My tiny, NPE/ hike around/ not-in-the-mood-for-holster gun is a Shield 9mm, with the full Apex internal kit & trigger, Crimson Trace Lightguard, and Talon stick on grips.
I normally carry with the 8rnd mag, but will rarely carry with the 7.
I get a gun that's easy to pocket, but also shoots a decent round, has proper sights, is actually comfortable to shoot, accurate, and has a decent trigger.