Just thought I would bring up something I have noticed in this forums and other gun forums. I see frequent mention of practically every pistol brand discussed frequently in the forums, but I never see anyone mention any pistols from FN Herstal. And I'm curious as to why. They have been made longer than most gun makers, have a stellar reputation from what I have read about them, and price wise seem right there with other guns of similar design. In fact, there is a post in here right now asking about the best 9mm pistol. A lot of guns are mentioned from many manufacturers, but not a single FN pistol is mentioned. I've been looking at them online, reading about them, and they seem like a very good firearm. Now, to be honest, I've never shot one, so I can't attest to their quality. But they are used world wide by many military and police units. Yet, they are the one gun maker I never hear mentioned.