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Yeah, there very close and probably the two smallest besides something like a derringer but I have shot both and I would probably take the p32 over the P3at. Why you ask? The p32 I could shoot faster and more accurate. To me it’s all the same .32acp or .380. Neither is great at penetration unless you run FMJ, the .380 does get the nod but like I said some of those 9mms are really small and I don't see the point. I personally am looking into a P-32 because and only because I work out in a public park and need a very light and tiny gun as a last ditch effort. Recently a lady was robbed at knife point and they not only took her wallet but they stole her dog! Sick I know. Running around with my 14oz snub (smallest gun I have and is usually my bug) is really not an option and that extra few ounces can and does make a difference in gym shorts and a t shirt.

Just my 2 cents don't carry anything small unless you must! In the end a .380 or 32acp is still better then nothing!

As long as you can carry it and carry every day that is the important thing! If the gun is too big and you can't dress around then what's the point but then again I carry a 40oz plus Glock 20 with no problems. If you like heavy but small I recommend a Kahr MK9 or K9 for a little bigger. You can't really pocket carry it(MK9) because it is to heavy but it is still small. Another small but heavier 9mm that comes to mind is a S&W third gen CS9. As for the .380 well I am another one of those guys who thinks it is an underpowered round and falls under the umbrella of what I call compromise rounds. That is why I no longer own one! I see no reason to really get a .380 unless you want something even smaller then a Kahr PM9 and at that point you probably need something like a Kel Tec P32, light and tiny. In the end it is up to you and what you feel comfortable with but I would try and stay at 9mm or better for a semi auto or .32H&R and up in a revolver.