Agree that it seems to be what kind of learner you are.
I would not want to be self taught in a vacuum.
But with books, multimedia training, online discussion and videos from every expert and so-called expert under the sun it’s easier than ever to get access to the opinions of the best in the world.
I think the main determinant of high handgun proficiency is critical self awareness and a commitment to training. How you do that isn’t as important.
For people in the medium proficiency range, a class might be the best way to get up to speed.
But I’m the kind of guy who wants to experiment with everything to see if I agree with the conventional wisdom.