I don't have much experience with the Beretta 92 but I do with the Beretta 96(40 S&W). I carried the 96 on duty for 10 years.....held up extremely well, was accuarte and reliable. My department issue sidearm now is the Beretta PX4....it is ok but I preferred the feel of the 96.

I am personally a fan of Glocks, Sigs, and H&K. The Springfield XD's are also very good feeling handguns. I would handle as many different handguns as you can....shoot as many different ones....if you can. There are many excellent choices available and what fits me may not be the best fit for you.