Thanks for all the input. A lot to consider for future reference. I found reviews on the manufacturer's scopes which were all favorable. The higher magnification scopes I found are in the 700-1200 dollar range. The reviews on the SRS 2 Reflex sight (which has a mfg price of $340) were mostly 4-5 star with the major complaint of the lower ratings for being shipped with a dead battery. I went ahead and ordered the Sightron SRS 2; mine came with the battery uninstalled so no problem. I installed it on the the Stoeger STR 9 with the C-more plate, one of the 4 base adapter plates that came with the pistol. The 8-32 allen head screws that came with the sight were too long, so I had to file them to fit. The sight also came with a pic rail mount. I used a new thread lock compound called VC-3 Vibra-TITE I wanted to try out on the screws for the plate and the sight.
I found the SRS2 on sale at Midway for 120 bucks free shipping, so not a lot of moolah. I got the STR9 for $189 after rebate, so my journey into reflex sighted center fire pistols is low budget. Hopefully my shooting improves enough to adapt some of my better pistols to red dots. I will post an update from a range visit for this when I get the chance. Again thank you everyone for the responses.
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