May be a bit OT for this tread, but you can get a nice Beretta Mod. 70 from a 1/2 dozen different surplus venders. pain to cut the fake suppressor, but durable in an evening. and you're left with a light weight, reasonably compact, accurate Beretta for good price point. I have a Mod 71 in .380...
Probably a tad off topic for what's being addressed here, but I carry a small or mid-sized auto (Beretta, PPK, Officers 1911) in my attache'. Outside panel, easy access, no shadow. Not as fast a pocket, and surely it doesn't travel to the bathroom with me, but I know where it is and am well...
Bravo!!! I walked past that same gun many times, and picked it up twice at the show-but the beretta got me in the end. Glad it went to someone who appreciates her!
Ronn
I'm aiming to buy a S&W M&P Sport II tomorrow (was going to get the DMPS @ Cabela's for $499, but I think the M&P is a better rifle)-- where do you think I'll find the best deal tomorrow --Friday? Point Blank in Carmel has them for $599
Ronn
I think size of living space, proximity or other occupied spaces (like duplex or an apt vs SFH or rural), and floorplan (say a "railroad"style apt vrs the home full of nooks) have a barring on choice, in addition to personal experience/training/familiarity with platform. I don't have an AR...