# \#40sw

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## [9mm vs. 40 S&W: Ending the Concealed Carry Debate](https://sixguns.com/t/9mm-vs-40-s-w-ending-the-concealed-carry-debate/2086)

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**Author:** [@Ammodotcom](https://sixguns.com/u/Ammodotcom)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 28, 2026, 12:25am UTC](https://sixguns.com/t/9mm-vs-40-s-w-ending-the-concealed-carry-debate/2086 "2026-08-28T00:25:16Z")

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The 9mm vs. 40 Smith & Wesson (40 S&W) debate has been raging since the introduction of the 40 S&W in early 1990. The debate centers around which of the two pistol cartridges is superior for concealed carry. Let’s take …

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## [Best Cartridge for Self-Defense: Protecting Yourself and Your Loved Ones](https://sixguns.com/t/best-cartridge-for-self-defense-protecting-yourself-and-your-loved-ones/2181)

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**Author:** [@Ammodotcom](https://sixguns.com/u/Ammodotcom)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2026, 1:48pm UTC](https://sixguns.com/t/best-cartridge-for-self-defense-protecting-yourself-and-your-loved-ones/2181 "2026-08-24T13:48:16Z")

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The debate over which pistol caliber is best for self-defense has been raging for decades (and by “caliber,” we really mean “cartridge”). Gun owners are typically passionate about their choices, and the argument often tu…

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## [Best 40 S&W Ammo For Self-Defense & Target Practice](https://sixguns.com/t/best-40-s-w-ammo-for-self-defense-target-practice/1483)

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**Author:** [@Ammodotcom](https://sixguns.com/u/Ammodotcom)\
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**Last updated:** [June 5, 2025, 3:12pm UTC](https://sixguns.com/t/best-40-s-w-ammo-for-self-defense-target-practice/1483 "2025-06-05T15:12:24Z")

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If you carry a Glock 23 or any other .40 caliber pistol, you should only trust your life with the best .40 S&W (40 S&W, .40 cal, or just “40”) ammo for self-defense. When it matters most, you must be able to depend o…

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## [10mm vs. 40 S&W: Which Cartridge Is Better?](https://sixguns.com/t/10mm-vs-40-s-w-which-cartridge-is-better/834)

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**Author:** [@Ammodotcom](https://sixguns.com/u/Ammodotcom)\
**Replies:** 30\
**Last updated:** [February 17, 2025, 6:14am UTC](https://sixguns.com/t/10mm-vs-40-s-w-which-cartridge-is-better/834 "2025-02-17T06:14:42Z")

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When we compare the two cartridges on paper, the 10mm should blow the 40 S&W out of the water. Lt. Col. Jeff Cooper designed the 10mm to exhibit better external ballistics than the 45 ACP, and the 40 Smith & Wesson wa…