I have both the EC9 and LC9 and have found them to be reliable an accurate (at 15 yards). I found a deal for a 3 pack of Ruger magazines on ebay, and carry these little beasties a lot.
Yes, the EC9 doesn't have the machining and sights of the LC9, but a Veridian laser took care of that issue. That, and some bright orange paint on the front sight.
