I've been through a lot of semi-auto handguns, just trying to figure out what I like. I started out with 1911's, tried a DE Jericho/941 in .40, an XD, Another 1911, a few random 9's, a glock .40. And now I only have Glock 9mm's (I especially like the 19). I've taken most of these to classes and that's how I've figured out what works for me.
Anyway, some guys always make fun of my 9's and say things like "anything that doesn't start with a 4 and end with a 5 lacks enough power"; and shouldn't even be considered, unless it's for a woman! So I just wanted to start up a discussion with you on your chosen handgun caliber(s), and what you like/dislike about them and others.
I would like to start by saying the .40 or 10mm is my favorite handgun cartridge; but they're to expensive for me. Glocks are mostly 9's and the 9's tend to have the least problems and more aftermarket parts (also, I chose glock because everyone has one, they're good guns, and they're cheap(er) and easy to work on). I can afford to practice with 9mm, and I shoot it better; since I believe shot placement is key, and I like to shoot, I like 9 for these reasons.
I think a 9 with good hollow points performs about as well as a .45acp with hollow points (at least according to the fbi gelatin tests I've seen, but I would still give a slight edge to the .45). If we're comparing fmj though, of course .45 wins hands down. Since every handgun is underpowered, I'd prefer to practice with cheaper ammo anyway. Extra capacity is also a plus, but it's not a make or break factor for me.
I also think that John browning himself would prefer a 9 (LOL I know, it sounds blasphemous!) considering most of his pistols and cartridge designs were small caliber (.25 ACP, .32 ACP, .38 ACP, 9mm Browning Long,.380 ACP), and that the early prototypes of the 1911 were designed for a smaller cartridge. Once again, I have formed these opinions because I can afford to practice with the 9, and I shoot it slightly better.
So what do you all think?
Anyway, some guys always make fun of my 9's and say things like "anything that doesn't start with a 4 and end with a 5 lacks enough power"; and shouldn't even be considered, unless it's for a woman! So I just wanted to start up a discussion with you on your chosen handgun caliber(s), and what you like/dislike about them and others.
I would like to start by saying the .40 or 10mm is my favorite handgun cartridge; but they're to expensive for me. Glocks are mostly 9's and the 9's tend to have the least problems and more aftermarket parts (also, I chose glock because everyone has one, they're good guns, and they're cheap(er) and easy to work on). I can afford to practice with 9mm, and I shoot it better; since I believe shot placement is key, and I like to shoot, I like 9 for these reasons.
I think a 9 with good hollow points performs about as well as a .45acp with hollow points (at least according to the fbi gelatin tests I've seen, but I would still give a slight edge to the .45). If we're comparing fmj though, of course .45 wins hands down. Since every handgun is underpowered, I'd prefer to practice with cheaper ammo anyway. Extra capacity is also a plus, but it's not a make or break factor for me.
I also think that John browning himself would prefer a 9 (LOL I know, it sounds blasphemous!) considering most of his pistols and cartridge designs were small caliber (.25 ACP, .32 ACP, .38 ACP, 9mm Browning Long,.380 ACP), and that the early prototypes of the 1911 were designed for a smaller cartridge. Once again, I have formed these opinions because I can afford to practice with the 9, and I shoot it slightly better.
So what do you all think?
