Greeting's Marca,
First of all, how about a big welcome from the TFL family? I"m
very confident that you will enjoy your stay here, with some of
the most knowledgeable person's ever to use a firearm; for any
reason. With that said, the correct answer is that there are many
choice's out there that meet your criteria. Here are a few of my
suggestions:
1. Slightly used, LNIB Smith & Wesson model 19 with either the
2-1/2" or 4" barrel. Obviously, the 6" barrel has been eliminated,
cuz it can't easily be concealed.
2. LNIB or new pre-sellout Smith & Wesson model 686, with the
same choice's in barrel length. This weapon is
heavier
than the model 19, and comes with a full underlugged barrel.
3. LNIB or new Ruger Security-Six. A very nice weapon for the
money, and forerunner to the GP-100 series Ruger's. Usually
can be found at a very attractive price.
4. Ruger GP-100, SP-101, KGP-141 All are fantastic revolver's,
and come in a variety of barrel length's. All are workhorse type
revolver's, capeable of handling the heaviest of load's.
5. WE SHOOT 2's favorite, A Ruger Redhawk in .357 magnum,
but, the barrel length will be a problem with it's 5.5" length.
One helle'va good gun, built like a Sherman tank and able
to withstand the stiffest of load's.
6. Now, if money is no object then an older, pre 70's moldel
Colt Python might be is order. Hand crafted and very COSTLY,
these will not hold up well under the stress of stiff load's.
Easily jumps time, that will cost you a trip to a good gunsmith.
The 2-1/2" barrel version is becoming extinct.
Now, there's a real good selection of quality revolver's, in the
versatile .357 magnum caliber. There are other's out there,
but this is my "short list". Have fun, stay safe, and make a
smart decision.
Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, Life Member N.R.A.