I like the idea of the .357 Magnum and have long felt that a 4-inch or 6-inch .357 Magnum would be the very best all-around handgun.

Strangely though, even thought various .357 Magnums are kept around here, I make scarce use of the cartridge. It's the .38 Special that gets the call when personal defense is needed. Some Remington +P 158 grain lead SWC ammunition or the equivalent handload and I'm happy.