Firearms Chambered in .32 ACP

The FN Model 1910 is a John Browning-designed pistol famous for its use in political assassinations and early 20th-century conflicts.

The Savage Model 1907 was a compact semi-automatic pistol marketed for self-defense and adopted by some police forces.

The Walther PPK (Polizei Pistole Kriminal — Police Pistol Criminal) is a compact semi-automatic pistol manufactured by Carl Walther GmbH. Famous as the sidearm of James Bond, it is one of the most iconic concealed-carry pistols ever produced.

The Kel-Tec P32 is an ultra-compact, locked-breech semi-automatic pistol chambered in .32 ACP that established the modern micro-compact pistol category. Weighing only 6.6 ounces unloaded and measuring less than an inch wide, it is one of the lightest and thinnest centerfire pistols ever produced. The P32 uses a locked-breech action instead of the typical blowback design found in most .32 ACP pistols, allowing for a lighter slide and reduced felt recoil. Its polymer frame with steel insert keeps weight to an absolute minimum while maintaining durability. The P32 was the platform from which Kel-Tec later developed the widely popular P3AT in .380 ACP and eventually their PF9 and P11 series of compact pistols.

The Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless is a single-action, hammerless semi-automatic pistol designed by John Browning and produced by Colt from 1903 to 1945. Despite the name, it is not truly hammerless; the hammer is concealed within the slide. Chambered in .32 ACP with an 8-round magazine, it was designed as a compact, reliable pocket pistol for civilian concealed carry. The 1903 features a grip safety, manual safety, and a distinctive streamlined profile. It was widely carried by generals in World War II, including General George S. Patton, who famously carried a nickel-plated Model 1903.

The FN Browning 1922 is a semi-automatic pistol produced by Fabrique Nationale dArmes de Guerre in Belgium. It was designed by John Browning as an enlarged version of the earlier FN Browning 1910. The pistol features a longer barrel and increased magazine capacity over its predecessor. The 1922 was widely adopted by military and police forces across Europe, particularly during World War Two. It is chambered for the .32 ACP and .380 ACP cartridges.

The Dreyse Model 1907 is an early blowback-operated pistol issued to German forces during WWI.

The Walther PP (Polizeipistole or Police Pistol) is a blowback-operated semi-automatic pistol introduced in 1929 by Carl Walther GmbH. It was the first successful double-action semi-automatic pistol design, allowing safe carry with a chambered round and a hammer-down position. Chambered in .32 ACP (7.65mm Browning), .380 ACP, and .22 LR, the PP features an 8-round magazine capacity. Its compact size and reliable operation made it a popular police and civilian firearm throughout the 20th century. The PP served as the basis for the more famous PPK model, which is essentially a shortened version of the PP.

The Mauser Model 1914 is a compact blowback-operated semi-automatic pistol produced by Mauser from 1914 to 1938. It was chambered in .32 ACP with an 8-round magazine capacity and featured a unique split slide design that was very advanced for its time. The Model 1914 was designed by Josef Nickl and was intended for civilian and military pocket carry. Its slender profile, reliable function, and high-quality manufacture made it a popular choice in Europe and the United States. The Model 1914 was the final evolution of Mauser's pocket pistol line that began with the Model 1910.

The Mauser HSc is a German semi-automatic pistol designed and manufactured by Mauser. It was developed as a replacement for the Mauser 1914 in the competitive commercial market. The HSc features a blowback action and a double-action trigger system with an external hammer. It was chambered in .32 ACP and later .380 ACP calibers. The pistol has a distinctive streamlined profile with a fully enclosed slide. It was widely used by German military and police forces during World War II.

The Norinco Type 77 is a semi-automatic pistol manufactured by Norinco in China. It is chambered in .32 ACP and features a unique one-hand cocking mechanism. The front of the trigger guard can be squeezed to retract the slide, allowing the pistol to be cocked and loaded with a single hand. The Type 77 uses a simple blowback action with a fixed barrel and a steel frame. It was designed for military officers and plainclothes security personnel who needed a compact, concealable sidearm. The pistol is slim, lightweight, and easy to conceal.

The Sauer 38H is a German semi-automatic pistol manufactured by JP Sauer and Sohn. It was one of the first mass-produced pistols with a fully concealed hammer and a double-action trigger. The 38H designation stands for Modell 38 Hahnlos, meaning hammerless. It uses a blowback action and was primarily chambered in .32 ACP. The pistol features a distinctive slide with serrations at the front and rear for manipulation. It was widely issued to Luftwaffe and police units during World War II.

The Unique Model 17 is a semi-automatic pistol manufactured by Manufacture dArmes des Pyrénées Françaises in France. It is a compact blowback pistol chambered in .32 ACP, designed for military and police use. The Model 17 was adopted by the French military as a secondary sidearm and by the Gendarmerie for plainclothes officers. It features a simple blowback action, a fixed barrel, and an 8-round detachable magazine.

