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Model Witness Pavona Polymer Compact
EAA Pistol Witness Pavona Polymer Compact .380 Auto Variant-1
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Gun Dimensions Width:1.4-in
Length:7.3-in Height:4.5-in
Barrel:3.6-in Weight:26-oz
Variant 1 of 5
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (90 grain bullet)89190
  • Recoil Factor (90 grain bullet)2.15 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity14 rounds
  • ConcealabilityGood
  • Defense Factor64%
Gun Specifications
Type:Pistol
Produced:2014 - 2018
Caliber:.380 Auto
Action:recoil operated semi-automatic
Trigger:double-action (DA/SA)
Safety:frame mounted manual safety
Magazine:13-round
Frame:polymer
Grip:integrated polymer
Sights:white 3-dot, fixed front and rear
Notes:Black model
Manufacturer
European American Armory Corp.
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Gun Value
MSRP:$495.00Used Est:$375.00
Last Update:11/16/2023
About the Gun

The EAA Pavona made by Tanfoglio is a variant of their Witness Polymer Compact, redesigned for women’s market. The polymer-framed gun is offered in a variety of color options, with glitter embedded in the color matrix providing a stylish frame finish. While the Pavona is a double-action (DA/SA) pistol, it does not have a decocking lever. Rather, it has a frame mounted safety that locks the cocked hammer, much like a 1911 pistol. Cocking the hammer first allows for easier racking of the slide, and the cocked hammer safety allows for a light trigger pull on the first round. Both functions resolve issues many women have with semi-automatic pistols. Other differences from the Witness Polymer Compact include weight, the elimination of an accessory rail, and magazine capacity.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .380 Automatic
Alias: 9mm Browning Short
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:90 grains
MV:991 ft/sec ME:196 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

Designed by John Browning and introduced by Fabrique Nationale of Belgium, this cartridge has achieved world-wide acceptance and has even been adopted as the standard pistol cartridge by several governments. One reason for the round's success is that it is the largest practical cartridge that can be easily adapted to small automatic pocket pistols. Ballistics fall far short of even the 9mm Luger, but still prove adequate for most self-defense situations. The round has established quite a niche position in this role, often being chosen over more traditional small calibers such as the .25 and .32 Autos.

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