Conallin24 wrote:Hi guys, has anyone ever used a 380? What are they like and what are the disadvantages and advantages when compared to other calibres close to it such as 9mm?
I haven't shot .380 that I can recall but I have seen them.
About the only advantage is slightly less recoil. A pistol designed round the .380 can be a little more compact than a 9mm.
.380 is weak enough to allow blowback design.
9mm generally needs a delaying mechanism.