Ironically, or not, Springfield is about the only company doing anything right now to offset this stupid assed economy. What I mean is, they are actually adding value for the money. This is a great example. It's a simple mid size 9mm. Obligatory optics cut. 16 round mag, and they even made the cocking serrations look good. Also, for those of us that remember, the grip zone is now gone. At this price, you'd almost be dumb not to buy it.