Without trying to turn this into a 41 vs 44 kind of discussion, I must say, the 41 mag is my sentimental favorite cartridge. I bought one when my wife and I first got married. I have since traded it and a few others off, only to come back to it again. I also have had numerous 44's over the years. Personally, I think the 41 is the perfect fit for the n frame flatform. This is not to say that 44's don't work well in them, they do. The 41 just seems just right for it. I now have a 657-3 41 with a 6" barrel, and I like it a lot. wyatte