How 9mm Parabellum Became the World Standard - Gun Guys Ep. 33 with Bill Wilson and Massad Ayoob
This video explores why the 9mm Parabellum became the global standard, contrasting it with the US preference for .45 ACP. It highlights the impact of hollow-point ammunition, the advantages of 9mm in capacity and recoil management, and its suitability for modern defensive needs and aging shooters. Economic factors and the vast variety of available ammunition further solidify its position, despite historical setbacks like the 1986 FBI shootout.









