[mamelukesabre]

That’s a good theory. It makes sense, up to a point. When you get into 454 casull power levels, you don’t have to be very accurate. In fact, I would argue that a single 454 to the vest is going to put him down no matter what. I don’t care if the round penetrates the vest or not. But you’ll never see me lugging around a 454 day in and day out. Also, it’s only 5 shots.

Don’t get me wrong, I’m not being critical of the 9mm luger. It’s the caliber I choose for concealed carry. In fact, I think it’s the best choice. For several reasons. First off, it’s cheap and easy to find. It’s small enough they can make very small handguns chambered for it for concealed carry. 40 S&W is quite a bit better than 9mm, but it is barely better than 9mm +P. I don’t think it’s worth the upgrade.

And like I stated in an earlier post, 9mm luger +P actually outperforms 357mag in very short barrels.

[Hazcat]

But you’ll never see me lugging around a 454 day in and day out. Also, it’s only 5 shots.

Nope, Rugers 454s are 6 shooters.

[Myrddin]

My "carry" for hiking around the mountains south of Pocatello is an S&W 629 4" loaded with PMC 240 gr JHP. The Kramer holster carries it just fine and I can shoot that round accurately even with one hand. I definitely have to keep two hands on the Ruger Super Redhawk .454 Casull 7.5" barrel when loaded with Hornady 300 gr @ 1500 fps. That round slaps your palms like a baseball bat.

I do have a Glock 23C (40 S&W). For rapid fire engagement, it is probably my best firearm for a quick follow up shot. The comp limits the muzzle rise. It cycles best with 165 gr ammo.