I have a 2014 P-09. Big brother to the P-07. Only 500 rounds down range with it ,but no problems whatsoever. Not that first one. Is the most accurate and comfortable pistol I have ever shot and I have been shooting since 13 years old, am 65 now. Also have on order a P-07 from Cajun Gun Works with all the 'goodies' done to it. I would not be afraid at all of the polymer P-07 regardless of what your intended use, recreational or self-defense. I can't comment on the P-01 as I don't own one. Hold one and is like shaking hands with an old friend, you just don't want to let it go. Good Luck with your decision. See if you can find a gun shop where you can hold both or better yet a rental range where you can shoot both. I have been a Glock man since 1984 and they are good, but when i handled the P-09 I just had to have it. It is for me much more accurate than the Glocks I have owned.