Beretta Tomcat 3032 .32 ACP - Pocket Protector

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The Beretta 3032 Tomcat is a great conceal carry option for those that are recoil sensitive. The .32 ACP is a usable defense round putting out ~130 FT/LBS of energy at the muzzle.
Beretta 3032 Tomcat .32 ACP
Caliber: 7.65mm/32ACP
Capacity: 7+1
Trigger: Single/Double 10/4 LBS(Guessed)
Total Length: 125mm/4.9"
Barrel Lenght: 61mm/2.4"
Overall Width: 28mm/1.1"
Overall Height: 95mm/3.7"
Sight Radius: 84mm/3.3"
Weight: 410gr/14.5"
Thanks for watching!!

[@natashaseider1637]

Can't beat Beretta quality . I know someone who owns the Tomcat . He loves it !

[@selaxlife7621]

I own one but finding ammo is a b!tch! I can only find the ammo that berreta insists u don't use with the gun...lmao oh well...atleast I look cool though.

[@LB-kk3kw]

A fantastic little gun in a highly underrated caliber! My daily carry piece.

[@dinodan4478]

This is in the top 3 videos regarding this pistol. I already have a Bobcat .22Ir and I carry it all the time. At church or at a restaurant with my family I will carry my Glock 26, which I also love. I am buying one of these Tomcats now, and will give the Bobcat to my wife. You are a good teacher, by the way. I am going on 73 years old now, and a simple” gun is what I need, for sure. Thank you.

[@osallent]

I carry the Beretta Cheetah as my CCW in the winter here in Florida, and the Beretta Tomcat as my summer CCW when shorts and a t-shirt are basically mandatory due to the ridiculously hot weather. And for the home I have a Beretta shotgun. I'm a huge Beretta fan because all my Beretta firearms are extremely well made, superbly reliable, and extremely accurate. Beretta is an awesome company.

[@talisikid1618]

Amen

[@markchoate9021]

Bought one of these about twenty years ago. I like it but have not had it out much for a long time. This video has renewed my interest so I think I will get it out and shoot it some.

[@lowtones2]

Great review of a great firearm.I've carried the TC 3032 for nearly 14 years in every possible CC configuration imaginable.It's truly snag free in every sense of the word in and out of the pocket. I could not begin to count the rounds fired through mine and I have NEVER had a misfeed, misfire or ejection issue.I did have to replace the firing pin years ago and had some work done on the safety too.Beretta covered the costs.Very accurate, very tough and fun gun;prefer it over hammerless CCW's.

[@shadowlab9543]

this is the best most comprehensive review on the tomcat. well done !!!! thank you

[@thomasosteen1788]

Man I have been wanting a Tomcat for years. Thanks for sharing the awesome video. Take care and God Bless

[@saxtx09]

Great video, it's long overdue to have someone extol the benifits of the .32 acp. Practice your accuracy and speed of draw and follow up shots (in this order) and you shouldn't fear anyone with a larger caliber. It's about who gets the first shot, where and every shot after the first increases your odds of success greatly.

[@Chief2Moon]

DAA55XXXX series Tomcat in"Inox"stainless- over 2500rds with no burps,belches or hiccups. I don't have the hand strength to manipulate the slide, but have never had to. I rarely shoot any caliber in +P, thinking it mainly adds unnecessary wear& I'm confident with standard pressure rounds in any firearm I own. Totally satisfied with its accuracy,size& dependability.

[@chardtomp]

I have one I bought used several years ago. Great little pocket gun! Perfect for Florida where we're never dressed very heavily.

[@glenmo1]

My cousin has a Tomcat ..great gun .. I painted her front sight for her with bright red glow in the dark paint.. so she could see the site.,love the TIP UP BARREL Berettas .. I own a jet fire.25 ACP .. that I carried for years to the '90s up until about 2003 in my pocket in the DeSantis leather trickster pocket holster. Wouldn't hesitate to carry it nowadays...

[@dukeafs]

Just bought this exact Beretta gun. I've watched many KZbin videos about it. Your video is in the 2 or 3 best. You described the pistol and its features completely, you displayed the gun effectively and showed it up close. The range firing and comments about the shooting experience are what anyone interested in purchasing a Beretta Tomcat for concealed carry needs to hear. As you stated, "it would be a bad day for anyone facing the Tomcat in a self defense situation."

[@24roughing76]

Make sure you use ammo that's less than 130 ft lbs. I love mine. Good choice 👌

[@tomrogers5862]

Of the four pocket .32 Autos currently made in the US, the Beretta 3032 Tomcat is the best choice if you value magazine capacity, being able to get a grip on the gun, having minimal recoil, having an affirmative external safety, and a DA/SA trigger.

