Don't think I would do it. 357 mag is the smallest I would use. I use a 44mag myself. Even with follow up shots, you take a great risk of shooting things you don't want shot, like hind quarters. 9mm has verylitte energy needed. Shoot, I won't even use a 9mm for home defense. I would take my bow anyday over a 9mmluger. Just don't make any sense whatsoever.