RE: ruger
I have a Taurus, Beretta, Glock, and Ruger. The Beretta is the 92-FS and it is a super smooth easy to shoot 9mm, I purchased the Taurus a few years before the Beretta and there is a distinct difference in the way they shoot. The Taurus which is assembled just like the Beretta does not shoot as well or feel as smooth. I have owned my Ruger for over 10+ and my uncle had it before me. I love that gun above all others. My most recent purchase was a .40 cal Glock 22 and if you want 100% reliable feeding, good shooting, and simplicity then you can’t go wrong. I would stay away from the Taurus unless you are purchasing a small self defense revolver. For a semi-auto you would be great with a Glock or Ruger. If it is your first pistol I would go for the Ruger.[/i]