After badgering you folks on this issue for a few months now, and thinking
about it myself for a few years, I've made a purchase.  My criteria changed
over time, but I really wanted a built-in meter, and the ability to shoot
handheld at speeds of 1/15 and higher.  Good glass is a must, but it doesn't
have to be the absolute best.  Originally I leaned heavily towards the
Mamiya 7II and 65mm lens.  Then I decided I didn't want to spend that much
on a camera I might not like, and started leaning towards the Fuji fixed
lens rangefinders.  Unfortunately, those have no onboard metering, so they
weren't exactly what I wanted, plus, they still run right around $1300;
again, a little more than I want to spend on a camera I might not like (all
my experiences with "poor man leica's" aka 1970's fixed lens rangefinders,
have been dismal).  During the last round of discussion, however, Tony Clark
mentioned the Mamiya 6.  I knew it was out there, but primarily ignored it
because of its square format.  Tony's comments made me look past that, and
it turns out the Mamiya 6 has a strong fan base, built primarily on the
camera's sturdiness, ease of use, and the quality of the lenses.  I was able
to procure one with 75mm lens for right around $1000 last night.  Let you
know how it goes... ;-)