9mm ammo is a great choice for self-defense. The police and the FBI widely use the caliber for this very purpose. It has excellent shooting capability, a wide selection of pistols is available, durable, has a large magazine capacity, and is reliable and easy to use. Plus, the ammo options available mean there are options for just about any shooter and situation. In fact, it is the most popular self-defense caliber.
It seems to be very popular in law enforcement for self-defense purposes. Most people find it has more stopping power and is easier to control.
The FBI's published report on why they use the 9mm also helps explain why the 9mm can be a great weapon for self-defense.
