As some have said, the racking of a pump shotgun only solves a lot of problems...probably the worst sound you will ever hear!
That aside...
I have a CHL and periodically carry. Baretta .40. I'm small and gun is touch heavy, however, I have a good holster that minimizes the weight. Wear a good vest as needed so the gun doesn't "print" to announce. Carry when traveling or when here alone when wife on a trip hauling, etc. Carry when in pastures. Occasionally when going to town, just for concealment practice. Hope I never have to draw it... Otherwise, I don't advertise where I keep other guns...lol.
Local sheriff's dept knows I have a CHL and all. We're in a "real Texas county here"...also have road frontage on highway. Do have our share of meth labs and users and other unsavory characters in our area. Occasionally have "carless" people walking down highway. "A gun is a great equalizer and quality life insurance".
If I'm here alone on our own property, I don't use vest (unless cold) when I carry in plain sight...my property, my rules...lol.