This thread makes me want to strap on my Ruger Blackhawk .357 and go fishing. Unfortunately I irritated my back a couple weeks back and am
just getting over the problem. So, no fishing for a while.

I once used the Blackhawk as a house gun. I had just two handguns then and .38 or .357 ammo was easier to come by than .45 rounds.
Now use a snubnose .38 S&W most of the time.

I would not be too concerned if I had to go back to using the Blackhawk
as a house gun again. Or if I ended up carrying it for defense, either.
The short .41 Mag Blackhawk might be a better choice, eh?