1) A German Luger, dated 1940, Mauser MFG., 9mm
2) A pristine Smith and Wesson 39-2, 9mm.
3) A Rock Island Armory 1911 A-1 Commander, 45ACP.
My two sons, ages 8 and 13, and myself all shot till our hearts were content. All guns quite accurate. They are quality firearms in good condition. The Rock Island by far being the least expensive. Here's what I learned:
The Luger jammed several times with my youngest son shooting it, but was reliable when my oldest and when i shot it.
The Smith and Wesson jammed every shot with my youngest son, and a couple of times when my oldest son shot. It was reliable for me.
The Rock Island was the only one of the lot that was 100% reliable with all three of us. It was also the most accurate of the lot.
I believe that the Luger and the Smith are sensitive to limp wristing. I further believe that the old adage "You get what you pay for" doesn't always hold true.
We all three had a great time.
I still prefer revolvers.