The Beretta 92 passed the toughest qualifying test in history to become the sidearm of choice of the worlds biggest and most advanced military. Enough said. It is specifically a combat arm though. I love mine, and over 7 years or so and I honestly dont have any idea how many rounds, I have never had a single failure to feed or malfunction of any type. I do agree it is a BIG gun for concealed carry. I usually only carry it if I have a heavy jacket at least on, or for stashing in my truck on forays.