I agree with the general comments about .357 however I also understand the desire to own at least one. My desire to own one netted me a 6in GP100 and a 3 in SP101. I love both and enjoy shooting .357s or .38s from either but I have been shooting revolvers for 30 years now. With that said my favorite revolver is my S&W Mdl 10 in .38. Smooth, accurate and plain sweet. My home defense choice.......1911.