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Most don't "feel undergunned" when carrying a 9mm. A lot of other people prefer .45's because of the stopping power. Some feel that 9mm is too light and the .45 overkill.
It's just hokey semantics.
.45 cal is bigger and will put your opponent down with enough hits (one MAY do it, may not). 9mm is faster and will put your opponent down with enough hits and modern ammo. Result, it's a wash in the "stopping power" argument.
Both weapons come in full size and compact size frames. However, the 9mm comes in a compact frame with a double stack magazine. While bulky, it can be concealed and you have a lot of rounds in the event TSHTF. A compact .45 has fewer rounds but is less bulky and easier to hide on your body.
So, it's a tradeoff. Fewer rounds but easier concealment vs. more shots but harder to hide.
Other than that, both are adequate for the task they were designed for.
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