Robert Strange McNamara also made a terrible decision when he ordered the closing of the Springfield National Armory, and forced D.O.D. to use private companies to develop our future infantry small arms.
For years now, we have been relying on Beretta, FN, S.I.G., and HK. It seems like U.S. industry is good at big-budget programs, like aircraft, tanks, and missiles. But we no longer take the lead in small arms development.
I can’t think of a single thing wrong with ANY of the companies you listed. My only complaint is that Glock isn’t on the list (yet). ;)