I bought one the first year that Ruger brought them out. It is a great pistol. The only thing that I dislike about is is the smooth slick grip on it and it looks like Ruger has changed that on the newer ones. Very accurate and the only jamming issues I had were related to a worn magazine spring. The only defensive ammo I have shot are Federal 115 gr Hydra Shocks. They shoot well enough that I havent felt the need to try anything else. I mostly shoot UMC and WWB 115 gr FMJ ammo-they work great for practice and plinking. It's a great pistol. I bet you will be very happy with it.