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The pistol that best fits your needs:

Why?

This is a Pocket Pistol (.380) .

Why is this type right for you?
  • When you conceal carry, your pistol must be compatible with your wardrobe.
  • Unfortunately, only Pocket Pistols are compatible with most women's clothing.
  • A problem with pocket pistols is high recoil , making them harder to shoot.
  • A .380 pistol has about half the recoil of a 9mm pocket pistol.
  • Properly-configured .380 ammunition has proven nearly as effective as 9mm within 10 yards. That covers most self-defense encounters.

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Type Rail Rail
  • Grip activation for defensive use.
  • Holds its aim settings in live fire.
  • Batteries are non-rechargable.
  • Laser must be dismounted to change batteries.
  • Grip activation for defensive use.
  • Holds its aim settings in live fire.
  • Batteries are non-rechargable.
  • Laser must be dismounted to change batteries.

Ammo

You'll need Defense ammo for conceal carry and home defense, and Cheap Bulk ammo for practicing at the range to get used to recoil.

Check prices in the Best .380 Ammo Guide


How to Carry

What you need

  • Pants, shorts, or a dress with big enough pockets (recommended: 4-way stretch fabric)

Holster

As long as your pants pockets are big enough, a pocket holster is the most comfortable concealed carry holster. If you value comfort over speed of the draw, pocket holsters are also the best concealed carry holster for sitting.

Think of it this way: If you're at home, doing yard work, at the computer, or even on the toilet, a pocket pistol in a pocket holster can go with you anywhere, like a secret companion. Get a pocket holster and join the pants-on, gun-on lifestyle.

Bear Creek Back Pocket Holster
Bear Creek Pocket Holster
$65 @ Bear Creek Holsters
Alabama Front Pocket Holster
Alabama Front Pocket Holster
$40 @ Alabama Holster
  • Thumb tab helps holster stay in your pocket when drawing the pistol, no matter your pocket size.
  • Specify what light or laser you have on your pistol when ordering.
  • Leather holsters mold more to the gun over time. After a few years, this can make it tougher to draw the gun properly. Replace the holster when this starts happening.
  • Thumb tab doesn't work as well if you have small hands.
  • All-kydex construction gives a safe, fast, consistent draw and longer lifetime than leather.
  • Thumb tab helps holster stay in your pocket when drawing the pistol, no matter your pocket size.
  • Specify what light or laser you have on your pistol when ordering.
  • Kydex is stiffer, so your pants/shorts will wear out faster if they're tight against any edges of the holster. Applying Moleskin on contact points can help.

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