[@hayesman76]

Excellent review. *Great* video quality. Love that blue fabric background and the close-up views, which really lets the viewer focus on and appreciate the detail of the texture and parts of the gun! Thanks for uploading it!

[@rkirschner7175]

I got mine used for $250. Love it. Also purchased Beretta 81. Also .32acp. Surplus Italian police. Unfired or carried. Great pistol. Can't shoot. 357,44 mag,or 45acp all the time. Don't own 9mm. Yup,I'm weird.

[@Marbleeyes54]

Doc,I want to thank you for making this excellent video.I have watched this numerous times and it has helped me make my decision on what gun to buy.I just ordered one today from a local gun shop and can't wait to get it.After alot of research,I think it should fit my needs.Again,you did a great job explaining just about everthing about this gun.Thank you.

[@MPGunther1]

I've been looking at one of these and you've given me the best look at it

[@chongo614]

I had one of these years ago I miss it so bad I love those little tomcats!

[@1963sae]

Paulo Cesar , yes of course

[@vernroach3413]

I have one, I love it and I totally trust it...That alone makes it worth having....Thanks for this video.

[@rcbishop7580]

Same, same, and same... This gun is in my pocket whenever I leave the house (unless I'm taking out a PPK, PPQ subcompact, or PPS.) One strange thing about this gun from my experience, though: this gun is jam city *WHEN YOU FIRST START USING IT* but once you break it in, runs almost flawlessly. Never have had a gun that I've had to "break in" so that it would function properly 'till the ole Tomcat. "Breaking it in" took about 3 range sessions for me and I have yet to have a jam since comparative to the multiple jams I'd have trying to cycle through a single mag 🤷‍♂️ Oh, well! She's a beautiful and efficient pocket pistol now and I have zero complaints!!

[@barryjobe]

Good program. I have a Tomcat (my second) and I keep it by my front door - when someone arrives unannounced, I slip it into the back pocket of my jeans and I'm protected. It doesn't print on my jeans, and the gun is as reliable as the day is long. I got my first, an upgrade from a Bobcat (in either .22 LR or .25 ACP - I had both), and it's the right balance of small size, reliability and up-close stopping power.

[@TuanTran-lz6ui]

I love this gun! You can’t beat a beretta.

[@BaddFrogg777]

A most excellent and thorough review. Picking one up tomorrow in INOX.

[@bradleypmayo]

glad to see someone else praising these great little pistols. you're right on about the deadliness of it due to how well it shoots the .32acp. shooting mine yesterday i was grouping sub 5" at 50'(goofy indoor range rule having to run the target to the backstop). 5 years ago i got mine and an ex girlfriend one as well(she got the pretty INOX version) to carry. her first time shooting a pistol was her tomcat and put all 8 rounds in a silhouette at 50'. mine stays on my ankle and i love it!!!

[@Marbleeyes54]

I picked up my Tomcat inox a few weeks ago and so far I'm really pleased with it.My first box of shells I used were American Eagle 71 gr fmj. and the gun worked flawlessly.I was really impressed with the accuracy (at 10 yards).Then yesterday I tried some Blazer 71 gr fmj and what a difference.They were dirty,not as accurate and I had 2 ftf.Doc,I know you used them in your video with no problems.I will keep experimenting and see what works best.All in all,I'm very pleased with this gun.Thanks.

[@Shane-Singleton]

I handled one of the blued models earlier today in a local store. Which is what led me to this video. I think it felt like a GREAT little sturdy firearm. I think I may have found what to get my mom when we go for our CHL's

[@paulgonzales3116]

I bought a Beretta 21a .22cal. Bobcat. Have had it for a couple years. Just love it. Carry it all the time. Time to get its bigger brother in .32acp the Tomcat.

[@MartyInLa]

I have one of these. I bought it off a friend. He had to send it back to the factory twice before it functioned properly. It works great now. Agree with everything you said. Yes, mine is very accurate, too. I should say here I have one of the earlier blued non-Inox versions. Frame hasn't cracked yet!!

[@robbase35107]

I brought mines last week love the 3032 tomcat.32auto.

[@avsafetytek]

I love my tomcat had for eight months after 600 rounds it starting to crack never shot any hot loads threw it… I sent it back they replaced no issues 🇺🇸👍🏽

[@aksuperhero]

I have 3032 and I love it. A year ago is was attacked by a coyote while walking my dog, to make it short the coyote never had a chance.

