I'm old enough to have served in the USMC when we still used 1911's and the .45 ACP remains my favorite cartridge; I own a couple of Officer Model 1911's, a Kahr PM45, Marlin .45 Carbine, even a Charter Arms revolver in .45 ACP. And, it's a cartridge that is ideal for reloading.
However, I purchased my first 9mm over a year ago, a Sig P365, and, after shooting nearly 1,000 rounds through it without a misfire and taking it down to component level for cleaning multiple times, I'm convinced it's the easiest weapon I've ever shot or worked on. It is truly amazing how simple it is to operate and clean.
I find it remarkable how far the gun industry has come in the manufacturer of reliable, easy-to-use & maintain, cost-effective firearms.
However, I purchased my first 9mm over a year ago, a Sig P365, and, after shooting nearly 1,000 rounds through it without a misfire and taking it down to component level for cleaning multiple times, I'm convinced it's the easiest weapon I've ever shot or worked on. It is truly amazing how simple it is to operate and clean.
I find it remarkable how far the gun industry has come in the manufacturer of reliable, easy-to-use & maintain, cost-effective firearms.