........you paid, I don't know if I'd sink more money. You can get an FN on Gunbroker, or even a FEG here:
http://www.gunbroker.com/Semi-Auto-P...Sellers=979927
And I'm no snob, I have the second version of the FEG and I am completely thrilled with it! It makes me look good! I'm not worried about replacing parts because it's well made though rougher than my buddy's Browning. I get the same groupings out of both. I shoot the classic Federal 9mm 115s as per Stephen Camp, so I know I'm not beating it up.
You shouldn't have to sink so much into this firearm to the point where you can own a refurbished FN. I'm saving up for one of those refurbished models myself. The FEG just whetted the appetite. Mine won't accept some HI Power parts. Would prefer to know parts are available. And it would be so cool to own two!