Tracker, good advice on the Beretta, mine definitely needs some attention in the ramp area. I suspect, just as you said, that would solve any concerns. KJ, I have had a Ruger 22/45 for quite some time, since the 1996 timeframe and love the way it shoots, very accurate as well. I recently, about 6 months ago, got the MK III, couldn’t resist the stainless look with the fluted barrel. I’ve put well over 1,000 rounds through this jewel with zero malfunctions. It is extremely accurate. The magazine loader is a must have. I got mine through Cheaper Than Dirt. I was skeptical at first, but then my Dad called from Ohio and said he saw a guy using one and talked about how well it worked. I have to say, it is everything it’s supposed to be. It’s called the Ultimate Cliploader, make in the USA and fits Ruger MK and 22/45, and Browning Buckmark Pistols. Quite a neat device. Hopefully next weekend I can take some of my other guns out for a workout. Every time I go shoot, I plan to take the R9 and see just how many rounds of different stuff I can put through it without a problem. So far it hasn’t complained a bit. I want another one just because. Would you believe I don’t own a 1911…but those Kimber Ultras are looking mighty nice.