I carried a 6" Model 19 in the late 70's. Several NJSP Trooper friends carried either the 6" Colt OP or later the 6" Smith K-38's. Both men stated they were excellent weapons. XTrooper could probable shed more light on this ref. that agency. Swivel Holsters make the 6" weapon very comfortable to carry and if your a Footman it's really not an issue.