I am in love with the springfield 45 apc compact. good nock down, option of compact 10 rounds or the 13 rounds comes with both clips. here is a link with some history and info on it.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Springfield_Armory_XD
also check out the torture test done on the 9mm, it is unreal.
http://springfield-armory.primediaou...SPstory11.html
and this is how I plan on carrying mine.
http://www.pagerpal.com/
Go shoot a bunch of different guns, find one you like and fits you, then get it.