Snubbies are addictive. I carried a Model 60 with a bobbed hammer, smoothed trigger, and shaved trigger guard for years. Now carry a Model 325 Airlite 45 and want to make it identical to the Model 60. Lots of power, 2.5 inch barrel. Wish I could get it in 5 shot smaller frame. The weight is almost forgettable. Recoil is hot but not abusive. Accuracy is great out to 50 yards. S&W does a great job. Why they put a thumb hammer on these is probably only for new shooters and legal concerns.