Nice little gun but I still believe that for defensive carry use, an enclosed hammer revolver is the way to go. Especially in cold areas, you can be walking along holding the gun in the pocket of your overcoat. Should you fire it from inside your coat pocket, you don't have to worry about the slide closing on cloathing and fouling the gun.
I guess that's one way to stay warm.
When talking revolvers I like and own several Rugers. The SP line are excellent but heavier than the lightweight S&W lineup. I also carry with me my Sig P6 which is a fine weapon with the right load. I picked her up for under $300 at Centerfire systems here in KY.
I really like this topic.