Thinking of getting one (an S&W j-frame revolver that is)....I'm torn between:
The 2 1/8" model 60
The 637
The 340 - but it's really pricey..
The 442 (SAF commemorative - just to rub the salt in any anti's wounds)
OR
The new Taurus, compact 6 shot revolver (the 856 AFAIK, saw it in this months Guns and Ammo magazine). I know there is a reliability issue with Taurus, but the idea of a 6 shot in a compact frame is pretty neat.
I'd prefer to go S&W though.....but their prices range so much.
That been said. For a carry gun (love my Sig, but it's like walking around with a brick), would you recommend one with an exposed hammer, or a DAO type revolver where the hammer is not exposed?
Edit to add: Also, would .38 be OK, or would a .357/.36+P be better? I did fire Jay's J-frame .357Mag -- and OUCH!!!! It hurt like hell..