The difference between HCs on console vs PC is insane... It's so unfortunate how shit they are on console but I love HCs so it gives me yet another reason to look forward to the game on PC.
Sidearms are my new favorite on console.
This isn't the first time I've heard about issues with hand cannons, but as a user I only seem to have issues with the sometimes atrocious reload times. Other than that they feel great, but that's just my opinion.