I agree with your points. It is a little hand pounder if you shoot enough. However, mine isn't intended to be a competition gun. It's for that special someone who will get a couple 230 gr HSTs in his crotch (femoral arteries, hip, base of spine or Mr. Happy and the twins) with my weak side hand while I'm attempting to keep him from grabbing my exposed strong side carry. It's a perfect size for a small-of-the-back holster if I'm cross carrying on my left side. When my main carry is on my right it rides in a cheapo holster on my left side.It is my current off duty handgun. It fits well on my ankle and flat enough to conceal well on the belt or even in a big pocket with the right pocket holster. I think it is a great choice.