UPDATE: I finally took it to the range last night. I only had time to put through 65 Rnds. of 124gr. Federal law enforcement ammo. It performed without a glitch.
Before that I followed all the suggestions in this thread. De-greasing and cleaning with non-chlorinated Breaklean. Then I oiled it and racked the slide a few hundred times.
The wood grips I bought separately are going to need a little fitting, but look great. I also love the tri-con sights. I have a spot near the bed where it sits at night. When I look that direction I can tell the position of the gun in the dark.
It is a bit heavier than my previous CC weapon, but that weight makes for a smooth action and the kick is less than my .380. I could even fire nice double tap groups.
Thanks again for your advice guys! (or girls?? na, your all guys lol)