The 380 is an option for those who want a small compact weapon. But with the number of 9mm compacts that are out now I cannot see how you could not pick the 9mm for heavier bullet, more speed and energy! Hell, the ammo is even cheaper!
This is where I am. Along with the reality that one can buy "lite" defensive loads for the 9 that anyone shooting a 380 can shoot in the same-sized gun. Or if you load your own, you can load a 9 down to a 380 if you need to. Or load weak practice ammo and then carry warmer stuff.
Basically, if you have a 9mm, you have a 380, but if you have a 380, you don't have a 9.
