I got nothing against reviving old threads, if the one who raises it from the grave is asking a question (even the same question as the now long gone OP).
This one didn't, just made a comment on the price he paid for .41 ammo. And we took off discussing the OP's question. Again.
FWIW, here's my take on the .41 Mag (and yes, I have owned one)
On paper, its approx. 15% less energy than the .44. That means 15% less recoil in the same weight gun. Myself, I could never tell the difference. And I seriously doubt anything shot with a .41 could tell the difference either.
Since the ammo is not 15% cheaper (rather quite the opposite and more), and the guns are not 15% smaller or lighter (or cheaper) I really don't see the point to the .41 Mag. I got rid of mine years ago, and stuck with the .44.
THe .41 is however a cult cartridge. Those people who like them usually love them intensly. I respect that. I don't know why they do it, but I respect it.
That being said, I think its time to put this thread back in the grave. If you want to talk .41 vs .44, start a new thread.