My wife has a CCW license also. She chose a new .38 caliber Total Ti as her carry pistol. I've looked it over carefully. It is nice. Taurus engineered the grips to absorb recoil and be easy to hold. It's light, ported, good looking, and rated for +P ammunition.
With the "sell-out" of Smith&Wesson, I think Taurus is the one to buy.
The price is even better. However, I don't feel the same way about the PT-111 auto.
Will
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