In 357s I got a bunch. Amoung those are
a 27, 28, 686, 19, OM flattop Ruger and several NM Rugers. Notice the lack of any Colts. I had a Python and a Trooper Mk III. The Python was fantastic but I just couldn't shoot it well. The Trooper was, in my opinion, a better revolver. It seemed less fragile. I know that sounds subjective but "I'm just saying". Also, I like functionality above all and I could not understand the vent rib on the Python.

I think the most useful 357 in my safe is the model 28. It has a 4" barrel and even full-house 158 gr. bad boys shoot like a 38 in one of my K frames. It has a good trigger and I know it will never wear.

My advice is forget about names and try to find one that you shoot well. After all, nothing else really counts.