While full sized handguns are better suited to the latter, some women only want, or can afford, to have one small gun to carry. While a. And the cartridge, and the Mark platform, have long been a favorite of competition and target shooters. Recently I saw a very young shooter with visual challenges using a borrowed Mark IV, outfitted with a red dot, to successfully compete in a steel challenge match. The polymer grip is stippled and lacks the finger grooves of the Gen4 version.
Other subcompact Glocks, such as the G See a review of the Glock 26 Gen 4 here. For those new to the platform, you will have to train to disengage the manual thumb safety on the draw. A was designed to be carried cocked and locked—with the hammer cocked and the safety on. The compact size of the Ruger LC9s makes it another popular choice for women.
It was introduced in in. It weights just Most of these polymer-frame revolvers weigh less than a pound! This lightweight gun with a 1. Plus, there are no sharp corners to poke you as you go about your daily activities. By adding more muscle, they opened up the market for those who prefer to carry the larger caliber.
This styled firearm is beautifully detailed, solid, and easy to conceal because of its small size. Several friends use the P as an every-day carry gun and love it. Revolvers, especially internal hammer DAO ones like this, are simple to use, and its long trigger pull makes it inherently safe despite the lack of a manual safety.
The Model chambered in. Many women find revolvers simple to use, requiring no fine motor skills to work a safety, making them a good choice for people with limited upper body strength.
The Model is a variation of the Model 38 Bodyguard Airweight that integrates the time-tested features of the original with modern advancements. The Shield is small enough to conceal, but big enough to still feel solid in your hand.
A lot of people who have trouble shooting smaller-framed pistols manage to handle the Shield quite well and its slim profile make it great for concealed carry. I own one in 9mm, which my husband and I both love to shoot.
Available in a range of calibers, this very popular firearm is a great choice. The recoil was very minimal when I had the opportunity to shoot one. I also found the slide to be very easy to rack, even on a new pistol. You can break down the CCP without tools making for easy cleaning, along with the fixed barrel. It also features an external manual safety, front and rear slide serrations, and a reversible mag release.
The modular grip has not only three choices of backstrap thickness, but the side panels can also be changed out for a truly custom fit. There are great color choices, and new full-size VP pistols are optics-ready and accept a round magazine.
Though both this and the SK are a bit chunky in comparison to some subcompacts, for that same reason they also have more manageable recoil in a still-concealable package. The handgun comes with both and round magazines to make the transition from concealment to range use seamless. This is one reliable, enjoyable handgun. This study presents data from the FBI and consists of three different analyses concerning women, handguns, and self-defense.
It compares incidents of:. In , for every time a woman used a handgun to kill in self-defense, women were murdered with a handgun. Despite the promises of gun-industry advertising, a woman is far more likely to be the victim of a handgun homicide than to use a handgun in a justifiable homicide. In , handguns were used to murder 1, women. When a woman did use a handgun to kill in self-defense, it was usually against someone she knew, not against a stranger.
Of the 12 handgun self-defense killings by women reported to the FBI in , eight involved attackers known to the woman, while only four involved strangers. All the attackers that the women justifiably killed were males, as were an overwhelming number of offenders in female handgun homicides. For the majority of both justifiable and criminal homicides, both the shooter and the victim were of the same race. TABLE ONE Women who used a handgun to kill in self-defense Attackers killed by a woman with a handgun in self-defense Women murdered with a handgun Those who murdered a woman with a handgun Number of people 12 12 1, at least 1, 9 Average age In , for every time a woman used a handgun to kill an intimate acquaintance in self-defense, 83 woman were murdered by an intimate acquaintance with a handgun.
It is often intimate acquaintances and family members who endanger a woman's life. Many women who use handguns to kill in self-defense use the weapon against someone they know, or someone with whom they have, or have had, a romantic relationship. Recognizing that most people are killed by someone they know, it is not surprising that the majority of justifiable homicides involve victims and attackers known to each other.
