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I can't speak for others here but I never experienced the first time jitters. Day one of carrying just felt natural and have never worried about it. It takes a bit of time to get used to the weight, though. Feels a bit like carrying a tool belt if I had to compare it to something.

So many good choices on guns I won't clutter this space with suggestions. If it is reliable and it works for you, you've made a good choice. Lots of holster choices too, most here choose Comp-Tac or Crossbreed, both quality holsters. I carry my 1911 in a Comp-Tac MTAC 4:00 with cant as far forward as it will go. Lots of people will tell you to get a good gun belt. I do not own one and have never needed one; my thin leather belt tightened around my hip has never failed me, but I guess to each his own.

Bottom Line: Carry what you're comfortable with and how you're comfortable doing it, there will be no right answer to the equipment you are recommended until you try it for yourself.