So instead of a sh0tgun...

[QuickZ06]

American Classic 2 and Firestorm both made the same factory in the philipines by Metro Arms. I own the AC2 and it has been flawless with the 1,000+ rounds I have put threw it. For the price $449.99 and all the stuff it has i.e dovetail, skeleton trigger/hammer ect. ect. (stuff you would expect on higher end models) it to me is the best bang for your buck.

 

[MoneyWhereMyMouthIs2]

Beretta > Glock

But it really comes down to what you like best as it will be your life on the line possibly.

I think it depends on the criteria, but there's no doubt certain grips fit peoples' hands differently and almost everyone agrees that can make a big difference. I know someone who chose Beretta as a carbine because of their Cx4 Storm 9mm carbine. 2 guns (handgun, carbine), one ammo. I would not make the same choice, but I would surely call that a reasonable choice with a good thought process behind it.