I ask because my Mom rolled into town last night. My brother and I were showing her our wares and she absolutely couldn’t wind up the Kimber and could barely make the H&K 9mm. She actually had to cock the hammer to get there.
Heck, she was even having trouble with the Ruger Mark III. Weird, it felt weak and worn in my hands.
We are going shopping, this week, so she can find something more suitable for her weak little hands.
Kahr makes a small frame 9mm she might like.
The Taurus Judge is easy to load, shoot, and carry. I have several semi’s but women like to keep their nails done and can break one or two loading the clips, especially gals who are new at shooting. Also remember if she does not shoot much she does not have to remember to chamber a round with a revolver. Some ranges allow you to rent different types of semis or revolvers. Check in your area to see if you have those options and let her try out a Judge. In my area a local sports store just put them on sale. I’m gonna go get one with the pink grip as a Christmas present to myself!
I’m sure you will get her the perfect fit that she will enjoy, main thing is to let her get the feel of several to see what fits her hand. But don’t let anyone tell you that gals can’t shoot them because it just aint so. You shoot one and you will love it!