after a quick check I found these:
http://www.packing.org/news/article.jsp/5894
http://www.packing.org/news/article.jsp/5924
My own opinion is that Beretta makes wonderful weapons. I think the Cougar is definitely a great buy as well. I havent tried this gun but I still recommend Beretta as long as you are aware that their customer service is absolutely awful( which you probably know after owning a couple.) I actually carry a 96 compact-L inox and I havent had any problems with it except a slide release that broke.(The gun would still fire) Good luck