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When it comes to alot of things in life, I've found that almost all choices will get the job done, and the difference between the moderately priced options and their expensive counterparts is the difference between 95% and 100%. Guns are no exception to this.

My most expensive gun cost me just under $3,000 (a Nighthawk 1911). My least expensive gun cost me $75 (a used Norinco 1911 in 9mm that I gave to my brother and he turned in to a buy-back program - we didn't talk for 6 months after that!!!!!). The point being that every gun I have owned has functioned well. With a few exceptions, they have been reliable. The most notable exception there being an early manufacture date Sig P365 that was hardly inexpensive at $599 if I remember correctly. In all cases, any difference in practical accuracy at typical SD ranges is much more attributable to me than it is to the gun.

Add me to the chorus that says to ignore the gun snobs out there. Do your research and get the gun(s) that fit you best. Not only your specific needs, but also your budget, etc. Whatever you get, make sure that you practice with it until the manual of arms is second nature and you are confident that it will get the job done.

By the way, my favorite gun purchase is the used CZ 75 compact that cost me under $300 including the new springs and guide rod that I installed. That gun sits in my truck 24/7 with my knowledge that it will work fine for me if needed, and won't be as big of a financial loss as my other guns if someone happens to break-in and steal it.