Everyone - EVERYONE - should have a good carry gun, and this is a very good carry gun. There are other carry guns out there - check them out and find the one which fits you well. But this is a good gun. I have a Shield and I like it a lot. Specifically, I like how thin it is. Not the highest capacity, but damn it's thin. Makes for very comfortable carry. If you don't have a carry gun, go get one NOW.