Sig would be good, but probably not "cheap" enough for gov issue.

Thinking they would go glock or maybe S&W.

I haven't had one really fail, a few misfeeds and jams, nothing a slap and pull didn't cure. It's just a bulky clumsy pistol. It only fits comfortably to those with large hands. Really not the best choice for a issue weapon.

m11 is a sig. That you for beautifully illustaring my point about the m9a1 though

have never seen or handled the m11.

and you are welcome. :)

These any good?

http://www.sigsauer.com/upFiles/CmsC...ebateForm2.pdf

again, exactly ;)

I've shot the 92FS and hated it. Too heavy, too clumsy, just not what I imagined. Loved the looks of it, but that was all.

The 84 Cheeta really isn't great for a carry gun. It's almost as thick as the 92, just a little shorter in length and height. I bought a used one cheap just to have it and it shoots good, but yeah ammo is more than a 9mm so I wouldn't recommend it. They do have a single stack mag version (can't remember the model) and it is nice and thin and would make a good carry gun if you want a small caliber but again there are smaller ones out there.

try looking for an old cougar

Also, think about ammo availability. Around here .380 is nearly impossible to find, and if you do its about $25 a box.