I realize I'm probably in the minority, but anything like even a small red dot on a subcompact carry pistol is just something to add bulk/irregular shape or perhaps even hang up during a draw.
I'm in the same small boat. And in addition to being bulkier when one reason for carrying a subcompact pistol for self-defense is to be less bulky, transitioning from years of training and practice of focusing on the front sight to chasing a dot around on the target, will involve a lot of practice and rethinking sighting priorities. The red dot can doubtlessly be a more accurate aiming method for many, if not most, but it doesn't come without some disadvantages.
Red dots are like crutches some people need them some do not.
https://www.handgunhero.com/compare/sig-sauer-p365-vs-smith-wesson-m-p-9-shield-plusNot a single reviewer has the guts to stick it next to a P365 and snap a picture?
Red dots may be good for self defense if you can deal with the extra bulk and even more importantly, if the Battery isn't dead. Most self defense situations are at very close range, should be able to point the gun like your finger. Practice some.Red dots may be OK for self defense if you can deal with the extra bulk but most of my shooting is at targets and like lasers, they just amplify for me, my inability to hold steady. It's distracting to see this little red dot jumping all over the target.
Red dots may be good for self defense if you can deal with the extra bulk and even more importantly, if the Battery isn't dead. Most self defense situations are at very close range, should be able to point the gun like your finger. Practice some.
I have the Talon Grips on all my polymer guns. Love em. All feel pretty much the same as far as "grippy" goes.I showed my new Shield Plus to my son today. He was duly impressed but his first comment was "what's with those grips? They're painful!" Not sure why S&W felt the need to change the grip texture. Ordered my Talon rubber grip panels tonight.
I'm not usually one to run out and grab the latest-greatest gizmo, but my LGS had a Shield+ at a price I just couldn't pass up. So I grabbed one today! It's New Gun Day!