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Other than the ported barrel on the Recon, are there any major differences between the two? If I'm not mistaken, the lever on the Recon serves as a decocker only.

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Different Barrel
Different Grips
Different Finish
Different Safety/Decock functions
Different sights on the SFF Mk-2

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Thanks! Are those stock photos, or are both yours?
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Those are mine
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Awesome! Any preference between the two, or just two flavors you enjoy?
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Some days you want chocolate and some days you want strawberry.

I am fortunate to be able to pick when I feel like it

If I were only able to afford one, it would be the SFF MK-2 since I prefer adjustable sights
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I noticed a difference in recoil with the ported barrel of the Recon reducing muzzle rise and felt recoil.
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