[pturner67]

- more secure home defense weapon.
- something that I could confidently use in an emergency situation.
- something that won't cost me a fortune to shoot at a range
- this leaves me with a 9mm round
- budget is $400-$700. I would prefer not to spend more, but I could squeeze in $800 if I had some accessories with it
- I'd like to purchase it new
- ability to mount a "laser pointer" as well
- I do like the 1911 and have held one before, finding it quite comfortable
- not partial to any specific brand
- doesn't need any gunsmith tweaking, and will work excellently "out of the box,"with a reputation for relability. I'd like to keep it for a long time.

CZ 75b or SP-01 fits everything you stated