Bob,

I have both the .32acp Guardian and the 1 1/8" .22LR mini with the
folding grip/holster. Each have their merits and both work reliably.
Neither are very accurate past 10 feet, but then, they're primarily
"conversation pieces". At close range, a CCI Quik-Shok out of the .22
should be every bit as effective as a Winchester Silver Tip from the
.32 for changing an attacker's frame of mind.

The small size of the NAA auto isn't a good fit for my hand and as a
result the .32acp is the largest caliber that I would use in this size
pistol. Even though NAA has added a fraction of an inch to the length
and girth for the .380acp, I'd think the recoil would be even less
controllable than the .32 in such a frame. I'd rule out the Kel-Tec
for the simple reason that it's too light. At least the added heft of
the NAA helps to hold down recoil.

I found that an extended mag will give me better control in the NAA
.32 if I'm trying to hit a target at 20' with any predictable results.
The downside is the use of the longer magazine has a negative effect
on concealability, which, after all, is why I bought these little
jewels in the first place.

The biggest reason I'd choose NAA over Kel-Tec is this: My .32 has
been back to the factory for upgrades and NAA did a complete
refurbishment (springs, drawbar, hammer assy., crown barrel, trigger
assy., new grips etc.) which would normally have priced out at $330
...and they did it free of charge. Once NAA finished, I had a new gun
and they had a loyal customer.

I hope you find what you're comfortable owning...that's actually the
bottom line. All the rest is just opinion...and you know what they
say about opinions........

Pat

In NAAOG@yahoogroups.com, "Bob" <bwise431419@y...> wrote:
>
> I carry a NAA mini in 22 mag currently. I've been looking at getting
> a Guradian in .380 or .32 just to have a little more fire power.
> The .32 interests me the most but .380 ammo is much cheaper. I don't
> know why I worry about ammo because I don't feel I'll shoot it much.
> I've also looked at the Kel-Tec models. They are much lighter and
> probably easier to carry.
>
> If anyone can share some experience on any of the guns it would be
> appreciated.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Bob
>