More magazine capacity is never a bad thing …. Unless your in water over your head or on fire.
Disclaimer: I’ve never been on fire, in the water with gun and ammo over my head or even been in a gunfight. However, I have given a lot of thought to the topic.
Capacity gives me options.
That said, let’s all be honest. It is not about shooting more. It is about manipulating less.
If I have a 1911 and I have shot 3-4 rounds and there is a pause in the engagement I’m in, I am likely going to be thinking about how many shots did I get off and should I be reloading? That puts me out of the fight and breaks any concentration I have.
OTOH, If I am running a gun that has an 15+ round capacity then after 3-5 shots I am not too worried about it and I can focus on important things like finding an exit or continuing the fight if the threat or threats have not been effectively dealt with.
There is no optimal equipment for every scenario. Pick your load out based on what you are most likely going to encounter or expect to engage with.
Let’s all stay safe out there and keep your head on a swivel.