I've worked with hundreds of US soldiers (mostly infantry, some log and sigs) over the last year. Not one of them have complained about their M17/M18 pistol, and most say the M9 criticisms were overblown. All the M9 problems disappeared when soldiers started getting issued the newer anti-friction magazines. Personally, after shooting a M17, I think it's better than my Glock 17. The Glock 17 trigger and grip angle are unforgivable for soldiers that realistically don't get to shoot as much as most civilians think. Of note, the British soldiers I work with have simply accepted that the trigger is junk and makes it very difficult for people who don't get to shoot often to pass standards. They note that most targets are predominantly peppered with holes only on the left side. The Glock is an excellent pistol and it should be the ideal military sidearm, but not with that mushy sh1ty trigger.
That said, I can't wait to turn in this POS Browning on my hip. It wouldn't be such a big deal if Canada bought proper magazines and issued out NOS Brownings, but... at least my stoppage drills are spot on.
