The Hi Point C9 was my very first handgun. Use to carry it daily. I have only had a few problems with ftf. And that was with the famous Winchester white box. Never had a problem with the Remington hollow points though. Which is what I keep in it. And yes I would let my life depend on it. Just as much as a Glock or any other high priced brand name. Malfunctions can and will happen to anything. Do I still carry it, no. I now carry a Ruger SR40C. But I do have my C9 in my BOB.