Hmmmmmm. I seem to be going against the crowd here. I've had Hi-powers since the 70's, and even though I am limited to my Sig 228 by my dept, I still consider the BHP in 9mm my favorite pistol. I bought a BHP 40 a few years back. It was 100% reliable and very accurate. However, it's balance, feel, and additional weight went against it for me.I sold it..and I've heard many stories like mine. I seem to meet alot of shooters who have HAD the BHP 40 and sold it. It's definitely a fine pistol in 40 cal. but it is also a LARGE pistol. The BHP in 9mm is a much better execution of size, power, and ergonomics.