I have the ported 9mm. I have around 300 trouble free rounds through it. I love the ported barrel. I have fired this gun in every position with the exception of under my chin and have had no problem with hot gas from the ports. You are not blinded from the flash either. Get out and enjoy this fine gun from S&W. Oh the trigger is great as well. I do like night sights a little better but these fiber optic sights work pretty good. Especially out side in bright light.

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