The 19 and 27's are both classic S&W's. I am partial to the 27 but you might want to "feel" both in your hands. If you like the 19 and will settle for a 4" barrel, try to find one with a pinned barrel and recessed cylinder. (sometime after 19-2 they were no longer available but don't have the book in front of me). Similarly for a 27. Some would say every loyal S&W enthusiast should have an example of Bill Jordan's gun in his/her collection. Kind of a toss up best resolved by your personal shooting preference. Ed