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FHBrumb · April 30th, 2008, 10:22 AM

I have 45ACP (XD-45) and 9mm(M&P9c). Because I'm undecided...

If forced to pick only one caliber, right now, I'd be leaning towards the 45, over the 9mm, by a small margin.

Shot placement is far more critical then caliber selection, as long as you are close in power. I'd rather have a centered hit with a 9mm over a grazing shot with my 45 any day. Then, ammo selection weighs in. I prefer Gold Dot for either round. There are others, but Gold Dot has a good reputation, my guns like it, and it's locally available.

My XD-45 is at the gunsmith now being put on a diet. Once it's back, I'll see how easy it carries day to day, tucked in. If it's good, my 9mm M&Pc might start to collect dust in the safe.

April 30th, 2008, 10:22 AM	#51
FHBrumb Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: USA, where else? Posts: 46	I have 45ACP (XD-45) and 9mm(M&P9c). Because I'm undecided... If forced to pick only one caliber, right now, I'd be leaning towards the 45, over the 9mm, by a small margin. Shot placement is far more critical then caliber selection, as long as you are close in power. I'd rather have a centered hit with a 9mm over a grazing shot with my 45 any day. Then, ammo selection weighs in. I prefer Gold Dot for either round. There are others, but Gold Dot has a good reputation, my guns like it, and it's locally available. My XD-45 is at the gunsmith now being put on a diet. Once it's back, I'll see how easy it carries day to day, tucked in. If it's good, my 9mm M&Pc might start to collect dust in the safe.