All the technical points have been made........on K,L,N frames

bottom line in selecting a .357; IMHO is "intended use" and what fits your hand best.

For concealed carry ..... for me .....a 3" K frame 66 w/ Spegel boot grips

Open/ woods carry..... for me........ a 4" 686, 586 or 681w/ Spegel extended boot grips

Hunting...... for me..... a 6" 686 ( taken 2 Pennsylvania deer with one)

That said......................

I do own a 6.5" Registered Magnum..... for looking at ; and a

4" N Frame Model 28 ....... just cus everyone should have at least one!!!!