Thank you for all the great responses, very, very much appreciated. One of my nephews is considering getting a carry gun, and is asking advice on good guns for consideration. I will offer my counsel on what is "good" about different handguns, but will encourage him to handle as many makes and models as he can before he buys. Choosing a carry gun is a very personal decision, and as was said here, it is vital to see how the gun fits in the hand, and "points" for the shooter.
Again, thank you very much guys!
My offer stands for you and him to meet me at Parabellum and try out what I have. If you're interested let me know and I'll send you a list.
Dan