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TunnelRat · December 30, 2011, 10:58 PM

@5whiskey
And I agree with you on that point. For me given that a handgun is a last line of defense and is more of a desperate measure I would prefer a larger caliber, as if I need as many as 15 rds in a handgun I need to reload my rifle instead. For that purpose I would prefer the 45 but I don't see NATO going to this. The 45 is more of an American phenomenon. I think we're at the point where we might ignore NATO and adopt a 45 for just the US, but NATO as a whole wouldn't change calibers.

December 30, 2011, 10:58 PM	#53
TunnelRat Senior Member Join Date: May 22, 2011 Posts: 12,212	@5whiskey And I agree with you on that point. For me given that a handgun is a last line of defense and is more of a desperate measure I would prefer a larger caliber, as if I need as many as 15 rds in a handgun I need to reload my rifle instead. For that purpose I would prefer the 45 but I don't see NATO going to this. The 45 is more of an American phenomenon. I think we're at the point where we might ignore NATO and adopt a 45 for just the US, but NATO as a whole wouldn't change calibers. __________________ Know the status of your weapon Keep your muzzle oriented so that no one will be hurt if the firearm discharges Keep your finger off the trigger until you have an adequate sight picture Maintain situational awareness