A few years back, the SD9VE was one of the better budget pistols.
Heavy trigger but utterly reliable. Retailed about $269 but often on sale for $200. That’s when I got mine. Keeping it stock. No issues.

Now there are many more options at close to the same price point.
SD’s running $260’s on sale. Ok for a basic no frills pistol.
But Rugers SR9C and Security 9 are close in price.