Rented these two side by side this last weekend trying to sort out which to get. I really liked both, but the ruger seemed to absorb recoil a tad better. I am lookin for comfort. I had a 342PD, but to be honest it was too light. I like to shoot my guns, and think it's important with snubbies. I am trying to trade my Glock 26 even for an SP 101 in Atlanta, GA under the buy/sell section. So far, no luck. I liked the Ruger a little better due to the fact it is easier to disassemble/toy with. I also like the ability to exchange the front sight. All the posts about the SP, on this board, have been very helpful in my decision. I also thought the SP trigger was a little better. The sight picture was way better on the Ruger.