Update.
I'm watching for an P226 X-Five now being sold by The Attic on gunbroker for my "target" itch. I need to learn more about the generations. I know that my current thought of the All Around model isn't target, but should be at least "great."
I finally have the P226 Elite shipped (3rd time "buying" one online, here's hoping it comes--though thanks to TunnelRat for passing along the first one that I tried to buy).
I just bought a Shadow 2. There is a fluke or something going on, but I've looked at them every single day trying to decide...and it dropped in price today on gun.deals for no apparent reason. Purchased today. $100 off normal pricing I've seen for months.
I'm thinking the P226 X-Five comes next. I'm just not sold on the 1911. Too much customization points for a neophyte to just plunk into without knowledge. The Colt "Lite" might come home soon though. I am just not 100% on the idea yet.
This has been a wealth of information though. Thank you all! Pics of the new purchases when in. Thanks!