You'll get a lot of different answers about brands but...I don't know what your time frame is but consider shopping for a Smith and Wesson Model 627. There are a few used ones out there. Check Cabela's online gun library or www.gunbroker.com for variations in pricing so you can see what the market is in terms of pricing.

Check this one out one gunbroker.com

Also, S&W offers the standard Model 627 at $1003.00 MSRP.

SKU: 163357

Model: 627
Caliber: .357MAG/.38+P
Capacity: 8 Rounds
Action: Single/Double Action
Barrel Length: 4"
Front Sight: Red Ramp
Rear Sight: Adjustable White Outline
Overall Length: 9 5/8"
Weight Empty: 42 oz.
Grip: Rubber
Material: Stainless Steel
Finish: Satin Stainless


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You can step up to S&W's Performance Center's Model 627 at 1375.00 MSRP (as in the link).

SKU: 170210

Model: 627
Caliber: .357MAG/.38+P
Capacity: 8 Rounds
Barrel Length: 5"
Front Sight: Gold Bead Front
Rear Sight: Adjustable
Grip: Wood Grips w/2nd Rubber Monogrip Included
Trigger: .312 Chrome with Overtravel Stop
Hammer: Chrome Tear Drop with Pinned Sear
Frame: Large
Finish: Matte
Overall Length: 9 1/2"
Material: Stainless Steel
Weight Empty: 44 o

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