I think they are great (as evidenced by my member name). I'd still be carry mine on duty if the let me, but the new M&P 45 is starting to grow on me. Never had mine choke on me.
You either love or hate the weight to that thing..mine is very accurate and a pleasure to shoot but you know you are carrying it...Suppose if you run out of bullets, it'd make an excellent club:
Saw one at a gun show recently, very impressive. I thought it would make a nice companion for my 4513TSW which is actually seems a little light to me. Opted for a 29-2 6 1/2 inch instead. If I see another nice one however.....