[@apuzyr]

One of the rare pocket pistols that are DA/SA. One less thing to think about in that split second when a moment goes from bad to worse.

[@leaningright252]

Excellent video of a great gun. If you can put rounds on target any caliber is leathal. I have a Beretta Bobcat in 25 acp and sometimes that's all I'm able to carry. I don't feel under-gunned because I train regularly. Thanks for the video.

[@MarkChesneyvolunteerone]

Thanks for the informative video. I'm about to get one of these.

[@sporty05]

great review, love my tomcat. it's my "always carry" gun. Agree about the accuracy, I can shoot more accurately with this than my compact 9mm.

[@1GUNTOTINGTEXAN]

Great video Doc! "Getmethere" comments were right on the money, 2 ih the chest & 1 in the head, no one is gonna complain about what caliber they were just shot with!!! All about shot placement.

[@susandunnington5684]

Just purchased one of these, from Cabelas, and it didn't last two days, and too boot, not one round fired. It is back to Beretta and I will let you know how good their customer service is.

[@marlonpatawaran9248]

I love it, I have the Alleycat and practice a lot with it.

[@arieheath7773]

This seems like a great pistol for carry during the summer.

[@MatoNupai]

I agree. It’s not as strong as my Colt Mustang.380 but in my opinion a little Beretta Tomcat in your pocket when you need it beats the .45 that was too heavy to carry in the clothes you decided to wear that day. In 2019 I fell breaking my left index finger and simply can’t rack the damn slide. This may be just what I need. Thanks for the review

[@CheifDegenerate]

This just became one of my EDC pocket pistols since Lehigh made the 32 acp Xtreme Cavitator! 50gr bullet! great performance!

[@shevetlevi2821]

I just ordered that exact ammo today. From the gel tests I saw on KZbin I think it elevates the .32 to another level.

[@theR0ck]

2020 now, just bought mine yesterday.

[@kevinosborne8308]

I just got mine today

[@rlbonham]

Ordered mine from a small local gun shop. Will get it in three weeks (because of delays tied to COVID-19)

[@kevinosborne8308]

It is amazing! Ive put 1000 rounds through it no problem. Love this little thing.

[@XXLEE211XX]

Same man, just got mine today. Usually carry a performance center shield, but I'm loving this Ina pocket with some nice dress shorts. Hope yours serves you well.

[@BOB-wx3fq]

@@kevinosborne8308 careful putting alot of ammo throw these Beretta rep told me It's good for about 3,000 rounds...

[@partriarch]

Had an older 3032 Tomcat which I presented to a nephew a few years ago. He graduated from Police Academy, and I'd promised him the choice of any one of my smaller sidearms upon his completion of the Academy. Of all the pistols he saw, he chose my Tomcat for on-duty back up and off-duty concealed carry. I really should buy another, but noted they have become thicker than before, and heavier. Still want one.

[@JohnSmith6875]

I like mine. I have one just like yours, a 3032 Inox. Bought it a couple of years ago. Great for the ladies and the elderly because they don't have to cycle the slide at all, just put one in the pop up barrel. As far as frames cracking on the Tomcat, nitwits put in cartridges that are too hot. This is not a brutish all steel 357 revolver. I have mine primarily for walks and protection against canine attack. Press the gun to the top of the head between their ears. Instant results.

[@Chief2Moon]

Orange paint on the front sight makes the Tomcat a gem!

[@larrylabair5996]

after 45 years with guns on my hip the 32 acp 380 acp and 22lr are my go to guns and all the people that say they wont stop any one will never let any one shoot them to prove that point its all about shot placement and a miss is still a miss with any cal

[@tomwixson53]

Great review. Great little pistol

[@SVTSMALLS]

Thanks man u have been very helpful.

[@mick6701]

I live in Central Florida so i carry a Beretta Tomcat during our Brutally hot summers mainly june-september the .32 acp round can effectively work as a EDC gun or even in a Backup situation i am purchasing a Ruger LC9 for my new summer EDC, but will still keep tomcat in the rotation Great Video!!

[@Lawrence64]

:) Man that's freaky cold out there. Nice video. Don't forget the safety glasses.

[@MyHollowpoint]

Nice pocket pistol. I love the barrel feature, handy as pockets on a shirt :)

[@enjoythewildUSA]

Great review!

[@lynnmcbee4904]

I spoke to beretta about the 3 rd of Jan. 2017 they said they are still making both the.22 and the.32, they are also opening a new factory in Gallatin,Tennessee!

