I would love to see details of the testing. How many rounds fired, average failure count, cost per unit, test conditions (like the old cement mixer and the mud slurry they used back in the 80's), and all of the details.
I hope that Sig (or if this selection gets over turned, who ever it is) has the best quality control and makes the most reliable and accurate pistol as possible. These service men and women go into harms way, and they should have confidence that every piece of equipment they have will function when called upon.
So, those of you in the US Army that carry a side arm, what is the load out? How many rounds do you carry for the side arm?
If I recall correctly, the load out for the M4 rifle is 200 rounds (or maybe 300, can't remember for sure).
I believe that any manufacturer with proper funding can make a consistent quality firearm. I hope those that produce firearms for our service personnel make the best, every time, all the time.