I'm able to only echo that. One might be "much better" than another with regards to the conditions. Frequently, the 9mm has my vote and I have extra 9mm handguns than .40S&W. My two PPCs will also be 9mm (Sub2000 & CX4). Having said that, I do like the 40 S&W a good deal and just purchased a Beretta APX that I actually like.Purchasing for a dedicat