Brent,
Kalifornia is the preview of the U.S.
Thanks to people like your Nancy P
I've got 2 of the S&W 40s and they are great handguns and a great value.
If you like surprises check out the S&W airlight 38's
They are a 5 shot revolver. I've got a couple of the hammerless models which fit in your pocket! You would be amazed at the power out of this little gun when you load it with 38plus rounds.