Hey All! I have been doing some research on my own, but figured I would ask here too. quick back story - I usually carry one of two 9mm handguns - in both I use 115 grain critical defense (non +p) and they feed and print fine in both. Not looking to change that setup.

.. but I have a 2 inch 38 special s&w, and a Dan Wesson Valor In .45 that I want to start carrying sometimes too. For both the .38 & .45 i want to avoid +p ammo (just preference). For the .38 I’m looking for opinions/suggestions on best performing round for self defense/quality... and for .45 valor want to hear from anyone that may be familiar with running hollow points threw one (it has run 110% reliable with fmj, never used hollow points in it yet)

Thanks