Stoeger STR-9SC 9mm 3.54" Sub-Compact 10rd Mag - $249.99

I own the optic ready version. It is very reliable for me, eating everything I feed it. The trigger is a little spongy but a significant upgrade to any Glock. I got the gun c-ported and it is now very pleasant to shoot. Point of critique are the optics plate system which is crap and the fact that you cannot buy optic ready sights. Given the low price point and at least for me with well above 2k rds through it, the outstanding reliability, this gun is a steal. I still carry it regularly in a urban carry holster. The new slimline series of the STR-9 should be an interesting alternative to this first edition model as it has a RMSC optic cut and is only 1 inch wide. Time will tell.

Free shipping from SMGA and a $50 rebate from Stoeger was too good to let go by. I already took advantage of the deal on a STR9c and found it was basically a G19 with a good trigger and I expect the same out of this G26 clone, and I'll be into both (170net and 220 net) for less than a used G19 police trade in and already have better triggers. Stoeger is making good guns and offering them at really inexpensive prices. Spare Mags can be tricky to find but I've had good luck with Joe Bobs Outfitters.