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Originally Posted by cab83_750 View Post
I believe it is true that the reason why the U.S. military upgraded from .38 to .45 was when they were unable to stop Philippine Muslims from attacking using their machetes (sp?)....even after firing/unloading a clip.

How is the stopping power of 9mm relative to the .38?
I completely agree with the reasoning for the military going to the .45. However, what are the chances you are going to face wave upon wave of opium-high, machete-wielding muslims in your home?

Oh, and .38 and 9mm are very close in size.
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