Jul 15, 2021
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Bersa Thunder
4.3
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$229.99- ✓Affordable
- ✓Reliable
- ✓Solid Trigger
- ✗Snappy recoil
- ✗Expensive OEM magazines
Editor’s Note: Although an aging design, the Bersa Thunder 380 remains a go-to recommendation for those looking for a small and affordable .380 ACP pistol. Good ergonomics, solid reliability, and respectable accuracy make this sub $300 pistol a real steal.
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Caliber
380 ACP
Action
Double/Single Action / Semi-Auto
Weight
1.25 lbs
Barrel Length
3.2in / 3.5in
Overall Length
6.6in
Finish
Black
Magazine Capacity
8rd
Features
Affordable
Reliable
Solid Trigger
Snappy recoil
Expensive OEM magazines
By The Numbers
Accuracy
For its size, the Thunder is remarkably accurate
Reliability
When using OEM magazines, this is a very simple and reliable gun
Customization
There isn't much out there for the gun other than some holsters and magazines
Ergonomics
The gun feels good, but some of the grip finishing and control placement leaves some to be desired
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FINAL VERDICT
"The Bersa Thunder 380 and the Bersa Firestorm are both great CCWs. They’re compact with great ergonomics and dead-on accuracy. There’s not much in the way of customization options, but finding a holster is easy. Best of all? It’s cheap." - David Lane