Having been in law enforcement for the past 28 years, I've carried cannon, gatling guns, and every new "wonder" gun that came along. I live in Southern Louisiana, hot and humid, where shoulder holsters and the like are way too hot and uncomfortable. Enter the R9s, small, reliable, and the utmost quality. I shoot this little pistol just about as well as my full size Sigs, Glocks, and H&K's. I've had to use my pistol in the line of duty many times, and feel completely comfortable with this pistol. (I do carry two spare mags). Expensive, not at all. Its the gun you'll find on me for the rest of my life. Kerry