9mm Guns and the People who Carry Them (Full Video)

Published on April 21, 2013
Duration: 3:17

Colion Noir humorously dissects the prevalence of 9mm handguns in everyday carry, likening the caliber to a 'Toyota Corolla' for its reliability and accessibility. He highlights key reasons for its popularity: superior magazine capacity, cost-effectiveness of ammunition, and widespread availability. The video also touches upon the ongoing debate between stopping power and shot placement, with Noir advocating for the latter.

Quick Summary

Colion Noir likens the 9mm to a 'Toyota Corolla' for its reliability and accessibility. Key reasons for its popularity include higher magazine capacity, cheaper ammunition, and widespread availability. He stresses that accurate shot placement is more critical than raw stopping power for effective self-defense with a 9mm handgun.

Chapters

  1. 00:00The Toyota Corolla of Calibers
  2. 00:51Capacity and Availability
  3. 01:12The 'Plus One' Mentality
  4. 01:42Stopping Power vs. Shot Placement
  5. 02:29The 9mm Evangelist

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is 9mm often called the 'Toyota Corolla' of handgun calibers?

Colion Noir likens the 9mm to a 'Toyota Corolla' because it's reliable, dependable, and widely accessible, making it a practical choice for many. While it may lack the 'flair' of other calibers, its consistent performance and affordability make it a top pick for everyday carry.

What are the main reasons people choose to carry 9mm handguns?

The primary drivers for carrying 9mm are its higher magazine capacity compared to some larger calibers, the lower cost and greater availability of ammunition for practice, and the overall reliability of 9mm firearms like the Glock 19 and HK P30.

How does Colion Noir address the debate on stopping power for 9mm?

Noir emphasizes that shot placement is paramount, often dismissing the perceived advantages of larger calibers like .40 S&W or .45 ACP. He suggests that accurate hits with a 9mm are more critical for effective self-defense than the raw power of a less accurate shot.

What is the typical 'loadout' for a 9mm carrier discussed in the video?

The video illustrates a common setup: a primary 9mm pistol (like a Glock 19) with a full magazine, a spare magazine (often a larger capacity one, like a Glock 17 mag), and sometimes an extra round carried loosely. The underlying fear is running out of ammunition.

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