My first handgun was a Beretta 92 FS. Bought it around 20 yrs ago. Carried it through many security gigs. Fun to shoot. Can handle VERY hot rounds with no ill effects. Have probably shot several thousand rounds out of it Still use the original magazines (early aftermarket one were junk). About the only downside to carrying it as a civilian is its weight. Near impossible to carry concealed. Need a strong belt and good holster to carry open. Still take it to the range every time I go.