I agree. I have both. The Bisley is a try before you buy thing. I have big hand, so I never feel like I have a good grip on the standard SAA. With the Bisley, I feel too stretched. Try the grip of an 1863 Colt C&B revolver. I like it a lot. You could get one fitted to a regular gun. It shouldn't cost and arm and a leg. Als, try the Ruger Bisley, it's a little different that the real Bisley.