1911 Again Adopted by the Marines - Stick with the 9mm

They went back to the old tried and true 1911.

12,000 on Order for 22.5 million


Review Colt M45A1

This really has limited relevance to our readiness.  It is important to note that while the military is limited to FMJ ammunition civilians and police are not.  Look at what the police choose and you will see few .45 caliber weapons.  True they have gone to .40 S&W, but many have not since it is more expensive, carries more recoil and blast, wears down the weapon faster, and is difficult for many shooters to manage and it is not really a joy to shoot.  I say stick with the 9mm and focus on the ammo, training, and best platform within that caliber that gives you safety, reliability, capacity, ease of use, and if needed concealment. 

The alternate if going with a revolver is the .38 special and that is again the direction I would take, though you could go with a .357 if you want to man up.