[@GrumblingGrognard]

Yes and yes. Use it as rated. I have the Inox, I have fired 250 rnds through it, not a single jam of any sort.

[@carlcline9970]

love a tomcat 32

[@rskessler5796]

Excellent!

[@MegaAppleshit]

Lehigh loads their extreme cavitator and underwood loads extreme defenders in 32 acp. They do more damage than fmj, but still penetrate deeper than hollow points. If you carry a 32, they are something to consider.

[@SVTSMALLS]

Omg thanks i dint expect a response....you are the best ...basically a primary gun and i guess a home defense gun cus i cant have a ccw in california wellbatleast not yet!!

[@StevenMelikean]

Very, very good video. Pandemic has really screwed up stocking of this popular pocket auto handgun. I want one bad.

[@roguetrooper2138]

I have this gun and I love it. One of the biggest ADVANTAGES is that it’s thick. Man what a great grip. I just wish the sights were 10% bigger and the barrel 2.5” long. But overall, I’m loving it. I use ball ammo. (Do NOT dry fire it)

[@chiwawa130]

Can you use snap caps for dry firing Tomcat?

[@frankwillis9928]

I just purchased one of these little pistols. Note; you can reload without racking the slide by placing a shell in the barrel and firing the first shot double action.

[@Mittenmario]

M9 in a shrink machine Dope

[@pks112944]

They are the very best.>

[@cmac6173]

Great Video...Very Informative...Thanks

[@Marine052191]

I would love a tomcat, but they are really hard to find in my area, so i bought a Kel Tec P32

[@user-pu4eg9cq9m]

Gonna be my summer pocket gun

[@TuckerFamilyEC]

Nice review

[@Lawrence64]

If I am not mistaken, the mag release on this gun is to be operated by the left hand. Nice that you mastered with the right hand.

[@matthewrobinson4323]

Awesome video, as always. It looks like a very good choice for ccw, but I think I'll stick with my snubbie. Would you please do a comparison of the Beretta and a Smith and Wesson J Frame?

[@Doopiezz]

I never realized how good of a gun this would be. I have a Hi-Point .380, and my mom is currently looking to get a pistol, but she wants a light one. I said a .32 because it's still got the stopping power of a 30 caliber round, but it's a light gun. This was VERY informative, and now I know a little more about the Beretta 2023 Tomcat. What other .32 calibers would you suggest? I know Beretta can be pricey at times.

[@N98858]

good review... I just purchased one of these, but have yet to shoot it! Thanks ';-)

[@DocTacDad]

@SVTSMALLS It really depends on what you want to use the gun for...I need more information to answer your question. Are you getting a gun for home defense, conceal carry, just to have as a general gun?

[@nomadpi1]

Thks for the info. I have been thinking about buying one for the last few weeks.

[@juanidrogo6681]

Awesome

[@davidwence48]

Good video

[@sneakypenguin7750]

Check out the Lehigh Defense Xtreme Cavitator rounds too.

[@SmokeRingsPipeDreams]

1:03 .... That'll wake you up in the morning! :)

[@Feralcats89]

This is actually my main carry now, orginaly i had a.380 my father had gotten me for christmas. unfortunatly i have carpel tunnel so i cant sure the the .380 rounds, that .32 is great and ive put maybe 5,000 rounds threw it now and find it alot more comfortable.

[@glenmo1]

Problem with lightweight modern 380 is they have extremely snappy recoil my Taurus TCP 380 wants to jump out of my hands once I didn't have a good grip it flipped up and bit my hand with the slide.! 32 much better especially for people who are recoil sensitive or with weak hands .. with the Tip-Up barrel they don't need to rack the slide either love the tomcat

[@andrewjwheelerjr275]

I love this so much Love it do you hear me out there brother that's an awesome looking little pistol you got their like the way you put this video in perspective on shooting from the different yards and angles man because if by any chance someone out of nowhere just try being a foolish person will get it this little quality durable pistol will do the job for you I mean it's just an amazing firearm well next to its older brothers the fine 9mm and the Beretta 380 but not just and only them but all the other Beretta models as well I love them all but again great video and description of this very unique and interesting firearm yes indeed beautiful performance well you take care of yourself brother and as always be safe and watch out for perpetrators because their out there waiting for you well peace everyone😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃.

[@scooter17568]

Great little gun. I bought the blue version with the CTC laser grip a couple of years ago. (Nicked it when I got home removing the zip tie...sigh.) It's really a range toy but I suppose if it were all I could carry, I'd feel okay about it. Myabe a little more practice. Sidenote: in Texas the 32auto is the minimum caliber with which one may qualify for a CHL (or at least it was when I qualified a few years ago).

