You need to step it up. ‘19FortyFive’ is giving ‘Am Shooting Journal’ a run for its money.
It is compact and slim, making it more likely to be carried to more places (as they say, a small gun on you is better than a super gun in the safe).
It is also chambered in 9mm, which is important because 1) it is a caliber that is easy to shoot accurately for most people, 2) magazine capacity allows for many rounds to be carried, and 3) modern technology has really made that caliber very effective (modern 9mm hollow points such as the HST show consistent expansion and good penetration).
Combining those points results in a gun that a) is more likely to be carried, b) is a reliable ‘fighting firearm’ that can be counted on to work, and c) is chambered in a very effective caliber when using modern ammunition.
Oh, and it is very affordable ...a VERY important point not because it is easier on the wallet but rather because it means savings can be used where it counts ...
...going to the range and paying for appropriate training.
Result: A firearm that is reliable, is more likely to be carried rather than be left at home, has an effective caliber with modern ammunition, and with training can be counted on to be a proper fighting firearm.
I wonder how it compares to a Sig P365.
The best firearm for self defense (make, model, and caliber) is any properly functional firearm you’re comfortable and have practiced with. Period.
What can go wrong?
It is a semi-automatic pistol.
G43X? Not likely. I see Sig Sauer P365 is top dog at the moment.
Gonna have to go a long way to beat out my Sig 365XL. Especially in the reliability and longevity categories