I am going to take the concealed carry class this coming Saturday and I will be in the market for a good concealed carry gun. I am in a very rural and safe area and for the most part I am getting my license in order to take my guns to the range for practice. But when I visit more populated areas of that state I would like to have a pistol with me. I plan to buy a M & P .40 for target shooting and home protection. Is the full size model of this gun too big to carry? I have considered the compact model but I like the capacity of the full size gun. Should I buy two guns, the M & P to take to the range and a small "pocket" gun for those out of town trips? Any insight would be greatly appreciated!