Erma Werkes .32 ACP/380 Auto

4thUSMC · 11-05-2009, 10:55 AM

Gentlemen, I come once again asking for your input on Erma "Lugers" in .32 and 380. What are their good and bad. I have read other post on the .22 and the majority were negative but I haven't seen anything on the .32 or 380. They seem to be much sturdier than the .22 on the surface and don't look like they were made fron stamped steel. I have yet to fire one but they do look good for their size and as a potential conceal carry. Any input is appreciated!

spartacus38 · 11-05-2009, 11:35 AM

They jam alot;I would definitely pass.

Bob

alanint · 11-05-2009, 12:00 PM

ANY Luger should be your last choice as a concealed carry gun.......

cma22inc · 11-05-2009, 12:10 PM

A .380 carry gun you should consider a Kel-Tec P3AT, Ruger LCP, Bersa (looks like a PPK) or even a recent PPK produced by Smith.

I have owned / fired them all and I like the Ruger LCP as a daily carry.

I only carry a .380 when I can't carry a .45 compact.

alanint · 11-05-2009, 12:42 PM

I carry the Kel Tec P3AT here in broiling South Florida. I won't carry the Ruger because it is basically a direct Kel Tec rippoff, (I can't believe there is no lawsuit over this) and because I refuse to buy any Ruger products after their support of hicap magazine bans and other freedom restricting issues.
I agree with Matt that when possible, I carry a custom Kimber combat .45 or other big bore auto.

4thUSMC · 11-05-2009, 12:47 PM

That's true, they would be more of a collector item. That's another perspective I should have look into. Thanks

spartacus38 · 11-05-2009, 12:49 PM

I like the Beretta Model 84 in .380 Caliber with its 13 round mag.

Bob

alanint · 11-05-2009, 02:37 PM

Good one too. I like the firepower but just too heavy for shorts and a T shirt here in So. Fla.

RichSr · 11-06-2009, 08:40 AM

Just my opinion, but if you're going to carry something as large as a Beretta Model 84, why not choose a compact pistol in a more proven caliber

Drachenstein · 11-06-2009, 03:53 PM

Erma .380? A brick is cheaper and more accurate. Bricks don't jam but are only single shot

but then again so is the Erma. I use mine to call the cat in,

in that aspect it's been useful. CCW?

I wouldn't trust my life with it.

Want a good carry? Buy a CZ-82. They're not very expensive (C&R), fire HP, don't jam, and very accurate. It shoots a 9mm MAK round in a 12 round magazine. Mine put 10 rounds at 20 meters in a 2.5 inch circle. If it's confiscated or abused by LEOs, you're not out a mint. Do yourself a favor and google it. SOG, J&G and AIM sells them with accesories for around $200, which is allot cheaper than that piece of Erma.

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11-05-2009, 10:55 AM	#1
4thUSMC User Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 12 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Erma Werkes .32 ACP/380 Auto Gentlemen, I come once again asking for your input on Erma "Lugers" in .32 and 380. What are their good and bad. I have read other post on the .22 and the majority were negative but I haven't seen anything on the .32 or 380. They seem to be much sturdier than the .22 on the surface and don't look like they were made fron stamped steel. I have yet to fire one but they do look good for their size and as a potential conceal carry. Any input is appreciated!

11-05-2009, 12:10 PM	#4
cma22inc User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Tampa Bay FL Posts: 93 Thanks: 1 Thanked 5 Times in 4 Posts	A .380 carry gun you should consider a Kel-Tec P3AT, Ruger LCP, Bersa (looks like a PPK) or even a recent PPK produced by Smith. I have owned / fired them all and I like the Ruger LCP as a daily carry. I only carry a .380 when I can't carry a .45 compact. __________________ Matt A. Tampa, FL (C&R) Collector

11-06-2009, 08:40 AM	#9
RichSr User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: West Texas Posts: 127 Thanks: 153 Thanked 51 Times in 35 Posts	Just my opinion, but if you're going to carry something as large as a Beretta Model 84, why not choose a compact pistol in a more proven caliber __________________ Rich

11-05-2009, 11:35 AM	#2
spartacus38 Patron LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: South Lake Tahoe,CA. Posts: 695 Thanks: 0 Thanked 70 Times in 56 Posts	They jam alot;I would definitely pass. Bob

11-05-2009, 12:00 PM	#3
alanint User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Marco Island, Florida Posts: 4,867 Thanks: 1,685 Thanked 1,916 Times in 1,192 Posts	ANY Luger should be your last choice as a concealed carry gun.......

11-05-2009, 12:42 PM	#5
alanint User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Marco Island, Florida Posts: 4,867 Thanks: 1,685 Thanked 1,916 Times in 1,192 Posts	I carry the Kel Tec P3AT here in broiling South Florida. I won't carry the Ruger because it is basically a direct Kel Tec rippoff, (I can't believe there is no lawsuit over this) and because I refuse to buy any Ruger products after their support of hicap magazine bans and other freedom restricting issues. I agree with Matt that when possible, I carry a custom Kimber combat .45 or other big bore auto.

11-05-2009, 12:47 PM	#6
4thUSMC User Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 12 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	That's true, they would be more of a collector item. That's another perspective I should have look into. Thanks

11-05-2009, 12:49 PM	#7
spartacus38 Patron LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: South Lake Tahoe,CA. Posts: 695 Thanks: 0 Thanked 70 Times in 56 Posts	I like the Beretta Model 84 in .380 Caliber with its 13 round mag. Bob

11-05-2009, 02:37 PM	#8
alanint User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Marco Island, Florida Posts: 4,867 Thanks: 1,685 Thanked 1,916 Times in 1,192 Posts	Good one too. I like the firepower but just too heavy for shorts and a T shirt here in So. Fla.

11-06-2009, 03:53 PM	#10
Drachenstein User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Elizabethtown, KY Posts: 78 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Erma .380? A brick is cheaper and more accurate. Bricks don't jam but are only single shot but then again so is the Erma. I use mine to call the cat in, in that aspect it's been useful. CCW? I wouldn't trust my life with it. Want a good carry? Buy a CZ-82. They're not very expensive (C&R), fire HP, don't jam, and very accurate. It shoots a 9mm MAK round in a 12 round magazine. Mine put 10 rounds at 20 meters in a 2.5 inch circle. If it's confiscated or abused by LEOs, you're not out a mint. Do yourself a favor and google it. SOG, J&G and AIM sells them with accesories for around $200, which is allot cheaper than that piece of Erma. .