I agree.
The plastic stuff in .40 has uncomfortable felt recoil for most people. If you don't take a class, learn how to "run the gun," and practice, then it doesn't matter.
I carry a Sig Sauer P229ST (stainless steel slide and frame) in 9mm and one spare mag.
(training and gaming rig)
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Wifey carries an HK P2000 in 9mm and one spare mag.
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He shot it one time.
Changed his mind real fast.
He shoots my .41 mag all the time with no problem.
That .357 ate his lunch.