Cheapshooter
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Why do you say, " I know I don't want a revolver." ??
Where did that come from? Nothing even remotely related to that statement in the OP!
A 4" barreled 357 Magnum revolver would be a good choice because of the ease of operation. A revolver is less prone to any kind of operational problems that could occur with a semi-auto. Although today's semi-auto handguns are very reliable.
One thought though if the gun is to be strictly for home defense, and not personal carry or recreation. Have you given any thought to a home defense style shotgun. Some very reliable pump action shotguns with short 18" barrels, and extended 6 round capacity magazines are available for less than a good quality revolver. Also, shotgun ammunition, especially in the larger shot sizes common for home defense hasn't been nearly as hard to find as good self defense handgun ammo.