I think you need to experience them for yourself to know. I can't stand a pistol grip on a shotgun but some people love them. Just like, though they are beautiful, target grips on S&W revolvers. They are uncomfortable in my hands but many people like them. Recoil is not too bad. But defending your life you will never notice anyway. Follow up shots are as fast as you can work the slide and aquire the target, it takes practice, or course. I'm sure you will decide wisely.