I HATED my 442 when I bought it. I chose it because it was the sweet spot between economy, reliability, function, and carry-ability.

But shooting the thing blows, especially at first. But the more I shoot it, the better I get, and the more I like it. At the range a few days ago I remember thinking as I left, "Wow, my hand doesn't even hurt after 50 rounds anymore".

This brings to mind another newb question. I have been putting 50 rounds a month down range. Is that over doing it with a 442? I've read that sub compact 9mm autos and whatnot are only good for a dozen hundred rounds or so, but the same applys to a snubby?