[tobnpr]

Comments about the "stolen purse" are valid.

BUT...

There's a lot more to personal safety, and carrying, than just stashing the weapon in a purse.

You could get hit over the head with a pipe walking around a dark corner as well, and the 9mm on your hip would do you no good, either.

Situational awareness goes a long way.

When dress simply does not allow any form of on-body carry, the purse is the only viable option. Well, the "Sneaky Pete" (requires a belt) or an ugly fanny pack might be options...but what woman is going to wear a fanny pack?

We live in FL...jackets, sweatshirts, any sort of overgarment- well, just not gonna happen 9 or 10 month out of the year- and even then, only a few days where it's cold enough to wear a jacket.

If someone has another idea, I'd love to hear it.