Whatever the reason it is a pain in the rump. I got a new 9mm to carry and can't go to the range to see if I like it. It's a good thing I love to shoot my 45 cause that I can get.
My first was a Rossi 357 snub nose. I thought I couldn't hit the broad side of a barn and was ready to give up and pout. Yes was for self defense not target but Wow. Then I bought a Kimber crimson pro Ii. Decided it was perfect!!! Lol
I just got a diamondback db9. My bf has the lc9 After shooting it I wanted to try a different carry pistol. Bad thing is no 9mm ammo out there to go try her out! Good luck.