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I have been carrying for about a year. I bought the XDS specifically because of it's concealability. Once I started carrying it regularly, I realized I could probably conceal alot more gun just as easily. This was verified when I borrowed a GI 1911 to carry during the time my XDS was gone for recall. That much barrel inside my pants at about 5o'clock was the only minor downside. other than that, I saw no noticable difference between that big hogleg and my XDS.

You did good.

One thing though (and you may have done good here too) when leaving, I wouldn't turn my back on them after making eye contact. Once I perceive in him a realization that I am armed, I WOULD NOT turn my back on him.

How I would have proceeded, once I knew they were up to no good, would all depend on if my family or friends were with me. If I am alone, I would probably do what I could to support the storekeepers. If my family is with me, I would probably temp a safe egress from the area.

Use your judgement...nobody has to answer for it but you. You will probably be more critical of your decisions than others will.

Welcome to the forum by the way.