For years my personal choice has been a Charter Arms Bulldog Pug in .44 special loaded with Cor-Bon 165gr hollowpoint.. In the winter it is easily concealed and ready to use in an instant. In the simmer time I sometimes carry it in a boot holster. I reciently purchased a Ruger LCP .380. It is a little less powerful than I generally like but with it's sub compact size and light weight it is a pleasure to carry. I made a pocket holster and with light weight summer clothes I can wear it in my pants pocket and have quick access to it. I have it loaded with Cor-Bon 90gr JHP.