glock plant explosion in atlanta

there was an "explosion" in the test-firing area of the atlanta glock plant on monday, sending a couple of workers to hospital. parts are manuf in europe, and assembled here in atlanta.

ive been comtemplating purchasing a glock for several years. i have a colt 45-auto that ive owned for 25 years that i cant hit the side of a barn with. practice makes perfect, and i dont.

i was thinking of the medium framed 40-SW caliber. (model 23 i think) would anyone recommend a different round, or other manufacturer?

a local dealer that supplies the LE community typically has clean used for around $400, and new for around $575. is this pricing good?

thanks for any info. - ben