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 ...

380 ACP (Automatic Colt Pistol); the “Short” label refers to the fact that its shell casing is 17 millimeters in length, 2mm less than that of the full-powered 9mm cartridge (aka ...

Additionally, it seemed the engineers underestimated the recoil of the .380 ACP cartridge, which, although mild, can still get away from you when chambered in lighter pistols. Taking the design ...