the 9VE was the first handgun I've shot more than 3 rounds out of, and the first "real" gun I've ever owned.
I've shot well over 5,000 rounds through it, it does exactly what I expect it to do - every single time. It even performed perfectly when I tried out the center axis relock.
I don't give a #$%@ what anyone says. If they feel so badly for me, then they're welcome to buy me the gun that they think is better; I'll say "thank you", enjoy the free gun, and still continue to enjoy shooting my Sigma.
FWIW, I also am seeing a new resurgence of appreciation and acceptance for the VE as a 4" poly framed gun. Might have something to do with the economy, I don't know, but they're impressed with the pricepoint/quality of the Sigma, and I love having 4 hi-cap mags (with 2 of them still unopened in the SW envelope from the rebate program).