Claybird, I gotta agree with you on the Glock. I have been issued them twice and bought two on my own and have come to the conclusion that they just plain don't like me. The compact models haven't been too bad to shoot but I absolutely hate the sub-compacts larger than 9mm. The grip on the Glock is such an awkward angle for me that it takes a lot of focus and concentration for me to shoot it passably well. This is also a problem for me on P08 Lugers, non-Military High Standards, and several others so is not a glock problem. I much prefer a less angled grip like that found on the XD, 1911, most S&Ws, and others. The trigger also leaves a bit to be desired, even with the 3 lb disconnector and some other drop ins the trigger was rather off for me. The Glock is a good gun and one I do recommend to others to try out but I do not believe it is the ultimate handgun for everyone any more than I believe the 1911 style pistols are this mythical creature. Just like shoes, some styles and brands fell better than others even though they are the same size.