I have a Taurus and I love it. It shoots very well and so far it has been very dependable. I also have a 24/7 that I carry and it also has been very dependable. My father-in-law is on a Kimber kick and has gotten a 1911 and a compact .45 to carry and he love both of them. I have heard people here talk bad about the Taurus but I have yet to have any bad experiences with mine. good luck