I did 24 years in the military. Shot both the M1911A1 and the M9. Here's my two cents... There's no sense in issuing new pistol of any caliber unless and until the military properly trains the troops to use them. Small arms training is minimal, short, and poor. The pistol is only a tool.
Right on!
It may be only a drop per gallon, but the upper echelons of American politico-military psyche are severely tainted with distrust of handguns in the hands of individuals.
Can't have 'em in the barracks.
Can't cultivate familiarity with 'em (let alone interest or [gasp!] hobby-level enjoyment).
It'd make more sense, IMHO, to encourage every boot to become a dedicated and skillful pistolero.
"Good enough" isn't.
Always take your responsibilities seriously but never yourself.
