The endless Colt v. S&W debate.
IME most prefer the S&W system. Most prefer the shrouded ejector rod.
I shoot either equally well. I own both and like them all. The pre-Mark III Colts have the Python internals and are very smooth. The barrels are taper bored and shoot lead very well.
Highway Patrolman...
Or Trooper?
I say... YES!