Hi, James! That combat magnum is a fine gun, and I don't blame you for not wanting to use it for every day. If weight is an issue for you, you might consider a different Kframe as others have suggested. The Lframe is supposed to be the perfect balance but I honestly prefer an Nframe for shooting full magnum loads. With the proper holster they can be concealed (I carry in a Simply Rugged pancake). As far as aesthetics go, the 5" 27 is unsurpassed. If you are looking for shiney, go with a nickel one, and add a nice set of Kurac ebony grips. Just thinking about that makes me a little woozy!!!

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