I don't know a lot about the 19-7 Comp ('cept I want one) but the $900 you paid for the 696-1 was pretty much spot on. They are fantastic guns and would be arguably one of the best concealed carry guns S&W ever made. The only advice I'd pass along would be to not abuse the gun with powerhouse loads. If you look at the forcing cone it's scary thin and probably wouldn't appreciate a steady diet of hot rounds. I took mine to the range today & was shooting as good in d.a as I was s.a. at 12 yards.
