If that is $360 after tax, then it's not a bad deal. I would agree that the Ruger SR9 is a bit nicer, but the S&W SD9 is still a solid, reliable weapon. Very basic and no bells or whistles to speak of, but for $300-$350 it's a great choice if you are on a budget or just want a gun you won't cry over if it gets dinged/scraped up. Not hard to conceal, either.