That wasnt the case at all. It just wasnt as concealable or comfortable to carry as the Airweight. I didnt unload it, I traded it to my uncle for his SKS. I thought it was plenty accurate, but I didnt like the sights as much as the ones on the PF-9. I dont know how you guys walk around with those slightly cut down full frame guns concealed everyday, but I have a feeling that most of you dont. My Airweight is in my pocket at all times because it is light and small enough that I barely know its there. AND its accurate as hell and easy to shoot although its the .38+P model, not .357 and aluminum framed.