Subj : Re: Lever
To   : Gamgee
From : Underminer
Date : Sun Sep 13 2020 03:37 am

  Re: Re: Lever
  By: Gamgee to Moondog on Sat Sep 12 2020 08:04 pm

 Ga> That may all be true.
 Ga> The OP was talking about a "self-defense" AR.
 Ga> Makes no sense to have an AR for that purpose chambered in 9mm.

That depends; I can certainly see an argument for it's viability. Most self defense situations are relatively close in, so you don't need the extra range of an intermediate round like the 223/556, and 9mm will drastically reduce the risk of overpenetration, enlarge the wound cavity, deliver a heavier round, and reduce the complexity of your ammunition situation if you're running other 9mm firearms.

9mm is also cheaper to shoot in most cases, so you're more likely to train with your actual self defence gun.

Certainly not the best choice for everyone or for all SD situations, but there's certainly a niche where it makes sense.
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