I got to handle one extensively yesterday (didn't fire it though). The action seems quite rough, bad trigger, good ergonomics. I found releasing the slide from the locked position took the other hand to make it work. (small hands) I went specifically looking for the SR9 and walked out with a new Springfield XD9. Better ergonomics.
And Ken, that's just my opinion on the SR9. Don't let mine or anyone elses change yours. I'm sure you'll love the gun. I don't know the availability of sidearms in NI, i.e whether or not you can go down to the local gun store and handle them all or not. That would certainly help you find the one your looking for. There are thousands to choose from and they all have their little pros and cons. I just thought the XD9 was better for me. I know when I was stationed in England back in the day gunshops seemed nonexistant. Lucky for you NI still believes in the individual rights of its citizens.
Cheers,
J.C.