[scooter2]

Is the Beretta really bad news, or is it just unfortunate to be following in the footsteps of a legend?

Nearly every police agency that used Beretta's has trashed them and gone to other handguns, usually in larger calibers than 9mm. Most departments are now using .40 S&W or .45 ACP in their semi-autos. A fair number of departments still use wheel guns (revolvers) in .357 magnum.

[harpseal]

Statistically the 9mm with a good hollowpoint can be an effective stopper. However, if one is limited to ball ammunition (round nose full metal jacket) one is much better armed with a .45acp than any other round. I fired a ten shot group from my .45 acp last night and I could fit both hands through the one ragged hole.

This is not to say I advocate ball for carry in a .45acp. I most strongly reccommend hollowpoints as they are less likely to overpenetrate. Overpentration is not so severe a concern in a military situation as it is for a self-defense situation.

Stay well - Stay safe - stay armed - Yorktown