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OK so like all these tests they are skewed a bit. I think some, not by intention, but by the nature of the beast. Take the depth of penetration. Unless the shot is taken at a side profile or shooting from above/below why do we need 15" of penetration. 10" would be more than enough even from side on. So anything that would open up a bit faster and, or wider would be a good thing.

Then there is controllability so you can be back on target for subsequent shots.

The author has laid down the goal posts well. That is he is talking about non central nervous system hits. As we know a heart shot can be drop to the shot or keep going for upto 30seconds if on drugs about 10 to 15 if not.

Yes my ranting has a lot of holes in it. However I find the article very good. It shows, to me, what should be the more effective stoppers with modern semi auto pistol ammo.

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I find your last sentence very amusing.. given the content of this article..
"Yes my ranting has a lot of holes in it."

In our testing we have done in various mediums.. the Hornady Critical Duty is what I have landed on provided I am using it for protection against 2 legged predators.. when both might be involved, I stick to Buffalo Bore.. wicked ammo .. loaded very hot.. but solid cast cores seems to do quick well on penetration even out of a 9mm.. ask Phil Shoemaker..he killed a griz with his 9MM using the same 147gr Ammo..

Agree with your comment, follow up shots are very important.. the info I have seen, the 9MM allows for the quickest, especially among less experienced shooters.. but even more so with experienced.. which is why many LE offices have gone back to the 9mm.. the "guys" I train with are all using 9mm for CC on a daily basis.. most are former special ops or retired SEALS.. figure if it works for them, will work for me..