I agree with Roskoe, I prefer the 23 over the 27(just a little more to hang on to). As BC said, the 27 is definately a shooter for such a small piece. I got a chance to shoot one right after they came out and was very surprised at how well it performed. But for $350, I'd have a hard time turning that one down. The sub-compacts (26, 27, 30 and 36) will fetch $400+ all day long around here.