Well I have to say that after reading all these post, which the same topic seems to be almost weekly now, have done one thing for me. They have embolden and substantiated my decision so many years ago to become proficient with the Pocket Pistol, Mircro 9mm's and the Snubby.. It was one of the best decisions I ever made in the world of EDC and well worth all the training, time and ammo I have put into this. Carrying every day, every single day, day in and day out, the Pocket gun and Micro pistols have been my friend. What a pleasant feeling to have had so many years ago to let go of the burden I had of having to lug a heavy piece of metal and lead around for years. Yes, I moved down in size to a level where I know I could carry with absoutly no inconvenience to what I was wearing. I also learned so many different skills and benefits to these fine engineered small barrel weapons. For me they represent a better defense in many ways that larger guns do not have. Like walking to my car at night, with a weapon actually concealed in my hand, ready to protect me. And it is hard to beat a gun already in the hand.
I want to thank all that keep bringing this subject up. I know many cannot shoot a small gun with proficiency and I understand this. And anyone who feels they need bigger and more, then my hat is off to them. I will not try and force my views on them. They have chosen what they believe to be the best for them. What they carry is their business and myself and all others have a freedom to carry what we feel is best for each us personally. It is sad to see that respect of what others carry, gone by the wayside by some folks.
I say, spend more time with the weapon you do own, you feel comfortable with and stop trying to force your beliefs down on others. And smarmy cartoons, intimidation quotes insinuating all types of danger do nothing but show a insecurity to your own beliefs.