Yeah. When they came out I just rolled my eyes. I thought they'd last six months and be gone. But you just can't beat 'em and I am big fan of S&W.
If you haven't already, try the Fobus paddle holster they make for these things. One of the greatest in the field setups you could carry. You don't even know it is there and you can clip it to your belt, or your pack's hip belt.
Travis