9mm vs. 45

[IM_Lugger]

huh? .40 'snapier' than 9mm

it must be the gun not the round...

 

[.45colt]

Which round is better for a new shooter? I am looking for a handgun, and want to become a good shot with it. I'll probably get either a norinco cz or sig knockoff in 9mm, or the 1911 copy in .45, because I'm not rich and can't afford $1350 for a US or euro handgun. Don't tell me to get a .22lr handgun first, because I'm already gonna get one...I just want a "real" handgun to practice with as well.....any thoughts? thx

If you can try both do so. Then buy the one you like the best.

 

[Ironsight]

huh? .40 'snapier' than 9mm

it must be the gun not the round...

Actually I wrote 9mm is snappy not .40 cal, .40 cal. feels more tamed and docile. I have shot 9mm in P89, NP29, FEG P9R, Radom and Springfield XD9. My .40 cal. shootings were with Glock and Para LDA. Each gun had its own charcteristic behaviour but I am finding 9mm to be generally snappy.
In addition for the cost to shoot, it is almost midway between 9mm and 45ACP. Keeping in mind, I am comparing factory rounds.

 

[NAA]

I shoot 9mm, .40 S&W and .45ACP.... love 'em all.