I agree with Old Fuff.
Marko's post is worth a re-read as well. I currently carry a Semi, but I have no qualms in carrying a Revolver as I have done so.
I am a big proponent of dedicated .38spls. Vern Humphrey I agree with, most ".357 snubbies" end up being "dedicated .38spls" - then we are asked how to remove the burn ring.
My favorite "snubby" - 3" K frame RB, Model 10 or 64.
Working with folks like I choose to, I prefer to teach with a .22 medium frame revolver, then transition to Medium frame Dedciated .38spl. I still contend learning this way teaches correct basic fundamentals of handgun shooting - even if one transitions to another Platform.
In sharing we do go to a semi in .22 and then 9mm and .45. I let the students shoot 5 rds into 1/4 sheet of typing paper at 5 yds timed, the paper tells the student which gun and loads THEY shoot best.
This test is good for a seasoned shooter, whom due to injury , age , arthritis...whatever THEY shoot best.
Honest? For what most use a CCW for, and the distances most likely to have to actually use, such as answering a door, getting to and exiting a vehicle, or driving a vehicle...
Marko is correct.
I was out with the ladies I assist and kids - kind of group of us that hang out together.
All the ladies, and one grandpa were carrying revolvers. SP101, Model 10, Colt Detetive Specials...
I was the only one carrying a semi - my "niche gun".
Kids fussed at me - I forgot to bring my 1928 Colt DS, Model 64 3" HB RB and Model 10 snubby. Well actually it would have meant having to make a special trip as I was out and about and did not come from the route I normally do.
Kids...Speer Plastic training bullets. They are having fun shooting these [ as are we adults] and they like "that really old gun you have - even older than Grandpa".
Grandpa was born in '38 IIRC