Seems a bit high but I'm in FL so I wouldn't know about Cal. prices. I've had mine since new, when they first came out. Mine has had a lot of ammo through it over the years and it has led a hard life, serving as a back-up, an off duty carry and even as a duty gun while on the marine unit where it was soaked through and through with salt water repeatedly.
It shows that hard life cosmetically. However, despite that hard life it has been extremely reliable and surprisingly accurate. I think it's an easy carry on or off duty. Off duty I usually carried AIWB but admittedly usually what some refer to as Mexican style, as I usually just stuck it in my belt. It stays there well but I guess you really should use a holster.
So I gave my opinion as one who would actually use it as a working gun. I have no idea if it would be a good gun for a starting collector. For the price you listed I'd think you could get a better new gun for a working gun. However, I still like mine and it still gets tossed in the door pocket of my truck where it can get a few more nicks and dings. I know it'll go bang if I pull the trigger. I confess to some emotional attachment to the old beater.
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