Agreed. I own one and it's like going from coach (judge) to first class (Governor). Build quality is so much better in the Smith. Also it shoots a 2.5 inch shell versus the Judges 3 inch so you save a half inch just on the chamber.
I got Galco holster and you wouldn't be able to notice that I had it on me. It's molded to it like a second skin. I love your review and wished they was more comments from actual owners. Most of the nay sayers don't own one or fired one speak the loudest lol.