Originally Posted by SDblackhills

[*]Glock 17 or 19[*]Springfield XD[*]Smith Wesson M&P full size or compact[*]Ruger Security 9[*][/list]

Just wondering if there's anything else I should add to that list (or anything that I should remove from it). Hopefully I can get a chance to handle or even shoot some of these in person before too long.
I personally don't like Glocks, but many do. I don't have experience with the XD, but own an M&P and a Security 9. Both are fine weapons and will serve you well. The new Shield Plus is essentially an M&P and could be an option.