How 9mm Parabellum Became the World Standard - Gun Guys Ep. 33 with Bill Wilson and Massad Ayoob

Ever since its widespread use in World War I and its subsequent rise in popularity among military and law enforcement agencies around the world, the 9x19 Parabellum round, or 9mm, has become the most widely used caliber in handguns, submachine guns, and other small arms, accounting for over 20% of all ammunition sales. In this episode, Bill and Mas break down the advancements in the adoption of the 9mm cartridge, and some of the obstacles and limitations it has overcome throughout the years. Website: Get our newsletter: Facebook: Instagram: Bill Wilson has always been infatuated with guns. Originally trained as a watchmaker, he has been in the firearms industry since 1974, starting out with a retail store called Sportsman’s Headquarters in Berryville, Arkansas. Since that humble beginning, he has built Wilson Combat into the largest and most successful