My wife and I currently shoot M&P9s and are looking at moving to a 2011 platform. While we would love some of the more expensive/custom options, we would be buying 2 and so price is certainly a consideration. Also, before I buy a couple of custom 2011s, I would like some experience with the platform to know what options I would want. Right now, I'm looking at either an STI Edge or Eagle.
Also, I'm thinking about going with 9mm instead of 40. While we shoot USPSA (currently Production), we both want to focus more on 3 Gun. We shoot our local USPSA matches and shoot the state match, but moving forward, any travel we do will be fore 3 Gun. In some of the threads I've read about this, people say "just go with 40 since you have it" since they are coming from USPSA Limited. Is there any disadvantage to going with the 9mm? Yes, I realize we will be shooting Limited Minor in USPSA, but like I said, almost all of our shooting will be at our local club. These would really be "3 Gun dedicated" and USPSA matches would be "3 Gun practice."
In some of the threads, people talk about the Edge being too heavy (more than needed for 9mm). It seems like the extra weight would help in 3G... after running around a bit, it might serve as a stabilizer to make the longer shots. Any input would be appreciated!