Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
G23 is a little snappy but in a Sig229 it is alot easier to handle
G23 is a little snappy but in a Sig229 it is alot easier to handle
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Sidearms & Scatterguns 40 caliber, like or don't like
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Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
I am not a fan of 40 in modern polymer pistols. It's generally slower splits with the higher-recoil impulse. But you don't get any more statical stopping power over 9mm HP ammo.
As a tried and true 45 guy, it took me some-time to accept this was also true with 9mm HP.
If I was running ball,it would be a different story.
Hypocritical disclaimer: I do like the 40 in 5" steel 1911s. You can make major and load to your sweet spot. Also...40 brass is everywhere. So basically I run 40 just like I run 45 for the same applications.
TTR
I am not a fan of 40 in modern polymer pistols. It's generally slower splits with the higher-recoil impulse. But you don't get any more statical stopping power over 9mm HP ammo.
As a tried and true 45 guy, it took me some-time to accept this was also true with 9mm HP.
If I was running ball,it would be a different story.
Hypocritical disclaimer: I do like the 40 in 5" steel 1911s. You can make major and load to your sweet spot. Also...40 brass is everywhere. So basically I run 40 just like I run 45 for the same applications.
TTR
Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
like said before the better caliber is the the one your comfortable with and practice with, all will do major damage with well placed shots and all will do what needs to be done in a bad situation as long as your shooting the threat and not whatever is around the threat, practice practice and a little more practice, a .177 pelet can do significant damage if the shot is placed right
like said before the better caliber is the the one your comfortable with and practice with, all will do major damage with well placed shots and all will do what needs to be done in a bad situation as long as your shooting the threat and not whatever is around the threat, practice practice and a little more practice, a .177 pelet can do significant damage if the shot is placed right
Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
I don't see the point of going .40 over 9mm for duty/personal defense. More recoil, less mag capacity, more expensive...all for a very slight performance gain. Both calibers are underpowered anyways when compared to a rifle. Shot placement is everything when it comes to pistols, which is why I carry a 9mm. It's what I carry on duty, off duty, and what I compete with. I'm confident that if needed I can put multiple rounds on target in a very short ammount of time. If your worried about barrier penetration just run 147gr +p.
I don't see the point of going .40 over 9mm for duty/personal defense. More recoil, less mag capacity, more expensive...all for a very slight performance gain. Both calibers are underpowered anyways when compared to a rifle. Shot placement is everything when it comes to pistols, which is why I carry a 9mm. It's what I carry on duty, off duty, and what I compete with. I'm confident that if needed I can put multiple rounds on target in a very short ammount of time. If your worried about barrier penetration just run 147gr +p.
Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
Since my Edge has been treating me so wel in .40sw this last couple of years i've treated myself to another 40 this time i'm going to give Classic division a try. I was lucky enough to buy this safequeen at a steal. Know lets see how she holds up at 600 rounds per week.
Time to stack up on Tripp Cobra mags
Since my Edge has been treating me so wel in .40sw this last couple of years i've treated myself to another 40 this time i'm going to give Classic division a try. I was lucky enough to buy this safequeen at a steal. Know lets see how she holds up at 600 rounds per week.
Time to stack up on Tripp Cobra mags
Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
To me .40 is pointless since 10mm exists.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Alaskapopo</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Most of it is wasted in over penetration.</div></div>
Isn't penetration the reason the 10mm invented? Barrier penetration that is.
Does anyone have a link to the formula for stopping power?
To me .40 is pointless since 10mm exists.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Alaskapopo</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Most of it is wasted in over penetration.</div></div>
Isn't penetration the reason the 10mm invented? Barrier penetration that is.
Does anyone have a link to the formula for stopping power?
Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
dont like the 40. I shoot the 9 alot better and dont really see much gain.If i feel I need to go bigger it would be 45
dont like the 40. I shoot the 9 alot better and dont really see much gain.If i feel I need to go bigger it would be 45
Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
I've owned and shot several .40s and although I've got nothing against it I just never jumped on that bandwagon. If I want a slow moving or lighter recoiling .40 I'll just download a 10mm. With modern ammo performance the .40 just doesn't give enough of an advantage in any respect to justify the price difference between it and 9mm to me. 9mm will always be cheaper, we've been making it for over a century after all.
