Mom needs a pistol!

[Chase515]

I was greatful to see my mother today! She told me she would like a pistol for self defence. Ten years ago she carried a taurus 357, now she dosnt think her wrist can take the recoil. I was thinking a 327federal After seeing the price on taurus 327 on cdnnsports.com I thought about buying both her and I one!

My questions on the 327 round, is the recoil less than a 38sp? I tried looking up reloading supplys on midway and natchezz with no luck? If recoil is not less than a 38 I'll just buy a 38.

 

[sbcman]

Recoil is about the same, but its a pretty subjective matter- I wouldn't think 327 or 38 would be problematic for her. Probably the least recoiling 327 is an sp101, but they've had some issues with cylinders being out of spec.

The real genius of the 327 round is that you can run four different rounds in it (327, 32 h&r, 32 long, 32 short and even 32acp if its clipped). The only hard item to find for reloading it is brass. Everything else is easily obtainable. In most weapon platforms you also get an extra round vs a 38.

Nevertheless, I would personally put her on a 38.

 

[Chase515]

I asked her if a 357 would be ok? She said the recoil was harsh, I explained she could target shoot 38 and carry 357 and she said it was to much.

 

[Noble Sniper]

I love the S&W model ten loaded with Federal Hydroshocks

 

[VERT]

If she decides to stick with a revolver then I think the .327 or .38 spl would be good choices. Only problem I see with the .327 is availability and cost of ammunition. For that reason alone I would steer more towards the .38 spl.

.357 magnum is great, but definitely to much cartridge in a small to medium sized revolver. .38 spl on the other hand can be very pleasant to shoot. Especially in a heavier all steel gun like a S&W model 10, 3" model 60, older Taurus 85, or Ruger SP101. So, my suggestion would be to avoid the Ultra-Lite or Airweight models and look for an all steel .38 spl.

Do not rule out a semi-automatic pistol. The Bersa Thunder .380 and Walther PK380 both have a reputation for being very soft shooters. Or a service sized 9mm would be a good choice. Trick is to avoid the little pocket guns that seem to be all the rage right now.

 

[squirrelhntr]

They also sell some pretty wicked mace and tazers. To keep her safe till she finds the right firearm. Gots to keep ma safe.

 

[RichardR]

I'd probably just load her current Taurus .357 w/some 125gr .38spl +p's & call it a day.

 

[Gator762]

you can always fined .38's and they cost alot less and will do the job just fine.

 

[sbcman]

I asked her if a 357 would be ok? She said the recoil was harsh, I explained she could target shoot 38 and carry 357 and she said it was to much.

In that case, I would go with a 32 h&r or a 22lr.

 

[Fordtough25]

My mom has a Taurus 38 special 5 shot snub nose, it'll get the job done if needed I am sure. Nothing wrong with a 38.

 

[Dead Duck]

Isn't there a pistol version of this?

 

[Chase515]

Might want to mention she sold her 357 years ago. Going to stop in at wally world and see if they stock 327. Last time I was shopping for 357 there, i thought i saw boxes of federal 327 also?

 

[VERT]

In that case, I would go with a 32 h&r or a 22lr.

One of the Taurus 9 shot .22 revolvers might be a good choice. No not the best choice, but they would be low recoil and accurate.

 

[tmccorkel]

A friend of mine gave his mom a Bersa Thunder. Nice, small, easy to handle..

 

[t413]

Does she have arthritis?
If she does, a 357 would break her wrist and give the BG a nice 357 to retaliate with.
For elderly people with arthritis, I would go with a Walther PK380.
The light recoil spring makes it easy for someone with arthritis to rack the slide and the recoil of the 380 out of the PK is easily manageable for elderly in this size frame pistol.
Magazine changes are also easy because they don't have to push a small button (I saw an elderly man with arthritis try to dop a mag on a Glock once...it was painful to watch.....)

 

[ShootinDave]

S+W 22mag snub with some of the short barrel hps

 

[mrortega]

S+W 22mag snub with some of the short barrel hps

I've read posts on other gun sites that say the .22 mag is ear splitting out of a pistol. I can't vouch for that. Otherwise it sounds like a great choice.

 

[Chase515]

I have a pk380 and a p22. She handled the pk380 last nite and could rack the slide back. We didnt have a chance to shoot it. I am only 30 and I dont consider my mom elderly LOL. She has had carpal tunal surgery and a cyst removed from her wrist. So weak wrist is something she is worried about. Maybe give her my P22 with some Stingers?

 

[maxmayhem]

my friend has a taurus 357 that is ported on the front and it does not kick at all....it is a little heavy

 

[VERT]

I have a pk380 and a p22. She handled the pk380 last nite and could rack the slide back. We didnt have a chance to shoot it. I am only 30 and I dont consider my mom elderly LOL. She has had carpal tunal surgery and a cyst removed from her wrist. So weak wrist is something she is worried about. Maybe give her my P22 with some Stingers?

My wife has arthritis and she is able to handle both her PK380 and P22. That is one of the reason she choose that particular gun. The PK380 would be a good choice for her and the P22 makes practice inexpensive. I would simply purchase another PK380 and get it broke in.