Thinking of an Entry-Level 9mm Semi to Purchase w/in the Next Couple Months

Starting the research early because that's the most fun part of the process for me.

Want something on the lower end to get a feel for what I'd like in a good 9mm semi handgun. Primary purpose is as a self-defense piece a little more economical to shoot than my .38 with more ammo capacity. I'm also undecided whether I'd like a mag disconnect and additional external safety. Also undecided about DAO or DA/SA. Recoil not really a factor to me. Would like to spend less than $400.

Am interested to see personal experiences with these models:

Kel-tech PF9: I understand some have had issues with this model, but the price is hard to beat. No external saftey or mag disconnect. DAO. Lightest of the bunch. Small ammo capacity.



Taurus PT111: Like the idea of a fuller grip on compact carry piece, but that's a lot of weight for a CCW. Good ammo capacity, though. External safety but no mag disconnect safety. DA/SA



Taurus PT709 slim: More concealable than the PT111, less weight, but you lose the ammo capacity. SA/DA.



S&W sd9ve: I'm well aware of its notorious Sigma roots. A heavy trigger on a CCW piece is not a negative to me. Good ammo capacity. Academy always seems to have a sale on them. DA/SA. It's a S&W. Somewhat hefty.



Ruger LC9: Reasonable weight. Small ammo capacity. External safety. Mag disconnect. DAO. It's a Ruger.



Ruger P95: Good ammo capacity. External safety. No mag disconnect. On the heavy end for a CCW. DA/SA. Upper end of budget. It's a Ruger.



Kahr CW9: Seems to have a good reputation. No external safety or mag disconnect. Fuller grip. Reasonable weight for a CCW. Small ammo capacity. DAO. Upper end of budget.



I know the Rugers and Kahr are going to be higher quality pistols, but if I can get a reliable gun for much less, I would rather do that for this purchase.

ETA: Ruger LC9