CZ 83 32ACP, Gloss Blue, 15 RD Mags

If we are talking about CZ82/83 I agree that the best one is military surplus CZ-82, cal. 9x18 Makarov (I have one). But if we compare CZ-83's in .32auto and .380auto I vote for .32auto! Ballistics is almost the same (argumentative, but it provides enough stopping power) but for trained people and accurate shooting with quick draw .32auto is way better. Also don't forget 15rnd mags! And finally, for a little woman (I am talking about our beautiful girlfriends) recoil is critical. I've got my CZ-83(.32auto) from impactguns today and went to the range. It feels great! I'd strongly recommend this pis as a second/third one to anyone.

By kazuo from AL

This is a heavy, sturdy, all-steel gun that is of excellent build quality. If you are someone who is recoil-sensitive, please consider the CZ83 in .32ACP. Although this caliber is about one of the last you might want to consider for self-defense, it DOES have its value with the right ammo, and the recoil is virtually non-existent, given the weight of the gun and the characteristics of the .32 ACP. Mouseguns online recently tested the Fiocchi XTP rounds at 12" of penetration (including expansion of .45) out of a similar barrel length'd .32ACP gun. That's all you need to ruin anyone's day. George Patton carried an old Colt in .32ACP some of the time. Shot placement is key in ANY handgun caliber, and if you are proficient at putting a 12" deep hole (or multiple holes) in someone where someone else with a big caliber might be lucky to get 1 after lots of recoil messing up their shots -- you'll get the job done.

By Derek from Iowa