2007-04-24 07:59:39 · 9 answers · asked by Cowboy Fan 1 in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Hunting
Make sure you shoot one of those before you buy it. When I shot an M&P 40, it grouped well but my finger kept tripping the magazine release and it would fall out. Pretty annoying
2007-04-24 15:42:30 · answer #1 · answered by brian f 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a militia Policeman I carry a 9mm super around and you will possibly be able to by employing good ammo for risk-free practices the 9mm has greater beneficial mag means then the .40 5 yet I do prefer the .40 5 I carry a Springfield Armory loaded 1911 (no longer interior the militia) and wouldn’t commerce it for something I certainly have a 9mm basically because of the mag means. That reported in my opinion you're spot on including your decision of a Springfield XD i've got faith in that funds this is the main suitable and maximum precise out of the field semi vehicle pistol for you to purchase.
2016-10-13 09:25:55 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it really matters for a self defense gun. Shot placement is more critical.
Personally, I like 9mm, 45 ACP and 10mm. 40 S&W comes in fourth place. I get much better accuracy from my 9, 45 and 10. Could be my gun in 40, but there are reports of accuracy problems with the 40, especially when it first came out.
Also, if you reload, they advise against using 180 grain or heavier bullets for the 40 due to dangers with excessive pressures.
One more thing about the 9 is that the casing is tapered, which translates to more reliable feeding.
2007-04-24 15:25:20 · answer #3 · answered by eddygordo19 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The .40 is a good round that is accurate and has knock down power. I would go with the 40 all the way
2007-04-24 08:59:05 · answer #4 · answered by suro25 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's up to you.
For CCW or other defence, .40SW is more powerful, but either will suffice.
If you were just planning to use it for the range mostly, I'd pick 9mm. 9mm ammo is the cheapest of the common mid-sized handgun rounds.
There's no massive difference between the two though.
2007-04-24 15:01:38 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends on alot of things.
Type of use, size/strength of user, income limitations on being able to practice (don't get a weapon tht you cannot afford to get proficient with - if you don't hit the target, the caliber doesn't matter), need for concealability, climate (what would a round have to penetrate? T-shirt or thick leather coat)
2007-04-24 08:17:32 · answer #6 · answered by teran_realtor 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What are you going to use this for? I prefer the .40, but it depends on use.
2007-04-24 08:07:16 · answer #7 · answered by lestermount 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
357 Magnum
2007-04-24 08:12:12 · answer #8 · answered by dca2003311@yahoo.com 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
.40.
2007-04-24 10:27:35 · answer #9 · answered by Aaron 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