Well this is disturbing! I'm buying a 1911 pistol for my first 9mm handgun. I live in New Jersey and I can't have any gun whose magazine holds more than 10 rounds, so I'm safe with a 1911. I'm getting a house in Pennsylvania, so I don't want another 1911 with its limited capacity, so I was considering a Beretta -- I like its size and other features. But if it's not going to be reliable, I'll steer clear.