of the Mustangs.

 

[hpclayto]

I went through the whole ordeal looking for a pocket 380, LCPII etc...
I ended up with a Ruger EC9S barely bigger or heavier than most 380 and 7+1 9mm at my disposal.
Just say'n

It's quite a bit bigger if you're talking about pocket carry. The appeal of the LCP is that it's tiny.

 

[Goodcat]

The best .380 is a 9mm. Seriously, the recoil with some of these new designs isn't a factor for most people. Unless you have a medical problem, step up.

Agreed. The LCP Custom, which we had two, but now one, seems to be harder to fire than my P365 in 9mm, my 9mm shield and many others. Ive had dozens of 380s, all makes of LCP, Keltecs, etc. In the last ten years, many companies have put out 9mm that don’t have much more perceived recoil, or size, than 380. That being said, if it had to be 380, of the guns I’ve fired, I’d recommend the Glock 42.

 

[700 LTR 223]

Picked up a Glock 42 here on the classifieds with "all the fixes" , part of the "fixes" must not have included being reliable. Aside from that the 42 would be great all around 380 choice - accurate and a soft shooter.

Have an old school Intrerarms Walther PPK/S - a great shooter and totally reliable with everything I have tried in it thus far. Very heavy by todays standards but the 380 I first started out with.

Just picked up a used Ruger LCP II for $129.99 at Gander Outdoors in Ft. Wayne. Looked as new and it is by no means the harsh shooter (at least to me) that some say. Of course I have a Smith 642 Airweight and after firing that most handguns feel pretty mild in recoil.

 

[Hkindiana]

Have an old school Intrerarms Walther PPK/S - a great shooter and totally reliable with everything I have tried in it thus far. Very heavy by todays standards but the 380 I first started out with.
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A German made PPK is a great shooter & totally reliable, AND not as heavy or as large as a PPK/S

 

[COOPADUP]

A fellow Ingo member has a Glock 43 fully loaded with extra for sale.
[h=2]Glock 43 CCW package[/h]Not a 380 but same size as a 42

 

[hpclayto]

A fellow Ingo member has a Glock 43 fully loaded with extra for sale.
Glock 43 CCW package

Not a 380 but same size as a 42

bigger than a 42.

 

[Nazgul]

If you like the size and weight of the Bersa, look at the surplus Beretta 84fs and 85fs models. The 84fs is the double stack and is sold out most places. Classic Arms still has the single stack 85fs for under $400.

https://www.classicfirearms.com/beretta-85f-380-acp-7rd-pistol-good-condition/

Ditto on the Berettas, I have an 84fs. Nice.
Have stainless Walther PPKS, it is a little heavy for easy carry.

Bought a Kimber 380. Like it much better. Small 1911 style, easy controls, fits in any pocket. Use it in the breast pockets on my motorcycle jackets.

Don

 

[COOPADUP]

bigger than a 42.

I stand corrected sir.
Here are the dimensions.

Glock G43 vs G42 size comparison | Handgun Hero

 

[Expat]

I have thought about buying a Colt Mustang. My gun pusher told me if I wanted a .380 get the Sig P238.

 

[Ziggidy]

LPCII, hands down.

 

[blues bondsman]

I must say that I'm still thinking about the LCP Custom, even my EC9S gets a bit in the way all day at the zoo with grand kids.
Way better than a double stack but...
Just not sure about 380 in a crisis and especially if someone is returning fire.

 

[RND]

SIG P232. Several used examples out there worth purchasing. Obtaining a few factory magazines for carry would be advisable and use the cheap PRO MAGS for practice.

 

[Jim1117]

I'm looking to replace my older Bersa 380. Sadly, the slide broke after close to 20 years. Anywho, I am looking at the Bersa Thunder Plus. Any other recommendations? Preferably, nothing that requires special tools to break down.

I have had some regular Bersa Thunders and liked them. I now have a Ruger LCPII and love it....as a back up to my Glock 19. I have also had 2 of the Plus's and the thought of 15 rounds was very comforting, but the weight was not. So if you can, try to check out a loaded one before you purchase. Good luck!

 

[380Mike]

I have had some regular Bersa Thunders and liked them. I now have a Ruger LCPII and love it....as a back up to my Glock 19. I have also had 2 of the Plus's and the thought of 15 rounds was very comforting, but the weight was not. So if you can, try to check out a loaded one before you purchase. Good luck!

The weight is not too much of a problem for me. I'm in a wheelchair, so the gun won't pull my pants down. The bulkiness is a bigger concern for me. According to the specs, the Bersa 15 is only .13 inches wider (I think) than the 7 ct.

 

[Skywired]

I carried a Kel-Tec for years. Had it fluffed and buffed by the factory. Gave it a Cerakote job. It was a solid shooter, as long as I didn't limp wrist it. Now I've gone to a LCPII. Certainly nicer looking, but not a better shooter than the old Kel-Tec. But then, The Ruger didn't have to be F&B by the factory either.

 

[nonobaddog]

The Remington 51 is a good 380 if you don't mind or can replace the mini-sights.

 

[BigRed3588]

I have thought about buying a Colt Mustang. My gun pusher told me if I wanted a .380 get the Sig P238.

+1 for the mustang. I picked one up a few months ago with the intention of giving it to my girlfriend and, well, I’ll either be buying another or she’ll have to pick out something else. It’s not my primary carry but it’s fun to shoot and a perfect pocket pistol for those times you’re just running down to the gas station or something of the sort.