Rufus and TRH, I guess it depends on both what your definition of "defense" is and what then your overall philosophy of engaging another human being with a firearm is. I wonder how many gun toters have thought that last one through. Even if you've gotten to that point I'm sure you've noticed there's a lot compromise and then different choices made by individuals on what they want to compromise on. See here in this thread.

Anyway, had both Sig's, a S&W 357, and a 45 out today. It was a beautiful day to shoot.