I went to Cabelas a few weeks ago to feel the difference between the service and tactical models.
Considering my hand is pretty big, I thought the feel of the tactical was much better than the service.. so, I have decided on the tactical as my first handgun purchase.

I called a nice local dealer who will sell it to me at 475, plus a $10 transfer fee. Comes to about $520 after taxes.. and 522 after the permit fee.
Will post pics/videos when bought and shot.