OK my first of three questions. Which is better for self defense 45 ACP, 9mm, 380, 32? Discuss why you think so and penetration, expansion, and over penetration in homes
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OK my first of three questions. Which is better for self defense 45 ACP, 9mm, 380, 32? Discuss why you think so and penetratio
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as far as carry a carry gun i like a glock 19 9mm. if its is something im going to leave beside my bed or in my car, the bigger the better i would go with 45 acp or even 357mag. as far as 380 its ok, but thats about all. i know 3 or 4 people who carry them and like them, but as far as me, 9mm is as small as i would carry. and a 32 is useless i would rather have a .22 or rocks. and as far as over penetration im not to worried about it in my house, but it can be an issue, but with all the new ammo thats out you can find something that suits your needs.
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.45 ACP is probably second best to .357 for the "one shot drop". However, these calibers of pistol run large and heavy. A 1911 even in Colt's Commander size is still to large for the likes of me. If you are looking for a self defense weapon, for concealed carry, I would have to say a .38 Special snub-nose is my favorite. It is light, versatile and has much better stopping power compared to a 9mm. Like Kolbster said, though, by my bed I would have a .45 ACP hands down.
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Oh, and as far as penetration goes, that also depends on the rounds. FMJ or solid lead will penetrate much more than a hollow point. Keep in mind also, that the 45 ACP is a large bullet with a slow-er (keyword slower with -er emphasized) muzzle velocity than a 9mm and is therefore less penetrating and more damaging.
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