Regardless of ammo style, the HK P-30L was more than accurate enough for combat.

The P-30L is as ambidextrous as any handgun can be. In addition to the modular grip, the magazine and slide lock levers are located on both sides. I do not usually like the magazine release lever on HK pistols, as it requires a downward push in order to eject the magazine. I have small hands and it does not matter if I use my thumb or trigger finger, I cannot release the magazine without some shifting in my hand.

Fortunately, the new L-shaped lever on the P-30L can be pressed to the rear, which will release the magazine.

For testing, I pulled together all of the 9mm ammo that I could, including various hollowpoints from Winchester, Cor-Bon, Federal, Black Hills, Remington, Hornady and even some old Trition Quick Shock ammo.

The decocking lever on the P-30L is on the rear of the slide, out of the way of the shooting hand.

I also found some old 9mm reloads that had been in my attic for years--some of the cases were actually green--but I decided that I would see if the HK would handle it.

Accuracy testing was conducted at 25 yards from a Hornady Delta Rest; results are shown in the accompanying chart.

As far as reliability goes, it's an HK--what more need I say? The pistol ran without a hiccup, though I shot all the aforementioned questionable ammo through it. I ran it one-handed, two-handed and upside down. Performance was flawless.

Ergonomics were actually not that different from the standard P-30, other than taking slightly more lift to clear the holster when drawing.

Controllability was excellent, with just a bit more of a weight-forward feel than the shorter P-30. It would even work for concealed carry, though the standard P-30 is a smarter choice for that application.

The long slide P-30L will make a very formidable arm for any law enforcement agency, officer or legally armed citizen. In a world of compromise, choosing to carry a pistol from HK compromises nothing.