I can't knock anyone for what they like to shoot, I'm a head over heels fool for the 10mm but carry 9mm for SD. Shoot what works for you and practice, practice,practice.
I've owned and shot several .40s and although I've got nothing against it I just never jumped on that bandwagon. If I want a slow moving or lighter recoiling .40 I'll just download a 10mm. With modern ammo performance the .40 just doesn't give enough of an advantage in any respect to justify the price difference between it and 9mm to me. 9mm will always be cheaper, we've been making it for over a century after all.
I can't knock anyone for what they like to shoot, I'm a head over heels fool for the 10mm but carry 9mm for SD. Shoot what works for you and practice, practice,practice.
Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
When the 40 came out I thought it would be the greatest thing since sliced bacon. I dont own any now and havnt for ten years or so. I just cant put the holes where I want them as fast as I can with a nine. The 40 seems noticably less inherantly accurate than the 9 or 45. I know some love the 40 but I am not fond of it at all.
When the 40 came out I thought it would be the greatest thing since sliced bacon. I dont own any now and havnt for ten years or so. I just cant put the holes where I want them as fast as I can with a nine. The 40 seems noticably less inherantly accurate than the 9 or 45. I know some love the 40 but I am not fond of it at all.
Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
I don't really notice that much of a difference in recoil being snappy. I like the round and have no problem with followup shots or accuracy. I would take it over a 45 in a lightweight polymer gun. But ihmo, it's an excellent fit for a sig 229.
I don't really notice that much of a difference in recoil being snappy. I like the round and have no problem with followup shots or accuracy. I would take it over a 45 in a lightweight polymer gun. But ihmo, it's an excellent fit for a sig 229.
Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
I prefer 9mm. also 45...
.40 is something in the middle that I don't really think was needed. when 9mm was dropped due to the FBI shooting in miami, the caliber wasn't really upto par with the high tech bullets. understable. so 40 might have made sense.
but with today's bullet technology, 9mm works. against barriers as well.
I prefer 9mm. also 45...
.40 is something in the middle that I don't really think was needed. when 9mm was dropped due to the FBI shooting in miami, the caliber wasn't really upto par with the high tech bullets. understable. so 40 might have made sense.
but with today's bullet technology, 9mm works. against barriers as well.
Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
I bought a Glock 24...so I could put a conversion 9mm barrel in it
I bought a Glock 24...so I could put a conversion 9mm barrel in it
Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
40s seems to evoke a polar response....really like it or really hate it
40s seems to evoke a polar response....really like it or really hate it
Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
Call me a smartass but I practice and plink with 9mm
Carry .40
Hunt with 10mm
Keep .45 in the bedroom.
It's all good, lol.
Call me a smartass but I practice and plink with 9mm
Carry .40
Hunt with 10mm
Keep .45 in the bedroom.
It's all good, lol.
Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
don't like. it's almost a 9... and it's almost a 45.. but not really. some people really like it though.
don't like. it's almost a 9... and it's almost a 45.. but not really. some people really like it though.
Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
.40 Breaks more guns then 9mm and .45 combined.
What you MAY gain over other calibers is small beans when you add in the PIA recoil impulse and the wear and tear it does on your guns.
Give me a 9mm or .45
.40 Breaks more guns then 9mm and .45 combined.
What you MAY gain over other calibers is small beans when you add in the PIA recoil impulse and the wear and tear it does on your guns.
Give me a 9mm or .45
Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: D.A.T.</div><div class="ubbcode-body">.40 Breaks more guns then 9mm and .45 combined.
What you MAY gain over other calibers is small beans when you add in the PIA recoil impulse and the wear and tear it does on your guns.
Give me a 9mm or .45 </div></div>
+1.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: D.A.T.</div><div class="ubbcode-body">.40 Breaks more guns then 9mm and .45 combined.
