I was coming here to say the same thing. Love my 1911 style guns but without a doubt I'd stand by Springfield XD/M series guns, M&P, Glock, etc. and they give you a wider range of caliper options. You can easily get one of these guns probably with night-sights at least a used variety but maybe even new for the same money and.
http://www.springfield-armory.com/products/xdm-compact-40-cal/
This is my main carry piece. I use the full size extended magazine as a nightstand gun too gives you a full grip but you can use the shorter magazine when carrying to make it more of a true compact.
Very nice gun and very comfortable for a compact and I have large hands.