I purchased a Ruger LCR in 9mm because, after years of looking at ballistic test results in different media, I came to conclude that, when comparing commonly available commercial self-defense loads, the 9mm clearly outperformed .38 spl from a 2" barreled revolver. It does not perform as well as .357 magnum so I also purchased a 3" barreled .357 SW.
The biggest downside to the LCR in 9mm are the moon clips. They bend way too easily. When I carry it, however, I usually don't carry a reload anyway so the moon clips are not a concern.
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