I have been watching this thread and finally picked up a CM9 yesterday. It has a lot more grip to hang onto compared to my CW-380 - but still carries very well in a hoodie jacket pocket. The slide is easier to rack than the CW-380 also. To keep this post on topic, the trigger isn't as smooth as my .380, but I haven't had it out to shoot it yet. There are a couple of small casting blems on the frame – and the slide has a couple of stains, sort of, in the bead blasting. All said - for $359 I am very happy!