AKPastor
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Reasons I could find for .44:
1. More compact cartridge
2. Reputation for outstanding accuracy
3. No moon clips required in revolver
4. Potential for slightly superior ballistics (dependent on gun used)
Reasons for .45:
1. Cheaper
2. Better factory ammo selection
3. Interchangeability (in terms of being able to use it in an auto)
4. More widely available in general
I CCW my .45 ACP S&W 25-2 and have no problems with it - love the revolver, love the cartridge, and love the variety of defense loads available.
Still, I think both are great and you should try to find one that feels good in your hand and you're comfortable with.
As to your reasons for a .44
1. I see no great advantage here
2. my .45 is very accurate
3. the moon clips are an advantage, but are not even necessary in mine
4. I can't really answer to that
The reasons for a .45 I concur with
Anyway - that's my thoughts. As to N frame, etc - I don't have any difficulties carrying daily.