I will trade a alloy J frame 38 special for a J frame 32H&R any day of the week and not just because the 32 has a higher resale value.

6 shots vs 5 shots of near equal power and less recoil.

I have a 16-4 and its great. It is fitted with a K22 cylinder reamed to 327. I have a J frame cylinder reamed to 32H&R, but no alloy framed 32.