Considering the majority of self-defense actions are over in seconds and in life threatening circumstances the defender may get off one maybe two rounds this gun should seriously be considered as a prime weapon of choice for defense and concealed carry. The .45 Colt/.410 barrel at close range will stop an aggressor in their tracks. The .357mag/.38spc barrel is no slouch either with a similar kick. An added benefit of my new Bond Arms Texas Defender comes into play when I am working on my farm in PA, looking up and finding one eye to eye with a black bear is becoming more and more frequent. Firing off a couple of rounds of bird shot will assuredly send them off to your neighbor. Should he return a reloaded .45LC aimed at his vitals should bring him down. The weapon is unobtrusive the wearer can perform most labor tasks as if it was a buck knife on their belt. Perfect gift for your significant other. The weapon far exceeds the mfg representations as to quality and utility. The holster leather work is superior quality, thank you Mr. Bond and your workers, job well done.