Added the Springfield Echelon to the list. Looking for is your recommendation from the four.

 

Echelon gets great reviews. I'd probably go that route.

 

I had the Echelon and Zev, I prefer the Zev. The combat Zev V1 can be had for around $900 new.

https://www.gunbroker.com/Semi-Auto-Pistols/search?Keywords=zev%20oz9&PageSize=24&Sort=4&View=1

 

I built a Dagger. They are decent pistols, especially for the money. I’ve heard the stock triggers aren’t great. I elected to go with an Apex trigger kit.

 

G19 or G48.

 

Take a look at the Bul Glock clones also. I'm hearing good things about them.

 

Thanks everyone. Based on your recommendations I’m leaning towards a Bul Axe C Cleaver. It seems like a lot of gun for $399. Then I saw the Bul Axe C Hatchet for $620. Decisions decisions lol.

 

None of the local gun shops had anything from Bul Armory. I always like to put hands on a firearm before purchasing it so Bul is out.

However, the search was not in vain. At the end of the day, my wife is happy.

 

Unfortunately, 99% of your higher end guns you'll never be able to handle until it's time to pick them up.

 

I’ve had really good shooting experiences with my Dagger, never has missed a beat, shoots everything I’ve put in it. BUT, it is still a Glock clone, that I like the grip better than on the my real Glocks. I watched the sales, bought the frame and a cool range bag for $75, the bought an on sale upper for just an under $200, and it green, I like green guns.