I have intentionally bought only .357 magnum/.38 Special revolvers: two Ruger KGP-141s and two S&W "Special Edition" 627 N frames. I really enjoy the quality, precision, accuracy, and durability of these wheelguns, and I find the KGP-141s to be quite concealable, particularly when some type of "over garment" is worn.
The .41 magnum also really appeals to me, based on its own ballistics and its capability to accommodate 10mm and .40 S&W loads. From the standpoint of personal defense only -- and in a wide-range of defensive scenarios -- is there any substantial reason to favor the .41 mag over the .357 mag?
Your expert opinions would be greatly appreciated.
The .41 magnum also really appeals to me, based on its own ballistics and its capability to accommodate 10mm and .40 S&W loads. From the standpoint of personal defense only -- and in a wide-range of defensive scenarios -- is there any substantial reason to favor the .41 mag over the .357 mag?
Your expert opinions would be greatly appreciated.