Should the Army change the standard sidearm (Beretta 9MM)?

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 09 May 2014 14:47:11 -0400

In the event that a Soldier is returning fire with a side arm then many things have probably already gone bad. Assuming that you were in a situation that required the use of a sidearm would you prefer the current M9 or something else? My desire would be a heavier slow moving round such as the .45 ACP with double stack magazines.

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I found this very interesting article on Concealed Nation that the FBI chooses the 9mm after putting science to use. are you convinced the 9mm is better. I am not but it is a good debate. Link below.

http://concealednation.org/2014/10/fbi-decides-on-9mm-as-their-1-choice-and-have-tons-of-science-behind-their-decision/

FBI Decides On 9mm As Their #1 Choice And Have Tons Of Science Behind Their Decision

The great caliber debate is more of a myth than anything. What you shoot well with is the best caliber for you. But, now we have a whole slew of fantastic scientific evidence from the FBI ballistic labs that helps … Continue reading