June 23rd, 2021
4minute read
Very rarely will I ever carry a .380 ACP caliber pistol by itself.
Two of those things are ammo performance, and quality sub-compact pistols chambered for it.
Some are now pushing 200 to 240 ft.-lbs.
of energy, which is comparable to many .38 Special loads.
My normal carry method for my .380 is in a Nemesis cargo pocket holster by DeSantis.
My polymer-framed pistol weighs 14 ozs.
loaded with 7 rounds (6+1), while the .380 caliber 911 weighs in at 19 ozs.
with 7 rounds (6+1).
(Think this carry mode is dangerous?
Clickhereto read Massad Ayoobs take on it).
Of course, Springfield is now teasing me with that gorgeousSA-35 pistol.
One of the things I love about a well-made single-action auto is the trigger.
A short, crisp trigger pull can give some stellar results in the accuracy department.
A group of 2 at 15 yards for a sub-compact .380 is what Id call amazing.
Part of its ability to shoot well is no doubt the grips that come on the 911.
They are nice-looking, comfortable and very easy to get a firm grip on.
It digested every brand and throw in (FMJ and JSP) of ammo I fed it.
There were no issues with the slide locking up, even when dirty.
The mags that came with the 911 were solid (not flimsy) and reliable.
Having a choice between a 6 or 7 round (extended) mag was a plus.
Springfield Armory has figured this out and offers almost every design of pistol with an ambidextrous safety.
Its accuracy, reliability, solid construction and feel put it in a select class of sub-compact defensive pistols.
Check them out over at Springfield Armory.
Go to forum thread
911
Hornady.380 Auto 90 gr.
FTX Critical Defense
DeSantisCargo Nemesis
GalcoShoulder Holster Systems
