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Hi Debra, yes this pistol is very easy to take down clean and reassemble, as far as racking the slide it's a breeze, my 11 year old daughter has no issues when we are at the range, cheers and stay safe!

No for your personal physical limitations it would Not be Easy to rack. I suggest a revolver for you and your circumstance.

Hi Debra and welcome. The take-down is relatively easy and the rack effort is moderate. You should have no issue. Remember to push the handle and pull the slide at the same time. Cheers and stay safe!

Hi Debra, it's not hard to rack, but it is not marketed as an easy rack gun, so it may be a bit much for your arthritic thumb. I would suggest the Security .380 Lite Rack. https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/157197/ruger+sec-380+.380+acp+3.42+10rd+hgue , Designed for new shooters, those who struggle with racking traditional slides, and anyone looking to enjoy a day at the range, the Lite Rack system includes refined slide serrations, pronounced cocking ears, and a lighter recoil spring to ensure easy manipulation of the slide. If you can, go to a local gun shop and try both models out before you buy. That way you will know for sure. Stay safe & have a great day!

Yes this gun is easy to rack but the recoil can be a bit brutal on arthritic hands. My mom has had surgery on the ligaments in both of her thumbs and she hates that she got this gun. She really enjoys shooting my bersa thunder 380 though, it's easy to rack, double/single action and recoil is soft. https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/139415/bersa+talon+armament+llc+t380dt8+thunder+380+sa+da+380+acp+caliber+with+3.50+barrel+8+1+capacity+satin+nickel+finish+aluminum+frame+serrated+ma