My two cents is buy the Beretta. A 390 is great. I am a Level II NSCA instructor that works with over 100 new shooters per year. The berettas hod up well and can be "worked" from casual to "full meal deal" as far as you pocket will let you go.
Out of the box the 390 swings great and there is little recoil. If recoil is a problem send your bbl to Briley, Ballsitic or Seminole. A forcing cone and backbore jobe will have you wondering what appened.
If you want more email me, I would be glad to help
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Bruce A. Hering