My R9 has replaced my S&W 642 as primary pocket carry. I also found that the my 642 fits well in a jacket pocket. As in the next step up in armament, I often carry my Kahr P9 IWB (inside the waisteband) with one to two exta mags. I found the Kahr is an excellent as a primary carry gun because it is thin, accurate, has excellent sights, a smooth trigger and a full grip. I have carried my R9 every day mainly as a BUG (back-up gun) and sometimes as a primary when attire dictates.