[@rcbishop7580]

Yep, definitely no need to leave it cocked. Just keep safety off and that double action will take you right into self defense without really any tradeoff if the time ever comes.

[@glenmo1]

I have a Kel-Tec 32 gen.1 ..only 6oz (unloaded) it's the latest gun I own.. carry it when my Taurus TCP 380 and 38 special are too heavy or are cucumbersome.. I trust the 32 ACP for stopping power.. especially headshots

[@sycamorebacker1]

Push the mag release with your left hand and pull the mag out all in one motion.

[@44heathikins]

I have the tomcat also but my mags drop all the way out with no assist. Maybe your magazine housing needs cleaning? Nice video!

[@eddwiggins4383]

Nice eye protection there, POPEYE

[@newhuskytwenty]

I really love that 32 Tomcat but do you consider better the 32 Keltec? It's slimmer and that is an advantage when CC.

[@rrevved]

I'm going to buy one!! Two comments on your -excellent review-. It is my understanding that under normal conditions there is no need to rack the slide. You slam in the mag, pop up the chamber/barrel and load a shell. Why would I need to use the stiff slide, if I didn't want to? Also, I have seen videos of the tomcat mag eject briskly and completely from the gun. In your review it looks as if your finger is holding it in. Am I correct? I've not held one yet. Tomorrow!! Thanks for any info.

[@DocTacDad]

@tubevideoguy762 I'll agree with you there...but, the .22mag is wasted in a short barrel in my opinion. In an short barrel equivalent the .32 ACP will outshine because of the energy and increased mass.

[@glenmo1]

Paint the front sight on your tomcat bright Orange so they can be easily picked up I love the DeSantis Superfly pocket holster with velcro on flap to prevent printing in the pocket it also has a grippy surface so the holster will not come out with the gun

[@TARugg]

... and your eye protection, sir?

[@michelelovesfreedom]

Do you have a video of loading it?

[@tubevideoguy762]

@DocTacDad i have always said the 25 acp = the 22lr and a 32 acp = a 22mag truthful? maybe not but i think those cartridges are about tied

[@gerrynightingale9045]

*You forgot a key advantage with a 'Beretta'...the gun can be loaded one round at a time very quickly with either hand and fired* (no magazine-disconnect 'safety') *Lose the mag...and you STILL have an effective weapon*

[@MrSKOHC]

I hated this gun.... till I saw this video.... Beretta should sponsor you. They've got my money because of you.

[@DocTacDad]

@SVTSMALLS Ok...so if you are looking at the Beretta I'd go with the 92FS as a general gun. I'd also suggest looking at the PX4 it's a really nice shooting gun. I've owned a 92FS in the past and they are really sturdy guns. The only downside it's grip is a bit wide if you have smaller hands. Let me know if you have any other questions.

[@miragexl007]

getting the new shield...someday when its available for carr. bought the tomcat like 10 years ago with the idea to carry. practically new and never ended up carrying it but remember loving shooting it. nice. looking at it right now and anxious to get shootin it again. Nice review.

[@patfarenga2818]

Mad violinist

[@patfarenga2818]

The mad violinist

[@gregd4391]

I love the Tomcat, but the frame cracked after carrying it for about 20 year. I'm guessing it cracked from me carrying it my back pocket and sitting on it for decades. Fortunately, I was able to get a new one. The SS looks much better than it appears in this video. There is a "half cooked" position that allows for keeping the hammer off of the firing pin to prevent the gun from firing if there is an impact to the hammer.

[@saxtx09]

Hey Doc, while I understand shot placement is king, where you suprised how mobile the two punks were after being shot at the Florida internet cafe by a .380? Did it make you doubt the .32 acp at all?

[@chokeout412]

If you search the net, most if not all of the reported frame issues are years old by now. If they were still cracking, it would be all over the forums which you don't see. That is why I ordered one again.

[@Chief2Moon]

Angel King Just stick with standard pressure, NO +P. Beretta still recommends a 130ft.lbs. limit on muzzle energy.

[@Remislinger2]

I'm interested in this gun and have been doing some reading. What I've come across indicates some of the INOX slides cracked as well, and the likely culprit was +p rounds some people were using. That certainly was a useful point you brought up about cleaning solvents attacking the grips. Good info, good review.

[@TheZombieburner]

You can just cut away/file off the crack and continue like it wasn't there.