A P-38 as a CCW gun?

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The P-38 is surely an acceptable CCW weapon.

The design is 67 years old, and there are newer/better variations. Most of our current law enforcement guns were derived from this first double-action 9mm. The newer guns have bigger magazines, better triggers, and a different balance - but are not necessarily any BETTER!

The WWII guns are sought by collectors if in excellent condition, but the average ones with worn finish are just shooters. There are also a bunch of 1960's aluminum-framed variants, usually marked P-1. Its pretty much the same gun, but less pricey.

I would feel well protected with a good P-38.