The NRA had a 3 day conference here last year and I took in a ton of information. It brought big bucks to Pittsburgh too.
A self defense class I took recommended that we trade in our little pocket pistols that didn't have laser sites on them and get a new one with the laser sites. Relatively new to the small fire power.
Statistic show, you are more likely to be taken seriously if you pull that *little pea shooter* on some villian and set those laser sites right on their face. Villian will think *OH OH, Wrong person to be messing with* and more than likely get away from you.
In the past they taught you to know how to use it (of course) because if they get it off of you, they will use it on you. Never pull out a pocket pistol if you are not prepared to use it. (any gun for that matter). Heres a picture of my newer Beretta. 6+1. Also, no hammer action in the rear to muck up your thumb.
