I've always wondered, in a thread like this, how the OP EVER knows more after the thread has died than he did when he started the thread.
You'll always get eleventy-zillion different recommendations. How do you now whose advice to follow?
You really need to go to a range that has rentals and try out some to see what fits you best and you shoot best.
Best warranty in the business..
Hi-Point C9. Low priced, American made and great warranty. Bought mine in November 2012 for $149.95 online. 342 rounds fmj fired for 1 double-feed and 2 fail-to-feed minor malfunctions. Soft recoil, good sights and easy to clean.