What you MAY gain over other calibers is small beans when you add in the PIA recoil impulse and the wear and tear it does on your guns.
Give me a 9mm or .45 </div></div>
+1.
Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
Never had a issue with a 40! I have had 2 and I really love them. I stick with a 45 at the moment though. I need to acquire a carry pistol in the future though and am willing to look at a 9. No issues with the round but never a big fan of the under powered 9 vs what else is available. But I do like the affordability of the 9!
Never had a issue with a 40! I have had 2 and I really love them. I stick with a 45 at the moment though. I need to acquire a carry pistol in the future though and am willing to look at a 9. No issues with the round but never a big fan of the under powered 9 vs what else is available. But I do like the affordability of the 9!
Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 1999cutiger</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I love the .40. This round will cover nearly all applications...and it's fun to shoot. </div></div>
I duty carry a 40 everyday and couldn't be happier. In light of my training and experience; I can deliver bigger better stopping rounds over the 9 and its easier for me to deliver them where I want them in a timely manner over the 45.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 1999cutiger</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I love the .40. This round will cover nearly all applications...and it's fun to shoot. </div></div>
I duty carry a 40 everyday and couldn't be happier. In light of my training and experience; I can deliver bigger better stopping rounds over the 9 and its easier for me to deliver them where I want them in a timely manner over the 45.
Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
A .40 is a little snappy to be a particularly fun range gun for me, and range shooting is a little over 99% of my shooting. I mainly shoot 9mm, mostly because it's cheap and has become a world standard.
.45 ACP is fun to shoot in a different way, with its relatively low pressure and big, heavy bullets, but endless tests suggest you don't really buy much in the way of self defense over modern 9mm ammo or other .35+ calibers. Range .45ACP is almost twice as expensive as 9mm, so this choice is easy for me.
The only handgun I have a concealed carry holster for is a Sig 238 (380 ACP), but if I had to carry for work I'd probably be most comfortable with a 9mm, .40, .357 Sig, or other equivalent.
A .40 is a little snappy to be a particularly fun range gun for me, and range shooting is a little over 99% of my shooting. I mainly shoot 9mm, mostly because it's cheap and has become a world standard.
.45 ACP is fun to shoot in a different way, with its relatively low pressure and big, heavy bullets, but endless tests suggest you don't really buy much in the way of self defense over modern 9mm ammo or other .35+ calibers. Range .45ACP is almost twice as expensive as 9mm, so this choice is easy for me.
The only handgun I have a concealed carry holster for is a Sig 238 (380 ACP), but if I had to carry for work I'd probably be most comfortable with a 9mm, .40, .357 Sig, or other equivalent.
Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
Quite a few comments about how snappy 40 is. If you reload, try out some Hodgdon Clays powder....nice and soft, love shooting 40 with Clays.
GREG
Quite a few comments about how snappy 40 is. If you reload, try out some Hodgdon Clays powder....nice and soft, love shooting 40 with Clays.
GREG
Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
Or the Glock 35, it turns that cartridge into a pussy cat... with hot loads.
Great IPSC/USPSA gun.
Or the Glock 35, it turns that cartridge into a pussy cat... with hot loads.
Great IPSC/USPSA gun.
Re: 40 caliber, like or don't like
The .40 is a compromise round plain and simple.It gives you more capacity than the .45 and a bigger bullet that the 9mm therby catering to each crowd.
I am a .45 guy myself but if I have the need for higher capacity I'll go to the 9mm.
BTW in my experience every person shot by my agency with a 9mm was put down for good.Not the same can be said for the .45's that we have used for the last 10 years.
Shot placement is the key
The .40 is a compromise round plain and simple.It gives you more capacity than the .45 and a bigger bullet that the 9mm therby catering to each crowd.
I am a .45 guy myself but if I have the need for higher capacity I'll go to the 9mm.
BTW in my experience every person shot by my agency with a 9mm was put down for good.Not the same can be said for the .45's that we have used for the last 10 years.
Shot placement is the key
