Mom's looking for her first CCW...

[Tango_7]

I'm trying to limit the pools to either WMR, 9mm, or 38 sp. what's best? She's 80+ and needs training.

 

[Dfalt]

Considering she's 80+ I'd recommend a Smith Airweight. No slide to rack back, no mags to fill, just load it up , point it at the bad guy, and shoot. She could put it in her purse if she wants but carrying somewhere on the body like a jacket pocket would be preferable.Only downside is it'll have more recoil being that it's lighter weight.

 

[Wesleykey]

I got my mom a Kahr 380

 

[rmsl05]

I suggest the M&P Shield EZ. It is quite safe and reliable with an easy to rack slide. They also have options in 9mm and 380 acp.

 

[Drcrimson]

Considering her age and training need you have to keep it as simple as possible. That’s probably then a 38 revolver although you might consider a 22mag as the 38 may be too much recoil.

 

[DoyleAlley]

I concur on the small revolver. Nothing stronger than .38 (with regular ammo- not Plus P).

 

[Tango_7]

Reason I'm asking is because I have a lot of ammo available and was wondering if she could get a new gun to where we would not have to look too far for ammo. My dad has a berretta, but it's too big for concealment, and not to mention it's hard to get the slide back. Could a G2C be a nice grab for the $$? I know the company that makes them is lackluster in their other semi auto models, but I know the G2s and G3s are more available at the box stores. Or is a wheel just a better idea for her?

 

[Drcrimson]

Just my opinion as I don’t know your mother, but I would strongly recommend a revolver based on your description. There are some semi autos made for people that have difficulty pulling the slide back that might work. However if she is a novice at 80 years old then the complexity of a semi auto is likely a major issue. Thus the simplicity of the revolver.

 

[Atlas]

My mom loves the S&W 642 air weight. No slide to rack and a simple manual of arms makes it great for a newer shooter who can handle the recoil.

 

[Ricochet]

Look into a Girsan MC 14T