Summary: The debate between revolver cartridges like the .38 Special and semi-auto handgun cartridges such as the 9mm is often considered pointless by enthusiasts due to their distinct differences.

When it comes to the .357 vs 9mm, the comparison is a bit like apples and oranges. The two cartridges are vastly different and typically fired from different types of handguns. With a few exceptions, ...

Truth be told I tend to shy away from comparing any revolver cartridge to any semi-auto handgun cartridge. It’s an apples-to-oranges type of comparison — there’s no practical reason for it, so ...