The Seecamp LWS 32 is a tiny double-action only semi-automatic pistol chambered in .32 ACP, measuring just 4.25 inches long and 3.25 inches high, making it one of the smallest commercially produced semi-automatic pistols ever made. Designed by gunsmith Ludwig Wilhelm Seecamp, the pistol is built from stainless steel with a delayed blowback system that uses a chamber ring to retard slide opening, and it famously lacks any sights, being designed purely for close-range defensive use. The LWS 32's extreme precision manufacturing requires each pistol to be individually fitted, and decades-long waiting lists have made it one of the most sought-after deep concealment firearms in the American market.

The Mauser M1914 is a compact semi-automatic pistol designed by Mauser for the civilian market. It was chambered in .32 ACP (7.65mm Browning) and used a blowback action. The pistol features a unique design with the barrel fixed to the frame and a removable slide. It was one of the first successful pocket pistols produced by Mauser. The M1914 was also adopted by the German military as a secondary sidearm during World War I.

The Remington Model 51 is a compact semi-automatic pistol designed by John Pedersen. It features a unique delayed-blowback action that uses a separate breech bolt that moves within the slide. The pistol has a sleek, hammerless profile and was designed for pocket carry. It was chambered in .380 ACP with a smaller number made in .32 ACP. The Model 51 is known for low recoil and excellent accuracy for its size. It was produced in limited numbers and is prized by collectors today.

The CZ 50 is a compact semi-automatic pistol designed by the Brothers Cermak and manufactured by Česká zbrojovka. It was chambered in .32 ACP and used by Czechoslovak military and police forces during the Cold War. The pistol features a double-action trigger mechanism with a slide-mounted decocker. Its external hammer can be manually cocked or safely lowered using the decocking lever. The CZ 50 is known for its reliable functioning and high quality fit and finish.

The Franchi FS Mini is a compact, semi-automatic pistol manufactured by Luigi Franchi of Italy. It was introduced in the 1990s as a personal defense and backup weapon chambered in .32 ACP and .380 ACP. The FS Mini features a simple blowback action with a fixed barrel and a steel slide. The frame is made from lightweight aluminum alloy. The pistol has a double-action-only trigger system with a hammer block safety. It was designed for deep concealment and as a backup for law enforcement officers. The FS Mini was also known as the Franchi KS. It is known for its Italian craftsmanship and reliability.

The Ruby Model 1914 is a semi-automatic pistol designed by Gabilondo y Urresti of Spain. It was chambered in .32 ACP and was produced in massive quantities for the French military during World War I. The pistol used a simple blowback action with a 9-round magazine. Multiple Spanish manufacturers produced the Ruby under contract, leading to slight variations between batches. It was one of the most widely issued military pistols of the First World War.

The Frommer Stop is a Hungarian semi-automatic pistol designed by Rudolf Frommer. It features a long-recoil operating system that is unusual for a pistol of its size. The pistol was chambered in 7.65mm Browning and later adapted for .32 ACP export markets. It has a distinctive slender profile with a rotating bolt head for positive locking. The Frommer Stop served as the standard Hungarian military sidearm for several decades. Its long-recoil action provides a distinctively smooth shooting experience.

The Beretta 3032 Tomcat is a compact tip-up barrel pistol chambered in .32 ACP. It features an open-slide design with a tip-up barrel that allows loading and unloading without operating the slide. The Tomcat is slightly larger than the Bobcat but offers more powerful chambering. Its frame is made from lightweight aluminum alloy for easy carry. The pistol has been a popular choice for backup and concealed carry since its debut.

The FN Model 1903 is a semi-automatic pistol designed by John Browning and manufactured by Fabrique Nationale of Belgium. It was chambered primarily in 9x20mm Browning Long, though many were also produced in .32 ACP. The pistol uses a simple blowback action with a fixed barrel. It served as the standard sidearm for many European military forces including Sweden, Belgium, and the Netherlands. The FN 1903 is known for its reliable performance and high quality finish.

The Škorpion vz. 61 is a Czechoslovak machine pistol designed by Miroslav Rybář. Originally developed for security and special forces use, it features a unique rate-of-fire reducer mechanism and fires the .32 ACP cartridge from a vertical box magazine.

The MAS-38 is a submachine gun designed and manufactured by the French MAS armory. It was chambered in 7.65mm Longue, a unique French pistol cartridge. The weapon features a distinctive canted barrel and bolt assembly that was visible through the receiver. It served as the standard submachine gun of the French military during World War II. The MAS-38 is known for its unusual appearance and compact design.

The Welrod is a British bolt-action integrally suppressed pistol developed during World War II for covert operations. Designed to look like a simple pipe with a grip, it was the ultimate assassination weapon — nearly silent, concealable, and leaving no spent casings behind when fired with its rubber wipes intact.