Yesterday I handled a 3" blued 605, .357Mag.
3" 605. I've seen pics. Never seen one over here in the United State, and only one 3" Model 85. Not common here.
The weigh was nice, the barrel length exactly as I'd like it, the grip was comfortable.
Grips can be changed, though what options you have in Eurolandia, I don't know.
It pointed well. DA was a bit heavy and rough. SA was pretty clean.
I would certainly hope that the DA would smooth out with time.
It does. At least, mine smoothed up nicely. I've never been tempted to do amateur action work, or install lighter springs.
Could I live with a 5-shot?
Well, yes. I think so.
A lot of people do. I do.
If I carry, I'm already better prepared for any unpleasantness, and I feel I at least have last resorts to protect my kids, partner and myself.
I would suggest you go listen to or watch
P&S ModCast 197 - Snubbies!. (Yeah, yeah, 3.5 hours. It's worth it. You can skip the first 30 minutes, as they're waiting for someone to show up.) Especially Darryl Bolke's comments, about the snubby's place being a "getting out of trouble gun". (When you're done with that, also check out
Realistic Carry Expectations. A little less information dense, but still very worth the listen.
For holster carry only, probably. Likely won't be able to pocket carry, which is a huge consideration for me. "Your Mileage May Vary".
Would I prefer .357?
Yes.
And I'm going to say "probably not". At least, mind the load. I like having the option but It's
not fun at all for me to shoot .357 through mine.
Am I concerned by Taurus QC?
Check it over real good, first. See Jim March's
revolver checkout document, thread pinned to the top of the Revolver subforum. Visually check alignment. Based on what random folks complain about on the internet, check sideplate screws, and check cylinder gap.
(and whatever became of Jim March? Anyone know?)