The quality on Kimbers isn't what it once was. I have both a Dan Wesson CCO and a S&W. Both are really accurate and reliable. As others have said, DW's are pretty good value. But if I were only picking one, I'd go with the one you find most aesthetically pleasing. A gun you love the look of will go to the range more often. Also, as mentioned earlier in the thread, Colts are excellent as well.