Since I've had no luck getting my hands on a M&P Shield and I'm starting to get tired of waiting, I'm considering the Bersa BP9cc and the Kahr CW9. I've heard great things about both of these guns, the major difference between the two are the triggers.

The Kahr CW9 has a longer pull but is said to be quite smooth (6-7lbs?), and the Bersa BP9cc has a light trigger (3-4lbs? maybe too light for some peoples carry preference?) with very little take up then an immediate break and minimal reset. The Bersa comes with 2 mags and I've seen it priced from $340 to $380. I've handled both of these guns and they both felt great. Although I haven't shot either one of them so I cannot comment on that, maybe someone else can?

M&P Shield 9mm Specs:
Caliber: 9mm
Capacity: 7 & 8
Action: Striker Fire
Barrel Length: 3.1"
Front Sight: White Dot
Rear Sight: White 2-Dot
Weight: 19.0 oz
Length: 6.1"
Height: 4.6"
Width: .95"

Trigger Pull: 6.5 lbs. +/-

Bersa Specs:
Caliber: 9MM
Capacity: 8+1
Action: Short reset DAO
Barrel Length: 3.3"
Front Sight: White Dot
Rear Sight: White 2-Dot
Weight: 21.5 oz.
Length: 6.35"
Height: 4.8"
Width: .94