Good self defense ammo for a 32.acp

[Robert357]

May I suggest buffalo bore 32 ACP ammo.  It is the most amazing ammo (if it will feed) for any 32 Auto

http://www.buffalobore.com/index.php?l=product_detail&p=132

I collect old 32 auto's and the buffalo bore stuff is amazing.  Just becareful with the +P in older firearms.

[cybin]

One thing I learned in Vietnam--don't stop shooting until the body stops moving.

cybin

[Dogshooter]

I usually carry a .45 but do occasionally pick up my PPK/S in .32 ACP. I fill it with Federal Premium 65 grain Hydra-Shok's. They function very well thru my particular pistol. I think the biggest issue would be to make sure whatever ammo you choose will function flawlessly in your particular weapon. All the unsolicited "expert" advice you get about a "minimum" self defense round ain't helping you. Whether you carry a particular weapon because you just like the feel of it, or maybe it is the only weapon you have, or any other number of reasons, your question was about what works in the .32. The ammo I noted will work as well as many others listed in this thread. I'd recommend you try several different brands and types to see what you, personally, like the best. I would say that you can't go wrong with brand name ammo loaded with good premium personal defense type bullets.

[dogngun]

I see I first repiled to this thread back in 2005!!!
 I still have and carry a .32 ACP pistol - have it in an isp holster right now, with 2 extra mags in my jeans pocket, but my gun and ammo preferences changed. I now carry a FEG version of the PP pistol, with an alloy frame and a better safety and trigger  IMO, anyway, than the Walthers I have tried. It has more barrel to get the most velocity out of this round, and a better sight radius for my old eyes. it has ALWAYS worked, and is accurate.
Ammo is S&B ball. It is somewhere over 175 ft/lbs,  penetrates very well, and is consistant and reliable. It was made for European police use and is hotter than US loadings.
My winter carry is a compact 1911 .45 acp or an old S&W Highway Patrolman.
FWIW.

mark

[Merle]

Terry1:  Up in the General Handgun Discussion Forum there is a thread on Head Shots, with some excellent discussion.  You may wish to peruse that thread for some additional insights.  Mikey.

I commend you on your memory, that was from March 2005!
Pretty much as expected - more "opinions" than reality.

 

[Spirithawk]

I carry a Kel Tec P32 and when your much larger handgun gets left in the car or at home....my Kel Tec will always be with me. The only draw back to hollow points is that if they have to penetrate thick clothing they may not reach a vital organ. The ball ammo will! One shot stops is a myth unless its a spine or head shot. Other than those two, hemoraging from a vital organ is the quickest kill. Personally, two to the chest, one to the head rule is the way to go. If the guy is still standing after that then I garauntee he has a big red S on his chest and no number of hits will matter!

[gunfan]

The .32 ACP works best when either an FMJ or FNHC is employed. I have shot plenty of .32 ACP ammunition and can place the bullets right where I want them. With either my Yugo CZ Model 70 (Tokarev-type) pistol or my Tanfoglio "Titan II" pistol (an Italian single-action "pocket" pistol, I can stitch up anyone quite quickly and get away to fetch my shotgun.


I normally carry a 9mm (Kel-Tec P11) under my sport jacket, but I wouldn't feel too undergunned with my .32 auto pistols... I know when, and how, to use them!


Scott