Dragline45 said:Here is my general purpose revolver, Smith and Wesson 686+ 3 inch 7 shot .357 magnum. This is pretty much my do it all gun.
Just my $0.02, and a sidenote to the OP, but I specifically exclude the 5-shot SP101 and 7-shot 686+ from consideration as a "general purpose/do it all" gun, since they're lousy choices for competition, and have limited speedloader options to boot.
One might not think they're interested in competition, but the shooting sports are a popular aspect of gun ownership, and as valid an aspect of shooting as is SD/CCW. Plus, the OP indicated they're looking for a "pleasant range pistol", and fun at the range can lead to an interest in checking out a local match at some point.
Unlike 5- & 7-shot revolvers, 6-shot service-sized revolvers can do everything required of them, plus be used in competition. Even an 8-shot N-frame would be better than a 5- or 7-shot for the same reason, IMO.