What is a good 380 model?

[USMC VET]

I searched for a thread and couldnt find one so I apologize if this is a duplicate. Im interested in getting a .380 auto handgun and just wanted to get some opinions on a certain model or maker that produces an affordable model. By affordable I mean paying 700 for the beretta 380 just isnt something id like to do.

[BHPFan]

Have you looked at the Bersa ?
I don't own one, but if you use the Search button, you'll find there are Calgunners who praise it.

[FUBAR]

Sig 232

[BigDogatPlay]

+1 for a Sig P230 or P232. Owned, carried as a BUG on the job and recommended. Walther PP / PPK series guns are terrific, but they get waaaaay spendy.

Bersa guns are an excellent value and those who have them seem to swear by them. I've only fired one example. It was okay but not what I would consider my first choice

[Trapper]

+1 for the Sig 230, the Walther PPK is a fantastic pistol but can bite if you have large hands.

[BHPFan]

Aren't the .380 SIG pistols $650+ ?
To me that amount is above affordable.

[Shady]

bersa thunder

[JBird33]

Bersa thunder for sure. Heard nothing but good things and they have great prices on em.

[wrdavis]

Another vote for the Bersa Thunder 380. Mine gets out of jail at 1PM today.

[Ascout]

Aren't the .380 SIG pistols $650+ ?
To me that amount is above affordable.

About that.

I've had one, and it's a nice Sig version of a Colt Mustang...and expensive.

It's also nearly the size of a Kahr PM9/.40 so I sold it and bought a Ruger LCP for those cases where I have to dress super light in summer conditions (less to show).

Nice as they are, the Bersa/Walther .380 family is difficult to justify when a good 9mm can be had in the same dimensions.

[morrcarr67]

I have a CZ82 in 9X18 and like it very much. The 9X18 is a little stronger then the .380 but nut as much as a 9MM. You can get one from J&G sales for $220. If you really want a .380 you can get a CZ83 which is the same as the 82 only about $250 more in less of a cartridge.

[SpringfieldEMP]

I have had a Bersa Thunder 380 for quite a while. It is Very reliable and VERY accurate.
I love my bersa.

[9mmlaw]

I have a CZ82 in 9X18 and like it very much. The 9X18 is a little stronger then the .380 but nut as much as a 9MM. You can get one from J&G sales for $220. If you really want a .380 you can get a CZ83 which is the same as the 82 only about $250 more in less of a cartridge.

The 82 from J&G is not an option unless the OP has a way around the roster.

The 83 is good to go though.

[sniper4usmc]

$300 OTD..Bersa

[RedFord150]

I have had a Bersa Thunder 380 for quite a while. It is Very reliable and VERY accurate.
I love my bersa.

+1 and usually < $300.00 at Turners.