The debate over the effectiveness of the .380 ACP cartridge for self-defense has been ongoing for decades. Known as “9mm short,” this caliber has surged in popularity thanks to its compatibility with ...

Every day someone is buying their first handgun and, for many new shooters, .380 vs. 9mm is a valid comparison to consider. Both cartridges have the same bullet diameter, and user-friendly pistols are ...

At one point in time, we were all dismissive about the .380 as a viable defensive cartridge. If you had asked me 15 years ago if the 380 was a good choice for a defensive cartridge, I would have said, ...