Based on my experience, a little bit of both. It is more difficult to shoot accurately because of the very short sight radius. Accuracy also suffers from the short barrel. That said, you must consider the use you will put it to. I carry a Model 36 (no dash) occasionally and all I really want is to be able to hit the "vitals" at short range. I was at the range today and tested some Hornady defense loads built on their 125 gr XTP HP. I fired 5 shots at 7 yards using a two handed hold and put them into the lower half of a 4-1/2 inch bull. That's not going to get any accuracy awards but it will do fine for my needs.

I hope that helps,

Frank

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