Of the 12 justifiable homicides by women using a handgun that were reported to the FBI in , eight involved an attacker known to the woman. Of these eight offenders, six were intimate acquaintances three boyfriends, three husbands , one was a friend, and one was an acquaintance.
When there is a deadly encounter between a woman and her intimate acquaintance, and a handgun is involved, the most common scenario involves a woman being shot and killed by her intimate acquaintance. Of the women murdered with a handgun whose relationship could be determined, 57 percent of were intimate acquaintances of the offender. The Glock 19 can also be modified easily to fit right- or left-handed shooters. Because the Glock 19 is such a popular handgun, it is also easy to find grips, holsters and other accessories in a variety of styles and colors to truly customize your pistol.
For competitive shooters, the Glock 19 also offers an enlarged reversible magazine catch for faster reloading. The Glock 43 is another popular Glock pistol chambered for 9mm ammunition in a single stack magazine.
Its slim design is just over an inch wide, making the Glock 43 comfortable for smaller hands to grip. The grip also features a textured surface and beaver tail shape for tighter and more comfortable pistol operation.
With a barrel length of 3. For ease of maintenance, the Glock 43 requires no tools to field-strip. Like all other Glock handguns, the Glock 43 is extremely reliable and is a trustworthy handgun for self-defense. With a grip width of less than an inch, the Shield is perfect for shooters with smaller hands.
The Shield also offers a longer grip height, resulting in a tighter grip, better recoil control and overall improved shooting accuracy. The Shield features a corrosion-resistant polymer frame with a stainless steel chassis system.
Weighing For easier target acquisition, the Shield has a 5. The Shield EZ can also be disassembled without pulling the trigger and is designed for easy cleaning. Its crisp trigger features an audible reset for more comfortable shooting, and its 3. For improved accuracy, the Bodyguard 38 has an integrated laser sight with ambidextrous laser controls.
In high-stress situations, the laser sight can also give the shooter a psychological advantage. The Bodyguard 38 weighs just With a sleek black matte finish, the Bodyguard 38 is an attractive, yet powerful, revolver. Chambered for. Yet despite its weight, the Bodyguard is still a powerful self-defense pistol when loaded with quality ammunition. Its extra-slim 0. The 9.
Although it has a short 2. This 9mm compact handgun from Walther features a slim profile and overall length of 6.
First introduced in , the Walther PPS M2 has evolved over time to feature a more ergonomic and aesthetically pleasing design. Shooters can also choose varying grip lengths to suit their preferences. For competition shooting, the push button magazine release of the Walther PPS M2 allows for faster reloading. This striker-fired pistol from Ruger improves upon its predecessor, the Ruger LC9, by resolving complaints about the trigger quality of the LC9, while retaining all the features that shooters loved.
The Ruger LC9s offers a smoother and cleaner trigger pull with a trigger pull weight of just 4. The single-stack magazine features a finger extension that creates a longer grip surface and allows shooters with smaller hands to achieve a full grip. Chambered for 9mm, the LC9s provides sufficient power as a self-defense handgun. For peace of mind, the LC9s offers several safety features, including a manual safety, an integrated trigger safety and a magazine disconnect.
Another feature that makes the LC9s a top handgun for women is its loaded indicator notch. This indicator on the back of the slide allows the shooter to confirm that the gun is loaded without doing a press check. For women who desire an attractive gun, the Ruger LC9s is available in a range of colors and patterns, including bright purple and teal and sleek silver and black.
Some models are available with decorated slides for even more flair. This high-quality handgun is both affordable and reliable, making it an excellent choice for a self-defense pistol. With so many models and styles of handguns available, it is essential to handle and test out any handguns that you are considering buying.
Make sure the pistol has a comfortable grip and is the right size and weight for your intended use. Head to a shooting center to rent the handgun you are interested in to make sure you can manage the recoil and shoot the gun accurately.
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