I vehemently disagree with this. Why people insist on giving petite women snub-nosed revolvers as their first handgun is beyond me.
I have seen way too many petite new shooters/snubby revolver combination go through the many Basic Pistol classes I have taught to tell you that this almost always ends in disaster. The only thing these women end up developing is a very pronounce flinch (usually low) and a deep hatred for shooting.
I have found that once they are taught the proper technique to manipulate a slide, a polymer-framed 9mm, such as the Glock 19 (just as an example), works out much better for the shooter's enjoyment and effectiveness.
Don't get anything "cuter" like the Ruger PF-9, Kel-Tec P-32 or P-3AT or Ruger's version though. Take her to a range that rents handguns or ask some of your friends to let her try different ones. Even better, find a competent Basic Handgun Instructor who would be willing to teach her the fundamentals and to let her try various handguns.
But that's just my 2 cents worth!!
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