I've had a PPKS (.380) mfg. by Smith and Wesson since 2005. I did send it back for the recall which, by the way, had nothing to do with grips though I don't remember exactly what it was. I've put thousands of rounds through it with practically zero malfunctions. This is my primary carry firearm and it surely wouldn't be if it malfunctioned as much as some people say it does. I also keep my firearms clean, taking care to clean them following each range session and each is scheduled for a detail cleaning every 6 months.