Handgun Reliability

Name brand revolvers are so reliable as to not even be a consideration, once testfired so as to eliminate flaws to be fixed on warranty and then proven with the ammunition to be kept for defense to check for gun-ammo incompatibility.

Revolvers are simple in OPERATION, less so in SHOOTING. What you gain on the straightaways, you can lose on the roundabouts. A defensive revolver must be shot double action, and that is a considerable skill requirement. Training is desirable, study and practice are essential.
 
A place called J&G Sales, out somewhere near Prescott, Az has some really good deals going on 3" and 4" S&W Model 10's. I've only bought from them once, but it wasn't a mistake- good folks and good and quick service.
 
There is an indoor range very close to our home. We plan on training and practicing often.

Obviously we need to be extremely confident, especially if called to use under duress.
 
~~> .38 Special...

Well, I have to agree with one of the early responses...I think a 4" barrel, .38 Special is a great home defense gun. My Rossi has full underlug barrel with vent rib, adjustable sights with hi-vis orange front sight, and nice grip with finger grooves. Was only $300 and shoots great. It's kinda tough to trust your life on an unpopular brand name like Rossi though if you're new to handgunning. So, my recommendation would be a S&W or a Ruger ...either one won't let you down.
 
All signs are pointing to this firearm:

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Riad,

Looks like you've made a good choice. A 4" 686 is a fine handgun... probably the best choice, in my mind, if you are going to own one handgun. Versatile, reliable, accurate, and simple.
 
I'd have to agree with Riad on this one. Unless you're planning on eventually carrying the gun, I'd go with the 686. Here's my other recommendations:

S&W Model 10
S&W Model 65
S&W Model 66
S&W Model 619
S&W Model 620
Ruger GP-100
 
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