I think it could be. I bought a compact 2.0 9mm last night for 349 after the rebate. Glock better recognize fast that they aren't the only premium poly handgun anymore or they are going to lose a huge chunk of the market. The smith is very well made and the trigger and sights are much improved over the glock. I do love the glock 19 but this one might make me forget that. Only complaint I have is this one is slightly top heavy. That may be a good thing while shooting. Will find out.