I carry a HS everywhere everyday. I know it is not the ideal gunfighter's pistol but it allows me to make sure I obey the first rule of always having a gun on me even if I'm just wearing shorts and flip flops. I haven't found anything that is as small and as reliable for anywhere near the money. A Seecamp would probably fit in thw same place comfortably but I don't have the money for one right now and although I know they are for breath smelling distance, I hate that they don't have any semblance of sights.
I have J frames that are my choice for normal carry, but my dress style means I have to strap on a holster to carry one. The HS goes in my pocket right behind my billfold and I keep a couple spare shells in my opposite front pocket.
It is actually pretty easy to shoot and more accurate than most would guess. I can put both barrels in a 4" circle consistently from the 7 yard line.
Ideal no, better than no gun, I think so.
