I have a 6" model 657-3 that I like very much. I do not reload, so therefore don't shoot it a lot, but it is a great gun. I have had several over the years. I have traded a couple of them off, only to eventually come back to it again. I think it is the perfect size cartridge for the Smith and Wesson N frame. It seems to be a very accurate round. Those that have them seem to really like them. Those that don't usually don't know much about it. Many have never heard of it when I have mentioned it to them. I do think there is a little better selection of factory ammo for it than in years gone by. wyatte