Thanks.
My two cents:
I have a Walther PPQM2 which is a larger version of the CCP. I can tell you that it has the best trigger by far over all the rest of the pistols in my mini-collection, even my SIG 229. My wife has the same gun and she says the same thing about it. In the .380 arena, I have both a Glock 42 and a Sig 238. Of the two, the SIG is by far the better piece. But they are very different guns, with the SIG being a mini-1911 in the way it functions. For me, both weapons need to be loaded with the 7 round extended grip magazines, so you have a place for your pinky! Being able to get a good grip on a sub-compact is the biggest problem in being able to hit anything with them. The other thing about the Walther, is it comes with three sets of grip inserts, so you have a means to fit it to your hand. I just imagine that the CCP has the same feature.
I wish I could help...
I like the walther p22,about tbe same size, they are nice, i especialy like them bcause no safety in the trigger, hate that.
Had she considered the Smith and Wesson shield 2.0?
In a .380, the S&W M&P EZ is incredibly easy to rack the slide.
https://www.smith-wesson.com/firearms/mp-380-shield-ez-0
If she hasn't tried one, the 9 mm Glock model 19 might be worth a try. They are not always easy to find. My wife has small hands and arthritis pain makes racking heard for her too. But she found this one to have a comfortable grip and easy operation.
Not to confuse things but I really like the Sig P365. The newer manufactured ones have had no issues. The accuracy is exceptional and they offer 10+1 and 12 +1 in a very tiny package. The ergonomics are very good and it disappears when carried. Only thing I can’t speak to is whether the slide is easy enough to rack. I would definitely recommend handling one alongside the Walther.
I have the same problem.
Solved it by purchasing a CZ SP-01 and sending it to Cajun Gunworks.
Big maybe for a woman because the mag holds 18 with, one in the breach 19.
Cajun Gunworks converted it to a 1911 single action, target trigger and a softer spring which makes racking it much much easier.
CZ makes smaller models that might be more acceptable to a woman, but then some women carry cannons....so have her look at all of their pistols.
A little expensive to buy sight unseen, counting the gunsmith bill, but the result will be a highly desirable pistol that you can easily sell if it does not suit.
I have not bought one, but I did try a Smith that was pretty easy to rack, but I cannot remember the model. I do recall that it was a 1911 model.
There was also a HK that was very easy, but I would never buy one because they have boycotted Israel.
The CZ is also very easy to break down for cleaning.
I think the .380 round is a good choice. My recommendation is visit a gun show, or several gun shows. Look for a pistol that fits her hands, is comfortable to hold, and, one she can easily operate. Rack the slide, pull the trigger, etc. She needs a pistol she’s confident she can use.
I like the fixed barrel. I think it shoots the available bullet weights very well. Though, the upper trigger area gets hot when shooting many rounds in a short amount of time. On the pre-M2, I have not figured how to use the tool yet.
The CCP M2 felt the best and was the most accurate. The CCP had the softest trigger. I felt that the quality was the best of all that I considered.
I chose the The Taurus 709 and Ruger. Why, because 709 and LC9 have safeties and the trigger pull for both pistols is long. I like long trigger pulls on my concealed carry, because I want just a moment to realize that I am pulling a trigger. I like safeties. I store the pistols in a drawer with the safeties on and carry with the safeties off.
My problem with the CCP was the trigger was too good. My concern is that in a high pressure environment, I would pull the trigger when pulling out the pistol; thus, firing too early. Your mileage may vary.
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How does she plan to carry?
I have a Glock 42 and carry IWB. Larger the weapon, harder it is to conceal. Plus weight. The weapon you don’t have with you is not doing her much good.
You may want to reconsider the .380 The pistol I most regret losing was a Beretta Cougar in .380. Beautiful craftsmanship. Not a mini .380 which makes it more controllable. Single or double stack. Also offered in 9mm.
I should add that the magazines are really easy to load on Shield EZ as well. I got one brand new for $329. Came with two mags, a cable lock, and a locking case. It’s her gun, but I’ve found it is a blast to shoot as well.
Get the Revolver till
She heals up.
Then go shopping!
Backups are always nice.
Highly accurate, easy to shoot (feels great in your, or your wife's hand, light trigger pull, light slide pull), easy to break down and clean, reasonably priced and extremely reliable.
Tremendous CC fire arm. Built off of the Walther PPK platform blueprints.
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The Ruger LC380, or the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield EZ.
Both guns are 9mm chassis, chambered in .380 ACP. Because of this, they are incredibly easy to rack the slide, and with the correct self defense ammunition (Hornaday Critical Defense is one) the .380 is a very credible self-defense round.
Take her to the gun store and have her try out both.
My one cent, I have a Walther PPKS 380 that I have to send to Arnold Schwarzenegger to rack it for me.